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I saw this blog review https://paramo-clothing.com/en-gb/blog/2022/09/16/writer-and-wildlife-guide-david-chandler-reviews-our-paramo-poncho/. There are also reviews on the Amazon UK site. -
I took a small roll of paracord, other than it can be used to replace boot laces i found it came in usefull as washing line, for bag repairs and as a cord handle wrap when i had to make a walking stick out of a small branch after lending one of...
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I usually have at least one spare lace in my pack. A complete pair if I am feeling especially organised. I find they come in handy for other purposes than just keeping my shoes on my feet. I've occasionally travelled with only cabin baggage (so...
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Bothydave replied to the thread Becoming a Pilgrim.From experience it is a walk on well trodden paths and very much not mountain expedition. There are a few points where you need to take care but it is a path. Enjoy and let your body take on the challenge which in turn will let your mind think...
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I think that is probably a good idea but personally I would never check my backpack when I travel. I love my camino clothes. Some things I have been wearing for years. None of them cost very much as I usually check closeouts especially in REI...
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I use my backpack cover when my backpack goes into the plane hold, putting it on back to front keeps all the stops hidden and secured. IMHO I think for the extra 100grams or so it's worth carrying even if you're using a poncho.
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For rain on the Camino you probably don't need pack cover. We have found if traveling where there are crowds, tourist sights, train & bus stations, the packs rain cover helps protect against thievry. Like if you are riding the Metro in Paris...
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Bothydave reacted to JodienBlue's post in the thread Recommendations for a sunhat which doesn’t make my head sweat. with
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What about a lightweight Legionnaires Hat? My wife wore one on the full CF last year and she will be wearing it again next year. Yes, it’s not the height of fashion but looks better than the Viet Cong style and is light and packable and UV resistant. -
Bothydave reacted to WGroleau's post in the thread Cautionary tale about walking alone in the wild with Like.
This feature has significant limitations. It won’t work if you’re in forest, or in some parts of the world, and you have to pay for it (except the first two years after you activate the watch). Also, the iPhone your watch is paired with is what...
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