My pack itself has waterproof fabric, ultrasonically-welded seams and waterproof zippers, with overlapping wherever needed to prevent water entry from the ends of the zipper run. I'll see whether it lives up to the hype, but it's highly-rated by...
It's not always about the money. Sometimes it's about preference, pure and simple. I have a particular brand of Z-pole with very smart features which cannot be obtained anywhere along my route prior to starting at SJPdP, and I can't get 'em...
I'm flying out of Edmonton via Westjet in 31 days, and I'm simply checking my bag with the Z-pole in it (I only use one, as if it were an "old-fashioned" walking staff).
I've flown to Europe many times, and while I get that people are leery of...
Yes, the Six Moons ultralight carbon-fibre design has no collapsible centre section, so it's still a bit awkward to put in your pack for trans-shipping via checked baggage on airlines, plus carbon-fibre is very strong in tension but not in...
I took a Six Moon umbrella with me on Camino last year and it was great! Lightweight and effective! I didn’t have the silver one (mine is blue) but it still reflected the sun and kept me cool. The only thing is that to save weight, it doesn’t...
I bought 2 bottle holders for my backpack front straps. Easily carried and accessible. Sometimes I use one of them to store a banana so it does not get smushed.
Another option I have found is a leg pack. It is supported by a waist belt and another around the leg. Contents are easily accessed and, for the most part, the weight it carries does not depend on and upper body strength. Check Aliexpress as I...
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