A few weeks ago, I posted a message about having a bad fall on the Camino Frances, being hauled off the trail by the Spanish emergency services, and receiving unexpected grace and kindness in the midst of personal calamity. Yesterday marked the...
Actually, that's exactly what I do. Half litre bottle with tube attached stashed in pack to keep everything cool, 1 l bottle in reserve used exclusively for refilling aforesaid half litre.
I started with bladders, but switched to a sturdy bottle. The bladder is easier to drink out of, which is very good. But the bottle is much easier to refill.
I also buy some of those tasty vitamin tablet tubes that you can get from the...
I frequently referred to that visual as my “last kilometer“. Not to confused with actual distance, it is an emotional distance that often released extra energy but sometimes spread fatigue over my body instead. But regardless, the visuals are a...
Yes, this one from Decathlon can attach to the hip belt or be worn as a separate waist pack. I know that Osprey also makes a bag that's designed to be attached to the backpack.
The one from Decathlon is not currently available in the US, but...
Just finished walking Ingles from Ferrol with my Wife. We did it in 5 days and arrived in Santiago on September 5th. FANTASTIC experience. I look forward to doing this route again someday.
We knew September is part of the high season, but we...
I take it, but only use it when absolutely necessary - it's pretty much a camera with a phone available for emergencies. I usually call accommodations direct (phone numbers in my Brierley) if I want/need to reserve.
It's got all my travel...
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