What’s in My Pack for Hiking the Camino de Santiago in July?

[@brittclausson3221]

Very grateful to hear that you find Arles, with it's 2000 year history, arena and medieval history not to mention the association with van Gogh and his residence there 'supercute'. Most obliged.

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

J’adore Arles!!

[@billkrueger9305]

Awesome! apologies, just seeing this a week late...wondering if the few things you were on the fence about if you left them home...my experience tells me that if you never used them, you never will, and that if you end up needing them, they have stores in Spain...but you know that! Teasing, of course. So, jealous that you are on such an adventure, and wishing you nothing but blue skies, moderate temps, wondrous adventures and blessings on the way. You continue in my prayers for safe travels. I will catch up with your updates in the days to come...be well!

[@susananquist8357]

Excited to follow you again. I know many on the Camino seem to be avoiding the “covid” discussion, but I am due to head toward the Camino at the end of August. I’d love to hear about this piece even if it is a short summary of your experience.

[@alexquyenvo5196]

Ikea has the bag that you can bring to the shower or just to keep your clothes dry, 2 different sizes cost like $4. And maybe later you can try a clothing line called Uniqlo of Japan, they have a stuff in there called Dry-ex and Airism for summer, I love those ! Love their Airism tank top bras haha... And Heat tech for winter. I'm like crazy about those haha... Their price is very reasonable so even teachers like me can afford haha...

[@slowmanwalking34]

Always love your videos. Even though I'm a guy these packing videos really help me out. it always fun to see a new nugget of something that I haven't seen before, this time it was the mosquito wrist bands. Any way I start my Camino on the Ingles in August. Can't wait. and Buen Camino!

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Thanks for watching! Buen Camino! I hope to do the Ingles one day.

[@bethfoote9403]

always fun to see what goes into someone else's pack! well done! You saved a lot of space and weight by not bringing a sleeping bag.

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Thanks! My sleep sack is a bit heavier than most but there are some chilly nights on the Camino!

[@bethfoote9403]

@@WanderlustingLawyer I’ve always brought a REI light sleeping bag and I liked it especially on my October Camino. But your video made me see how much more space you have w/o it.

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

I’m actually considering getting a larger pack for my next Camino - not to bring more stuff, but just to make packing easier in the morning!

[@gloriasanchez9397]

Love to see your videos again! Can’t wait to hear more… Buen Camino!

[@7alya]

Awesome! You chose and you're already there! Buen Camino! Should you ever like a challenging Camino, I hear the Dragonte is a good one. 😏

[@geneviever1921]

nice to see you back out there! i want to know more about the conversion with the water bottle/bladder style water system! do tell! safe travels

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Check out my hydrating on the Camino de Santiago video!! :)

[@TangerineHorizons]

Checking out my late 2021 packing review video straight from the Camino :)

[@deborahborniasears3723]

Love your video, it is super helpful! Buen Camino!

[@laurilenhardt2188]

I need to walk next to you, you got the hook-up going on there, lol

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

lol I love being able to take care of other pilgrims. Definitely a “caregiver” trait passed down from my dad! 😃

[@primalmike2484]

Enjoy, i have walked from Orolone sainte marie. Wonderful camino. Make sure you go foz de lumbier option from Jaca, a truly spectacular place. Night at Arres esential, enjoy❤️.

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Thanks so much for the tips!! Let me know if you have others. :)

[@primalmike2484]

@@WanderlustingLawyer Arres alburgue is the sister to the much loved Granon on the Camino Frances. U go in the church and go watching the sunset. I highly recommend Arres. The night after Arres I think is Ruesta, a lovely village which is basically a ruined castle and the alburgue is in the middle. I think this day there will be no cafes or bars all day so u need to be prepared. U must go to that foz de lombier. It may be extra road walking but just before u arrive (nice truckers cafe just before) and u walk through a natural gorge and then it’s like a scene from Jurassic park. I also walked the detour to the monastery Pena, which is famous for being built in the cliffs. This is worth seeing but it’s no advisable to do what I did. It really adds to the km to stay at Arres and u have to limit your time at the monastery. It’s a fabulous walk, I know u follow the river for the first few days from France. I want to do this walk from Lourdes next time. Beun camino

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Thanks again! I’m getting nervous for the walk up to Somport pass. Was it pretty easy to navigate?

[@bnrmartell9899]

I've been planning my Camino de Santiago Trip for a little over a year now and your videos have always been of great help. Could you please explain which quick-drying underwear you chose? ¡Buen Camino!

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

So I actually brought a few different types so that I can do a comparison video! I have one IceBreaker, one Exofficio, one jockey, and one fruit of the loom!

[@bnrmartell9899]

@@WanderlustingLawyer One last question, did you buy your trekking poles over in France or did you heck your bag? I fear I'll have to pay $100+ just to get my bag and poles over there and that the airline may loose them. Thank you!!! :)

[@jacquidunbar6779]

Thanks kate for all your helpful videos. I'm going to order the Marmot backpack to see if it works for me too since I'm not satisfied with the kyte 36. Could you tell us the brand/style of your fanny pack? Thanks so much.

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Here’s the link! It’s so lightweight and worked great for me. amzn.to/3vEDt0G

[@ValerieFisk]

Hi. Thanks for your videos. I find them excellent, especially as I am planning my first Camino solo. Also love your easy-going non judgemental style. I do have a question on this something you mentioned on this one - why don't you use one of the multi-purpose camping liquids (shampoo/shower gel/laundry soap) instead of the multiple sachets that you mentioned?

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Thank you so much! 😃 So, I have a lot of very thing hair, and I’ve found thank multi-purpose products make my hair knot up horribly. If I’m not going to have my special conditioner or comb, I need a shampoo that’s gentle in my hair. But an all-in-one product is definitely a good alternative!

[@heyrobin]

Did you weigh your pack with everything in it? Also, how will you be creating videos on your trip? Will you be relying on your tablet? So curious; I’m taking my first trip in September and thinking of creating videos fir family and friends to watch!

[@rj29839]

Do you check your bag or not? Do you have issues with them letting you take the trekking poles on? What about the bug spray - it looks like an aerosol? Thanks!

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

I had a regular suitcase as well, which I sent ahead in France (since I was traveling after I finished). So I put my trekking poles and larger liquids in there. You may need to check the bag if you have poles. :-/

[@rj29839]

@@WanderlustingLawyer ok thank you. I'm thinking maybe I'll just try to buy some there

[@julietunderill4239]

Interested in your post Camino thoughts on your gear and recommendations

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Hi! I made a post-Camino update video (hope you saw it), and I also used the pack again on my Camino this summer. I still love it!

[@jessicawoodrow684]

Hi, thanks so much for the wonderful info. What was your total pack weight?

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

A lot! Maybe 25 pounds with water. I am not the best role model for the “pack light method” (and I actually have a beef with the 10% rule). 🙈

[@AugustinesHeart]

I’m hoping to hike it mid May-July, what would you recommend for warm layers, jacket shell, fleece, rain coat, down…?

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Hi there - which route? For the Frances, I would recommend one long sleeve shirt, one lightweight zip fleece/down puffer and one lightweight rain coat. Depending on when in may you leave, some lightweight gloves might be recommended as well. Be sure to check out my “layering for the Camino de Santiago video.” 😃

[@AugustinesHeart]

I have seen many of your videos and they are very helpful! I do have some questions though that are things I wasn't sure where to find the specific answers to because of the specific time I was hoping to do the Camino Frances Mid-May thought probably early July. I'm a cold sleeper so I'm on the fence for sleep systems. I bought the Sea to Summit 100% silk liner as well as their 50degree travel down ultralight quilt/ sleeping bag. I'm inclined to bring both, but would I be killing it for that time of year? I think the liner would be too light for me but I fear just having the bag. Any tips...? Another question... (sorry if this is the wrong way to ask all of my multi-questions, but I again did watch the video, but I still haven't landed on a pack yet. I just bought the Osprey Kyte, but it would be nice to find a lighter weight one. I looked in to the one you landed on, but the reviews said it wasn't for shorties like me (5'2.) I like pockets, but am willing to give up some for weight. I've been looking into the Hyperlite pack, but I fear having only an endless bottom with no other entry but the top. In your search, would you happen to have any other pack recommendations for me to try? Thanks for your help!

[@susananquist8357]

Your lenient adapter, so you add an adapter for euro voltage?

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Sorry I missed this! The adapter is just to make the plug fit; it doesn’t change the voltage.

[@AugustinesHeart]

Where did you get those shower shoes? What are they called?

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

Bfflz is the brand. Check out my other video all about them! They’re getting very tough to find but it looks like they’re on eBay: www.ebay.com/itm/115063881750

[@alexisdaniellewebster105]

Could you share a link or name for the feather light fanny pack??

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

So sorry about that, it’s the 4Monster Hiking Waist Pack (Amazon)

[@estellagutierrez4615]

What do you do about phone service.. and cellphone

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

I brought my iPhone and signed up for t-mobile’s international plan. It worked great!

[@LupeShoes]

Too much stuff

[@WanderlustingLawyer]

It worked absolutely perfect for me, thanks!