I brought a mountain umbrella (that is what we call it in Germany -Bergschirm) on the Camino and it was one of the best decisions. I would always bring it again. It was great for the Meseta and for the rain... and I was called a genius multiple times LOL ;)
Willl not hike without my euroshrim umbrella. Happily hiked Grand canyon, PCT, coast to coast UK. Mine is the telescopic one. Love it in sun / rain / storm!
I would highly recommend soaking your buff in water to keep your head cool during a hot afternoon. It is a lifesaver. It acts like a mini AC and stops you getting disorientated from overheating, as I discovered through trial and error. So if you don't carry an ☔ there are alternatives to keep yourself cool.
Ah yes one of the many buff benefits! On my way back from Half Dome in the summer this kept me from losing it! Btw I checked out tour channel. Not at all what I expected haha. I'll sub under my other TH-cam persona. ;)
Hi. I'm also planning to do the Camino Frances next year (2020), so am following your posts with great interest. As a long time backpacker I have frequently considered taking an umbrella for shade from the sun (live and hike in Arizona!), but have baulked as I'm not sure how to robustly attach it to my backpack; I like to hike with two poles as well as carry a camera. Have you experimented with any of the options I can see on the web? I'd be very interested to learn your thoughts on this.
Ray Jardine modified normal spring loaded umbrellas and shows how to do it in his book. He was doing this on the PCT , Appalachian, and other hikes, along with myog ideas.
@@BackcountryPilgrim yeah, I never tried the automatic umbrella conversion to standard. He is a very smart man. I never did any of his kits, backpacks, quilts. But I am getting an older sewing machine from the relatives. And I am going to learn to sew, repair stuff, and make backpacking gear. I have a Gossamer Gear G4 and really like it. I also have their umbrella like the one in your video. Take care and keep up the good work.
I never took it on a flight but if I did I'd probably check it with a larger pack, trekking poles, etc. Half the gear we hike with isn't allowed on carry on these days. :/
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I brought a mountain umbrella (that is what we call it in Germany -Bergschirm) on the Camino and it was one of the best decisions. I would always bring it again. It was great for the Meseta and for the rain... and I was called a genius multiple times LOL ;)
Willl not hike without my euroshrim umbrella. Happily hiked Grand canyon, PCT, coast to coast UK. Mine is the telescopic one. Love it in sun / rain / storm!
Hahah! First funny umbrella talk ive ever seen
Yeah umbrella talks are not often natively very funny. :)
Thanks I'm looking at the Six Moon Designs. Have a good week.
Yeah they seem to be carrying the current version. Gossamer Gear has a cool cordage for it too.
I would highly recommend soaking your buff in water to keep your head cool during a hot afternoon. It is a lifesaver. It acts like a mini AC and stops you getting disorientated from overheating, as I discovered through trial and error. So if you don't carry an ☔ there are alternatives to keep yourself cool.
Ah yes one of the many buff benefits! On my way back from Half Dome in the summer this kept me from losing it! Btw I checked out tour channel. Not at all what I expected haha. I'll sub under my other TH-cam persona. ;)
Been thinking about these. Especially here in FL ;)
They're great when you need them!
Gossamer Gear carries an umbrella kit that will firmly hold your euroschrim umbrella to your pack straps for hands free use.
Yup! See th-cam.com/video/U-7V6wUAK3Y/w-d-xo.html. :)
These seem to be the deal for sun! I am seeing many posts and videos about using them.
Yeah they're life savers when you need them!
Hi. I'm also planning to do the Camino Frances next year (2020), so am following your posts with great interest.
As a long time backpacker I have frequently considered taking an umbrella for shade from the sun (live and hike in Arizona!), but have baulked as I'm not sure how to robustly attach it to my backpack; I like to hike with two poles as well as carry a camera. Have you experimented with any of the options I can see on the web? I'd be very interested to learn your thoughts on this.
@Backcountry Pilgrim have you tried the Handsfree telescope uv protection version from euroschirm?
What is this sorcery you speak of? LOL! No I haven't. It appears to be their telescoping umbrella with attachment straps included. Cool!
Ray Jardine modified normal spring loaded umbrellas and shows how to do it in his book. He was doing this on the PCT , Appalachian, and other hikes, along with myog ideas.
Yep I first heard about hiking with umbrellas from him in his book back in the 90s!
@@BackcountryPilgrim yeah, I never tried the automatic umbrella conversion to standard. He is a very smart man. I never did any of his kits, backpacks, quilts. But I am getting an older sewing machine from the relatives. And I am going to learn to sew, repair stuff, and make backpacking gear.
I have a Gossamer Gear G4 and really like it. I also have their umbrella like the one in your video. Take care and keep up the good work.
Nice! You should check out the DIY Backpackers page on Facebook!
Thanks for the info. Did you have any issues with taking the umbrella as a carry-on as it doesn’t fold up or did you check it for flights?
I never took it on a flight but if I did I'd probably check it with a larger pack, trekking poles, etc. Half the gear we hike with isn't allowed on carry on these days. :/