Packing for the Camino de Santiago? | LIVE from Camino Frances - LIGHT backpack (3.7kg /8.16 pounds)
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 16. 06. 2023
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My Camino de Santiago backpack emptied out and "exposed" for you. I'm currently on Camino Frances at Ledigos and I've covered well over 1200km so far with lots more to go, but my pack is exactly as I want it now.
This is the gear I use every day, NO more and NO less đ
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If you need a few of things I have used on Camino and would recommend from Amazon, I get a small commission if you purchase by following my link below without it costing you a penny extra, so you help support the channel for FREE :)
Backpacks I like :
Men's Exos 38 Backpack : amzn.to/3PVU2AW
Montane Trailblazer 30 : amzn.to/46VMcgQ
Female fit Osprey Tempest 30 : amzn.to/46XgKyL
Gear I have used and would recommend :
To do Laundry - Scrubba Wash Bag : amzn.to/3XVurtE
For sleeping in (over the liner if you sleep cold) - SOL Escape Bivvy : amzn.to/3DjMIHG
For Sleeping in (May-September) - Silk Liner : amzn.to/3DjaBz9
For sleeping in (March-April and October-November) - Warm Liner : amzn.to/3K4w4j1
Bose Sleepbuds are unavailable now but these look very similar (I haven't tried these though so can't recommend them personally) : amzn.to/3NTTicZ
Matador Soap Bag : amzn.to/44TR44h
Dr Bronner Soap : amzn.to/3Dl8Npg
Toothpaste tabs : amzn.to/3K5mOeu
Anti-Chafing Gel (to prevent blisters) : amzn.to/3O0k8A0
Body Glide Anti Blister Stick : amzn.to/3O0kerm
Silk Eye Mask (Inexpensive type) : amzn.to/3Q2aX4U
Darn Tough Socks : amzn.to/3Q3D7fU
Saxx Underwear : amzn.to/43wcKCb
Exofficio Underwear : amzn.to/44vdvNi
Sun Hat : amzn.to/44wmzRX
Buff (50 UPF) : amzn.to/3Dh7x6E
Buff (Camino de Santiago special) : amzn.to/3XYJGC5
Ultralight Fanny Pack/Bum Bag : amzn.to/3K7RXht
Montane Dragon 7" Running Shorts : amzn.to/3OkfE8O
Patagonia Quandary Shorts : amzn.to/44OYtBL
Astra Lone Peak 6 Minimalist shoes, perfect if you have wide feet : amzn.to/44RMTFN
Hoka Speedboat 5 Maximalist shoes : amzn.to/46X0uhg
Moab Vent 2 Shoes : amzn.to/3K130Ja
Sea to Summit Poncho / Tarp in Sil Nylon : amzn.to/3OkhF4P
Montane Short Sleeve Synthetic T shirt : amzn.to/3Q29UC3
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Katadyn Before Spare Water Bottle and Filter : amzn.to/43urn99
Rubz Plantar Massage Ball : amzn.to/3Olbcqc
Hero Clip Carabiner : amzn.to/3rymb6S
Fast Dry Towel : amzn.to/44vY879
For Making Videos :
Insta 360 Creator Kit for some of the drone like footage : amzn.to/46Rh95F
The big 3 meter pole : amzn.to/46X1jqm
DJI Microphones : amzn.to/3NVwObn
Budget Microphone : amzn.to/46X6wOE
DJI Drone : amzn.to/46Uodyf
Electrical :
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Ultralight Powerbank : amzn.to/3NPAUBK
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Tiny Torch (the best) : amzn.to/44t8B3l
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Iâm happy to answer any questions about my backpack and contents for you, just ask! đ
Pleasure meeting you at La Morena alburgue, LĂ©digos. A great hour of free camino advice and discussion . Sincerely, the Americans, 16/6/2023.
The pleasure was all mine Jon đ. If you need info on anything, just ask đ. I already said it, but Buen Camino đ
Thank yoy very much đ this was very interesting and informative. You are a great packer đđ
Thanks very much. I hope it helped. đ
Thanks, Nick! very informative.
Thanks Patrick. đđ
Thanks Nick for a very informative video.
I love doing these videos Anne. 6 separate Pilgrims asked me today alone what was in my pack. Easiest way is to just show everyone. đđ
thatâs really great! the only thing iâd change is to get a pack liner that isnât so loud and crinkly! lol. thank you :)
Haha. They are crinkly đđ
Blimey thats light weight. I'm looking at what I wanna take next April/May and wondering why I'm around the 7 kilo mark! lol
Thanks for all your packing vids mate, and for putting the amazon links with them. Cheers!
Youâre very very welcome đ. I got a lot from the Camino (and still so many Caminos later) so love trying to give back by helping. Hope you have an awesome Camino next year đ
Thanks!
Thatâs really kind of you. Thank you so much. đ
Oh I loved that hostel too! Great run through thanks - I really enjoy whatâs in your pack videos. I see you are like me in that you stick to mainly one colour - mine is green instead of yellow though đ
Not sure why I went with yellow thoughâŠ.all the bees, wasps, flys and things seem to love that colour too. đđ
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Hi Nick
Where did you purchase your little plastic backpack for going out about town etc?
Hi Wendy. I donât remember having a town backpack in this video but I have previously taken an Osprey Ultralight Stuff Pack which is available from Amazon. đ. I hope this is the item you mean.
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Thank you! Its helpful. I dont think i will be able to get my stuff down to being that light though! đ
Even if it helps lighten your load a tiny bitâŠIâm happy đđ
Hi Nick, love your blog! Only just found it so been busy catching up with all your posts. Can you tell me if your Scrubba is the mini version or the bigger one? Cheers. Barbara
Hi Barbara. Thanks for watching them đ
I use the smaller one to save a tiny bit of weight. Itâs just big enough to wash a single dais worth of t shirt, underwear and socks but I like to wash daily so itâs fine for me. đđ
Hi Nick, thanks so much for your detailed reply. I have bought a mini one today so can't wait to get it. I am heading off next April so the excitement is building! I've only just discovered your channel and it's just the best! I've learnt so much. Thank you and keep up the great content.đđ@@NickLivingLife
Hi Nick, forgot to mention, I also bought the little Matador soap bag too! Can't get down to your pack weight but will be under 8kgs which is remarkable for me! All thanks to you. Cheers.đđ @@NickLivingLife
Thatâs made my day Barbara. I love it knowing Iâve helped someone somewhere đđ
Iâll try my best. A few more coming in the coming weeks as I head off in a few days to do the short Gran Canaria Camino đ. Hopefully there will be some beautiful vistas and more. đ
Where's the drone? đ It was lovely to meet you today as you went against the tide!
Hey Colm. That was an awesome surprise. Really great to meet you too! đ
Carrion seems unusually quiet for a sunny afternoon. Do all pilgrims have afternoon naps now? đ
@Nick Living Life - Camino de Santiago or they are hiding! Maybe it was the albergue's way of discouraging from stay there for a rest day! đ€Ł
Thanks for this vid.
What kind of bottle holder do you use to fix the bottle on your backpack string? For what kind of bottles is it useable ?
Hi Michael. I had it the backpack made for me so it came with a mesh pocket built in. I believe there is one you can buy separately called a âbottle rocketâ by Gossamer Gear which will hold 500ml or 1 ltr bottles. I just have a 500 ML Smart water bottle in mine.
@@NickLivingLife Thank you!
This is a great video. Can actually see how you packed the bag. Would you recommend rain pants and a sleeping bag in the first 3 was of October. I definitely am not worried about September given the current Temps. Thanks again. Definitely one of the most helpful.
Hi Ronald, for October I would take rain (pants or kilt ) and a rain jacket, but poncho is fine too...its all about your own preference.
October is where a very very very light sleeping bag may be useful but nothing above 500g. You can always sleep wearing a fleece, puffy jacket and even your rain jacket if you are cold and it's needed so a heavy sleeping bag isn't needed as long as you don't ever intend on sleeping outside.
If you have a read of the description on the video from a phone or computer, you'll find a list of gear available from Amazon that I have used and approve of. I have a link for a warmer sleep liner on there (I say for October I think on it). This will be fine on all but any rare albergues without heat in which case you can use their blankets if they have them or if not, sleep in your fleece, warmer jacket etc :)
@@NickLivingLife thank you very much. Admittedly a little nervous, but know if I forger something I can get there. Let the adventure begin.
Hi Nick what is the backpack brand and size? cheers
Hi Mark,
This is an Atom Packs Atom+ which was custom made for me. Itâs a 50 litre capacity ( I need a bit bigger to fit movie making stuff, drone etc). For fitting Iâm in a large size for torso and medium for waist, but the pack still weighs only around 750 grams.
Hi Nick, is that the Atom+ backpack (I noticed the hip belt so am assuming it's not an Atom). What size is it in litres? What would you recommend is the best size for the Camino with similar gear weights and volume to what you show in your video? I'm looking at getting one custom made. What material is yours made of and any thoughts/suggestions regarding that?
Many thanks for your help!
Hi Joanne. Yes, itâs the Atom+. Mine is the 50 as I take a drone and video making stuff (and also use it for wild camping outside of Camino). You could easily get away with a 40 for Camino though if taking similar to what I do.
All of the materials they offer are fantastic, durable and highly water resistant , so itâs almost more about what colours you like as all colours are not available in all fabrics.
Itâs worth ordering a few Nylofume liners at the same time (very cheap) which means you donât need any sort of pack cover for the rain.
The strap pockets are especially useful and hold a 500ml smart water bottle perfectly. The hidden bottom pocket is also great for things you may need while walking that doesnât fit into a fanny pack /bum bag.
They kindly made me a fanny pack (called The Roo) in the cut off materials when making my pack so it matches. đ
@@NickLivingLife brilliant, thank you Nick!
What make is your sleeping bag liner?
Hi Karen. This one is made by Rab. Itâs a silk one which I find to be the best lightweight one has it has anti-microbial properties like merino so requires less washing. đ
Hi! What does DCF stand for?
Hi. DCF is the new name for what used to be called Cuban Fibre. It is one of the fabrics used in modern high end ultra light equipment. It is stronger than steel for its weight against tearing so can be made incredibly light. đ
Thank you Nick, I find your super light packing really helpful and inspiring. Can I ask a sensitive question - what is Albergue etiquette when it comes to bedtime attire ? Your packing doesnât include pyjama bottoms so Iâm guessing underwear is acceptable ?
Underwear is ok but most people sleep in their other set of walking clothes so they are dressed for the next day. I sleep in the shorts I walk in unless they are drying from a wash in which case I wear those long grey baggy pants. The t shirt is always tomorrows walking t shirt. đ
@@NickLivingLife Thank you again for helpful information Nick. Iâve managed to get my rucksack and bumbag weight down to 5.7Kg thanks to you (not counting the weight of full water bottles!) which feels less daunting!.
Thatâs really manageable. Youâre all set!! đ
Hi Nick,
what do you use for washing detergent for clothes?
Do you wear woollen socks?
Great to see some lesser known routes.
Hope you are reapplying the sunscreen during the day. đŠ đŠ
Thanks
Hi đ. I use the same soap for washing my clothes as washing myself. I take a bar of Dr Bronner soap (available on Amazon) that should just about last a Camino. đđ. Glad you are enjoying some of the scenery from the other Caminos. They are all so different and there really is a Camino for everybody.
Could you provide a link for your backpack?
It was custom made for me, and you can get one custom made for you if you like.
atompacks.co.uk/
I also use AtomPak Mo with a 45L dry bag for liner. Done 2 Caminos with it in 2022 and it still looks and feel brand new. Not cheap but light and built to last.
@@stevejl7954 I looked at getting a Mo too Steve for future adventures where I need to carry more weight. Awesome pack. đ