Post Camino Gear Review - what I would pack again (Camino frances) for Females

🎒Hiked the Camino de Santiago in October/November (french route) and this is the full packing list with some extra tips! I found all these items the most useful. Leave any questions in the comment section and I am so happy to reply!
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0:00 Intro
0:37 Objectives of packing
1:52 Backpack
4:00 Waterbottle
4:34 Shoes
5:21 Clothing
15:20 Extra shoes
16:06 Towel
16:52 Earphones and phone
18:04 Passport
18:20 bits and pieces like Oropax and medication
20:19 Toiletry bag
23:28 Sunhat
24:10 Journal
24:40 Sleeping bag
25:50 Walking sticks
27:16 Fanny bag
29:10 Headlight
31:10 Poncho
31:38 What I would pack differently
33:20 Final thoughts on packing
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🎒Full Packing List:
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(I do no benefit from recommending Decathlon in any way)
Quechua MH500 30 L Hiking Backpack:
www.decathlon.com/products/qu...
Hiking shoes:
www.decathlon.com/products/wo...
Walking Sticks: I do no recommend mine, so I would go for:
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Quick drying Towel:
www.decathlon.com/products/co...
Sleeping bag: Forclaz MT 500 Sleeping Bag 59°F/15°C
www.decathlon.com/products/ba...
Pouch for toiletries:
www.decathlon.com/products/de...
Fanny pack:
www.decathlon.com/products/tr...
Poncho:
www.decathlon.com/products/fo...
Hiking Rain Jacket:
www.decathlon.com/products/wo...
Fleece Jacket:
www.decathlon.com/products/wo...
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2 T-Shirts
2 Longarm Shirts
Battery Charger (non essential)
Phone Charger
3 Pairs of Socks (2 wool)
Sunhat
Walking leggings and sleeping leggings
Medication (e.g. paracetamol or ibuprofen)
2 Sportbras
Toiletry bag: Sunscreen, small toothpaste, one nightcream, hairbrush, toothbrush, bodywash, shampoo
Let me know if I forgot anything :)
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I’m Jess, and I tend to move around the world quite a bit. Either in planes or just walking, which is why I fell in love with the Camino de Santiago. Based between Australia and Germany, I keep on moving to bring more life into my life. I am passionate about storytelling, people and what makes them "move".
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[@user-mz9jo8lu1q]

This is super helpful! I love the simplicity and the usefulness of every single items! The awesome yellow hat is catchy! Where did you get it?

[@jessimoves]

Thank you! I was absolutely going for simplicity. I got it in Australia I think at a shop called Cotton On. But it’s been years :)

[@elizabethcastillo1158]

Sunglasses are never a nonessential. Try polarized. They are fabulous.

[@jessimoves]

Drop me any questions in here and I am more than happy to reply! Off to my next camino in a couple of days! Buen Camino and thanks for watching!

[@user-ef6gn7lh6t]

Very useful! Thanks for the great tips Jess, so excited to start my Camino journey :)

[@mc1114miller]

You have really helped me! I love your style and direction!TY!

[@jessimoves]

🥹 Thank you so much for this kind comment! So glad it helped! X

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Your "Pack With Me" video is like a masterclass in organization. You make it look effortless! By the way, have you caught wind of the new v4 Bento Bag from NomadLane? Seems like a versatile addition to your travel toolkit.

[@DaysWellTraveled]

Having done Caminos myself, I think you’ve made some very good recommendations. I found your story about the guy from Norway interesting. I agree with you. Part of the Camino experience (at least for me) is the ability to let go of things both physical and mentally. Very good insights Jess. The only thing we need now is more videos from you on your KZbin channel. 😊

[@jessimoves]

Aw thank you Pete for your kind words! Working on plenty of more videos, best way to revisit the Camino and keep the memories! :)

[@DaysWellTraveled]

@@jessimoves That is very true. That’s exactly how I feel about making videos. Are you on instagram? I looked for you but didn’t find you. I thought I would follow you there too.

[@jessimoves]

@@DaysWellTraveled I’m on there on @happylittlehighs or @jessmaterna

[@DaysWellTraveled]

@@jessimoves Cool. I just followed you on both!

[@emlyngriffith5846]

Very useful information….thanks a lot 👍🍷

[@jessimoves]

You're welcome! Buen Camino!

[@kdboyle7673]

Good job. I hike a bit and you nailed the list I think, especially given you said you never hiked/walked before. Thank you!

[@jessimoves]

Thank you so much! Yes I have to say I was so happy with my packing! Was thankful for every gram I left at home :)

[@estellagutierrez4615]

about packing i say less is best... I carried my backpack all the way... I'm 81...

[@jessimoves]

@@estellagutierrez4615 This is so impressive! And totally agree. Carrying your own stuff feels so good as well 🎒

[@manfredbismark6688]

Thanks! Thank! Rudi.

[@jessimoves]

You’re so welcome!

[@anastasiaslunkova]

Great video! Did you have guided or self guided Camino ?

[@Wanderschuh_und_rucksack]

Thank you for the great video. It was very useful. I love your yellow hat. Can I get it somewhere online?

[@jessimoves]

Thank you glad it helped! I bought it in Australia in a store, but there are alot of similar ones online. If you want to look for yellow bucket hat terry cotton :) I absolutely love it.

[@johnmcglade6417]

What brand is brand is your backpack? Good video.

[@jessimoves]

Thanks John! I linked most of my items in the description! It's from Decathlon, was very happy with it. I found 30 litres perfect for me, but I am more of a minimalist packer. It even survived a full hot washing machine wash after a bed bug infestation :)

[@SK-hc4ig]

Hello, I'm planning to walk Oct 14 - Nov 9. What jacket do you recommend? Should I wear long sleeves?

[@jessimoves]

Hello! I wore a T-Shirt for walking during the day, a long fleece on top in the mornings or when it got chilly in the evening. Then a jacket that served as wind-blocker and rainjacket some days. Used this one when I got closer to Galicia and early November times. During the day the fleece was enough as well. So I didn't really wear the long sleeve. But every year the winter kicks in earlier or later, so best to check the weather forecast the week before you leave! Hope this helps and have the best trip! Buen Camino!

[@joshubrook324]

Did you need to pack snacks every day or is there plenty of places to get food along the route?

[@jessimoves]

To be honest I didn’t pack anything besides some nuts in case the post coffee shakes kick in :) It depends on the camino you chose, but on the Frances and Portuguese there are definitely places every couple of kms. No need to worry!

[@rickray.7340]

Hello Jess what was the weather like in the October and November months? Thank you

[@jessimoves]

I walked end of October and beginning of November. My day to day outfit was a pair of leggings and a t-shirt, in the morning and evening with a fleece jacket. So between 15-20°C, mostly sunny, I had around 3-4 rain days but nothing too bad. A medium thick sleeping bag that I needed (see video). Really recommend this time of year! Autumn on the Camino is great! 🙌🏼

[@rickray.7340]

@@jessimoves hey thanks for getting back to me! I'm starting in October so weather sounds good during that period!! Thanks for the advice cheers Rick

[@jessimoves]

Yes it was so much better than expected! Can always change, but definitely a good time!

[@rickray.7340]

@@jessimoves great thank you will amend my gear a bit less best