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  1. Waka

    Altus Poncho/Rain Coat

    I know this has been done to death and there are two camps poncho/jacket and pants, I am of the latter, but with age we tend to change a little. can someone please tell me the weight of the Altus, for the love of me I can't find it. TIA Waka
  2. MesaWalker

    Walking with Wet Feet: Debunking the Myths

    For my entire life, until this past fall, I thought walking with wet feet was something to be avoided at all costs. Wet feet equates to blisters, being miserable, ruining your shoes or boots, and generally being contrary to all things right and good. We walked the last 3 weeks of October and...
  3. M

    Rain...rain pants?

    What is usual rainfall on the Frances route in September and should I bring rain pants as well as a jacket?
  4. T

    sizing of altus ponchos

    I know there has been lots of discussion about the altus poncho. I have lookedo at the sizing suggestions and wonder if anyone has comments about their accuracy. I am 5 feet 5 inches tall and weigh 112 pounds. My new pack is 36 litres. Supposedly a small would be appropriate. I am most concerned...
  5. trecile

    Good addition to a baseball cap

    I saw this on Amazon today. It would be a good addition to a baseball cap, and possibly a DIY project.
  6. dadaperegrino

    Being prepared for the rain 🌧️

    Hi all, I’m going to walk the Camino Ingles in less than a month in Galicia. That means a lot of rain is expected! ☔️ So far I bought the following gear for rain: Jacket Over pants for rain Goretex shoes (I Picked a low shoe because I can’t stand high shoes unfortunately) I have been testing...
  7. Teez

    Umbrellas

    I am wondering about buying an ultralight umbrella as sun protection. I’d appreciate recommendations.
  8. Scooby2

    Rain jacket recommendations

    What rain jackets do people recommend? I'll be walking the Frances in October. I have a pack cover and will probably use a trash bag to keep contents dry if necessary. Not sure if this is a place where it's worth it to splurge or not. I've hiked with various jackets over the years with mixed...
  9. wynrich

    How to make rain poncho visible

    We just ordered an Altus poncho from https://www.tradeinn.com/trekkinn/en/altus-atmospheric-h30-poncho/139758343/p Thanks to Trecile for giving us the above link for ordering from the US in this thread: https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/to-poncho-or-not-poncho.74443/ The only...
  10. David

    If you are thinking of a poncho - here is the Ultimate

    Hi all, some of you may know that I prefer a poncho to a jacket (Why? Ohhhhh .. for SO many reasons!) I have just noticed that Snugpak now sell their military grade poncho to the public (Snugpak supply our UK military and also sell many of the same items at the same quality to the public). the...
  11. K

    Where to buy Altus Poncho

    Where can I buy an Altus Poncho in either Madrid or Leon? Thanks in advance.
  12. KiwiJohn

    A good hat.....

    I am looking to purchase a good hiking hat that ticks all the boxes, such as sun protection, sweat wicking etc. Any recommendations? Thank you in advance. 🇳🇿😎
  13. Pathfinder075

    Poncho or raincoat that doesn't cover rucksack

    I am looking for a cheap lightweight poncho or rain jacket that doesn't cover the rucksack (my Berghaus has it's own rain cover). Doesn't have to be breathable, but would be nice if it was. Just needs to be waterproof. I don't need bottoms, I tried that in 2016/17 and ripped the back end out...
  14. David

    Gortex Jackets Vs Umbrellas Vs Cycling Capes - discuss

    Hi all .. so, opening a discussion about raingear ... I won't wear a rain jacket on Camino as I get damp inside and feel restricted, locked in, and if wearing a pack the straps block off circulation of air, making it worse, my arms would always be wet when I took the jacket off - and I am...
  15. K

    Question about Sea to Summit Poncho

    just wanting to know if other people are having trouble with Sea to Summit Nano poncho not keeping them dry. Mine is as wet underneath as on top. Laid it out on table and pooling water under. Most people say theirs work well. What is going on. I tried two brand new ones??
  16. David

    Tips for walking in the heat

    Hi - I posted a shortened version of this as a response on another thread and then thought it might make a good standalone topic. Please do join in and add tips - it can be pretty hot out there, mad dogs and Englishman and all that ... So - think dusty Meseta, 34+ degrees, the hot air...
  17. L

    Ponchos in Sarria?

    Hi, I leave in five days (newbie, Frances). This may sound like a silly question, but where exactly in Sarria can I buy a really good rain poncho? My local store is sold out of anything that will cover my pack. I am really short, barely 5 feet tall, so I need a very small size, but with proper...
  18. Genevievala

    Trekking Umbrella - Availability

    hello ! I’m sold on using a trekking umbrella on the Frances this summer for the purpose of sun protection. I’d like to buy one over there and just wonder if anyone has seen them around, are they a pretty common sight these days in sporting goods shops? I was in contact with La Boutique de...
  19. littlegreen60

    Rain galoshes or similar

    I FINALLY have the right shoes, podiatrist approved....whew. less than 2 weeks to go! But theyre not waterproof at all. Any suggestions for rain covers for shoes, galoshes etc?
  20. TorontoGMan

    Doing the Backstroke on the CF

    Hi All! First, thank you all SO MUCH! Your comments around my former post about being paranoid have given me a boost.....just in time too, as I now have read the weather report for the first 10 days (all I can get right now) from SJPP right through to Pamploma, Burgos, and Lorgrono(?)...

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