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  1. K

    My Take on the Rain Jacket vs Poncho Debate

    From the Camino Francis 2023. The verdict is still out!
  2. Sanman

    Umbrellas

    Need help with an Umbrella upgrade Pretty excited. Locked into The Francés (again) walking to Ponferrada and then connecting to the Invierno to SDC starting early April - so weather will be unpredictable. I found a clip on (to the backback/hands free) great for rain and sun BUT... the one i...
  3. A

    Rain coat

    I am having a hard time finding a hyper/ultralight raincoat that won't break the budget (Less than $20). It would be nice to have one that isn't the clear plastic version. Any recommendations or Amazon links that have worked well?
  4. BiggBlue

    Is there really a waterproof solution

    I am convinced that if I ever manage to invent air-conditioned underwear or truly waterproof gear for the Camino that keeps you dry, I will become a millionaire. Today, I walked in heavy rain from about 7 in the morning until about 11. I wore a shower-proof jacket and topped it with my poncho...
  5. F

    Walking in Rain

    Hello all. I’ll be walking the Camino CF in late October thru November. It’s been 8years since my last Camino. Given the likelihood of rain, is wearing a light, hooded rain jacket, plus a backpack cover and rain pants enough coverage instead of the Altus rain poncho? Are the rain pants...
  6. L

    Altus poncho and pack cover?

    I will be doing the CF in mid-Sept - Oct and will have the Altus rain poncho. Do I also need to take the rain cover that came with my Osprey backpack? Thanks!
  7. B

    Recommendations for a sunhat which doesn’t make my head sweat.

    I am fortunate in having feet which barely sweat, so seem immune from most of those foot problems so thoroughly discussed in this forum. Unfortunately, my head is a different matter. Even my late lamented Tilley Airflo, which I lost earlier this year, left me with hair that looked like it had...
  8. W

    Rain gear on Ingles in beginning October

    Well, actually re the subject... Considering that I have no rain gear at all, I need to buy something. The alternatives are: a poncho or a rain jacket or windbreaker and rain pants. What would be better given the season? I do not want to spend a fortune of first Camino gear neither. I still need...
  9. L

    Do I really need a hat?

    Hi, I'm packing to do Camino Frances starting 21st Aug 2024. Here's some context: I'm from Singapore where it's >30 deg C all year round with >90% humidity. I use an umbrella (or even nothing at all) when I walk around outdoors. I'll be bringing an umbrella. Do I still need a hat? Thanks!
  10. ShoshTrvls

    QUECHUA Poncho - MT900 - Source in the US?

    Has anyone found a source for the Quechua MT900 Poncho in the US? The Decathalon US website doesn't carry it, whereas it is offered for sale on Decathalon's other websites. Thanks.
  11. F

    Walking in rain

    Im planning a November Frances Camino. I have an Altus rain coat that covers me and pack nicely but I’m wondering do I get a backpack cover and wear a hooded shell light jacket over heavier jacket. Both the cover and hooded shell I would always use and just put on hood when rain, eliminating...
  12. L

    Would it be overkill to bring both a rain jacket and the Altus poncho in Oct/Nov?

    My husband and I will be walking our first camino from SJPP to Santiago, then on to Finisterre and Muxia starting on Sep 7. We are slow walkers and plan to take some rest days, so we are planning about 2 months for our journey. (Yes, we are really that slow! Also, we just retired and have no...
  13. digitalgerry

    The Shell Toucher hat

    All I’ve seen this advertised here on the site and wondered if anyone had used one and what’s the experience. I’m follically challenged Irish guy so fair complexion but I also get very hot with hats. This see airy but would like other opinions.
  14. R

    Rain ponchos along the routes?

    if needed, can I purchase a rain poncho along my upcoming route from Tui to Santiago de compostela? As I watch the weather forecast for April 25-May 1st it appears TODAY that there will be very little rain if any! So, I’m hoping to save a bit of space in my backpack by not bringing one with me...
  15. trecile

    New handsfree umbrella holder

    I came across this new type of handsfree umbrella holder on ETSY recently. It seems like it would be a lot easier to use than bungees and other things that people use to attach their umbrellas to their backpacks. It works similarly to the clips on the Euroschirm handsfree umbrella. Handsfree...
  16. Gobsmacked by the World

    Reflective SOL Poncho

    Hi, A peregrina turned me onto this SOL poncho awhile ago, wondering about Forum thoughts. Only 2.7 ounces, 77 grams, it is robust, waterproof. I presume it is hot due to the reflective nature of it, but all ponchos are hot.... If not travelling in the early Spring or late Fall this may useful...
  17. MARSKA

    Sun Sleeves?

    Has anyone tried wearing sun sleeves? Seems they might be good for protection from the sun while also perhaps forgoing the need for a long-sleeve shirt? My concern is whether or not the fit is comfortable - not too tight so as to constrict, yet not too loose where one must push them up...
  18. rainswift

    The Packa vs Altus Poncho

    The last thread about the Packa vs a poncho was from 2016, and I think things have changed since then. I was going to bring a rain jacket and rain pants (no pack cover because I use a pack liner), but I've found on my training walks in the rain that I don't like having my backpack straps get...
  19. Prentiss Riddle

    Advice on specific Decathlon rain jackets?

    Does anyone here have anything good or bad to report about specific rain jackets / windbreakers available at Decathlon? I'm wondering how their better ones stand up next to the name brands. In particular, the Quechua MH500 and MH900 rain jackets caught my eye because Decathlon's own comparison...
  20. A

    Sunglasses

    Looking for recommendations for decent quality sunglasses. Because I tend to leave them behind, don’t want to spend a lot, but I’m guessing that dollar store glasses offer very little eye protection. Thanks

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