When it rains for this long with some intensity there is practically no way to keep dry. Simply because your sweat has no where to go. So even with the best raingear, you will become wet. Period. The trick is wearing clothes that still provide...
If it’s warm, yes, walking in shorts is the best imho. I just finished the portuguese central, we has some very rainy days (and it rains today in Santiago) and walking in my skort and sandals, with my altus poncho, has been ideal.
Soooo… I arrived in Santiago this morning after 13 days doing the Camino portuguese central. I loved the Camino, especially from Porto to Tui, and I adore my Sirrus 36. It was well worth spending the time and the effort searching for the right...
I just made it to Porto with my Sirrus 36 and Ryanair had no problem with it at all. Also, the security in Malaga did not blink an eye about my hiking poles, and almost every backpacker on the plane had poles in the cabin with them. And this...
The reason it gets left home, is that it’s too heavy :)
The being expensive, along with being heavy, is a reason to use a dry bag, for those considering buying a scrubba.
For the past couple of years, the mods have volunteered to create calendars that show forum members’ names, date of departure, and departure city. The hope is that it gives people a chance to connect with others leaving at or near the same time...
Hi all. For those starting out soon - I will be on Camino doing first aid from the 5th September. (For those who don't know, I have been visiting Camino to offer first aid since 2006).
Due to a worsening of an old knee trauma I am not able to...
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