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  1. J Willhaus

    Snow in Navarra, currently, or at least a few hours ago...

    The person is picture 6 has my same green Altus poncho! Bet she is glad she has one today!
  2. S

    Rain jacket recommendations

    Thank youso much for that information, it seems there are different opinions and it comes down to personal preference
  3. J Willhaus

    Burgos - I need a poncho ....

    https://www.mundicamino.com/ They are in Burgos and have Altus ponchos. C. Calzadas, 4, 09004 Burgos, Spain Maybe call to make sure they have your size.
  4. J Willhaus

    November/December Camino

    Maybe weigh the rain cover, jacket, trousers and compare to the Altus poncho. I don't like that I have to stop, take off my pack, and then put on the jacket, trousers and rain cover while it is raining. The poncho can be deployed from its pouch in my water bottle pocket and donned over my pack...
  5. F

    No room at the Inn.

    Thanks Robo for your thoughtful and wise reply! I think you realize I was playing devils advocate here. You're probably one of the most generous and honest pilgrims around so it was safe to tease you with my question, but you could easily hit back by saying I'm not a donating forum member so I'm...
  6. Damien Reynolds

    Merino Wool Shirt Sheep Smell

    I'll say this again. A lot of people on this site are walking the camino for the first time. They feel, after reading other first timers, that they NEED to get Altus Ponchos, even certain obscure trekking poles, Merino clothing, etc etc. I fell into the trap years ago too... Merino shirts get...
  7. J Willhaus

    Late October Camino - housing and clothes

    I walked in early January. There's a lot of Xunta albergues on this way. Many cafes were closed for the season so be prepared with snacks. I wore a Altus Poncho over a synthetic puffy jacket with merino wool layers, merino gloves, and a fleece ear band cover. It rained a lot. I wore gortex mid...
  8. Philtration

    Altus poncho and pack cover?

    I used the Altus "poncho" (its really a raincoat sized for a pack), on a Camino last Oct/Nov. It rained hard and blew hard nearly every day. The Altus worked perfectly and I can't recommend it highly enough. Easy to go from full coverage to partial coverage when squalls are blowing through...
  9. PiesIrlandeses

    Looking for suggestions where to find an Altus poncho - they are sold out everywhree!

    Honestly, I found my Altus poncho to be a sweatsuit during my April/May Camino Primitivo. After a short time in the rain its interior would be wetter than its exterior, not because of any leak, but because no vapour could escape. For my next Camino I am considering either the Decathlon MT900...
  10. J Willhaus

    Rain ponchos along the routes?

    I have used my Altus poncho 2 Caminos now and very glad I had it in Galicia both times.
  11. wynrich

    Questions about the Altus

    We used Altus ponchos this past April on the Norte and they were excellent for that cool season. We did have quite a bit of off-and-on rain but not real heavy rain. So no experience in hot weather or in a heavy downpour. The main thing we love about them is they are so easy on and off for the...
  12. jalluisi

    Altus Poncho/Rain Coat

    Thanks Ivar. Do you know the waterproof rating for the Altus Poncho?
  13. G

    Looking for suggestions where to find an Altus poncho - they are sold out everywhree!

    Hi Sue, because you asked for alternatives in case you can’t find the Altus poncho, here’s an article on rain jackets for women. https://apple.news/APnMmxKBTScSPBFWiSXK6uA Rain jacket or poncho? A personal preference issue. For me, I’m most comfortable with a good quality rain jacket and a...
  14. emmanuel

    Altus Poncho/Rain Coat

    Anybody know what the difference is from the Altus Poncho S3 as compared to the H30, aside from price?
  15. J Willhaus

    Hi everyone

    I wore a synthetic puffer in January with an Altus poncho as there was a lot of rain.
  16. K

    Packing list and shoes for October/November Camino Frances

    Oops, forgot the 400g sleeping bag, no liner.
  17. rainswift

    Altus Poncho/Rain Coat

    I believe Trecile is right, the S3 is the old Altus Poncho (pre-2022 or so), and the H30 is the new Altus Poncho. Differences that I can tell. 1. Colours: the S3 came in navy, red, and mustard yellow. Red and mustard yellow are more desirable in my opinion as they are more high-visibility...
  18. lt56ny

    Weather in early may

    I think you are 1000% correct about the Altus poncho. I do sweat alot in them but everything stays dry and sweat is the least of my worries. I walk later in the year and I now i only take on outer layer and a really, really light down jacket. I have realized that if I do get cold with just the...
  19. Gringazolana

    Pack Cover Failure

    Get an Altus poncho-jacket that covers you and the pack. (Just don’t throw away the little stuff sack so you can compress the giant thing in your pack again!)
  20. trecile

    September Packing List (CF starting in SJPdP)

    There is a very good chance that you will need rain gear - there's a reason why Galicia is so green! I like the Altus poncho/raincoat which you can buy at the pilgrim store in SJPDP. Reserve one in advance for a discount. https://www.boutique-du-pelerin.com/en/ I have never used a guide book...

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