I promised in last week’s post, Top Ten Packing Surprises, that I’d break down my dream gear bag for everyone this week. Well, despite having been widely criticized for my comment about American condoms, I have decided to be upstanding about my promises: my complete travel kit, in a handy, checkbox form.
| Essentials
American Condoms
Granite Gear Nimbus Ozone backpack
Nice Clothing 2-3 fitted (tailored) dress shirts sturdy khakis nice blazer small/medium packing folder nice jeans trendy shoesBeater Clothing 3 white undershirts 7 pairs of underwear (why skimp on this?) 7 pairs of socks casual-looking trail runners 4 t-shirts light hoodie sturdy casual jeans |
Tech
laptop w/ case
PhotoTrackr GPS
iPhone/iTouch
thumb drive
LUMIX FX Series point-and-shoot
At least one relevant power adapter
Odds and Ends travel document organizer 1st aid and medical kit (see antibiotics) hammock (I’m convinced this is necessary to bring along) vacuum packing bag Instant coffee (1 week supply) moleskin and a pen vitamins magic wallet earplugs/eyemask small supply of laundry detergent toothbrush with a plastic cap |
If you see any glaring omissions (that don’t fall under the Obvious category, like a passport), then leave them for me in comments, or email me your own Complete Pack breakdown.

