You should state that you're talking about the Camino Frances. I ran out of water twice on the Norte. I've needed to carry enough emergency food and water to see me through the day and into the next morning on the VdlP. I had to sleep in the woods one night on the Plata after finding the only albergue full up after having hiked 55kms that day.
Very useful to get a list like this - and the point about the size of rucksack is very valid. The post offices along the way are very used to people coming in to send parcels of unneeded stuff home. I would say: if in doubt about a particular item, don't bring it. If that does turn out to be a mistake, then you can usually buy whatever it is in Pamplona (day 3 on the Camino Frances)...
It’s interesting to hear your perspective as a seasoned traveler. I disagree with some of the suggestions for myself, but I have specific reasons. I would never travel without my phone, battery pack, and charging brick, as I need to be reachable by family. I would say that people should weigh (pun intended) the pros and cons of whatever they pack. I am taking a 40L pack on my Camino this summer, which will be just right for me. But it would be very easy to overpack, so it’s good to analyze what really needs to go and what doesn’t.
I bought 34 liters; was watching other videos telling me a backup battery was essential and was tempted to go buy one. It's like you're reading my mind. I was also tempted to go buy a bladder, too!
For carrying water I can recommend getting a couple of the 500ml soft trail running flasks like Aonijie (got ours on Amazon in a twin pack). They are ultra lite 28 grams and flat when empty so easy to fly / travel with from home and when part full or full they are squishy to fit in side pocket of your pack and even easy to walk in hand. They are scalable at 500ml each you can take 2 or 3 and only use the 2nd or 3rd if you really need to - otherwise they are so light and pack away to nothing that if you don’t use the extra one there is no weight/size penalty.
Excellent suggestions! Lots of great information in your videos. Much appreciated. The sleeping liner link in your packing list directed me to a $66 liner. Do you have the link for the $15 (or thereabouts) liner you mentioned in your video? Thank you!
Depends on your reason for walking I guess. If it's to make video content, then you bring what you need for that. If it's just a personal journey, I would suggest leaving large expensive cameras and other equipment behind. It may not seem like much, just saving a pound or two. But you'll find it much more comfortable to carry less. Most people end up sending half their pack home or having the taxi service take it. By the end of the first week most people are basically wearing one outfit for walking and one outfit in the evening. And then you have 5 to 10 lb of stuff you never wear or use. But, bring what you think you need.
@@cltinturkey It's a personal choice, so of course do what works for you. Hell, some people carry professional grade camera equipment and drones etc. Personally I think a Camino is a great chance to leave the gadgets at home and get away (a little bit) from the modern hyper-connected world. If you are concerned about the reliability of your phone, don't forget you will be passing through towns with all sorts of shops and facilities. Bueno Camino!
Hard disagree on the charger. I carry a reasonably lightweight charger bc I use my phone constantly. (Podcasts, music, etc.) For me it is an essential item.
Yup...everyone has that one item. For me it's my comfortable sandals. I keep trying to swap them for something lighter but I always regret not having them.
