KELTY REDWING 44 (Ryan's pack)
This pack met all my needs when traveling for such a long period of time. The "Hybrid U-Zipper" allows for both front and top loading, making packing a breeze, and the aluminum frame works great for anything from long walks in the city to hikes in the Andes. |
KELTY PK 50 (Megan's pack)
This versatile zipper-less pack and can be transformed from 50 liters to 35 by removing the front pouch. Although originally purchased for long-distance trail hikes, it also worked well for long term travel with two (small & medium) packing cubes inside. |
IN-EAR HEADPHONES - An absolute must for long bus/train rides. The $7 Panasonic earbuds on Amazon are always a good bet. HEADPHONE SPLITTER - If you’re traveling with a companion, bring a splitter so you can listen to the same music and podcasts. We listened to and then discussed 3-5 podcasts per 10 hour bus ride. The splitter was key. |
ZIPLOCK BAGS - Bring a few of every size. They come in super handy. Trust us.
DRIER SHEETS - A very important item (to keep your smelly clothes a little less smelly). DISPOSABLE SHOWER CAPS - Put them around the soles of your shoes so the rest of your clothes don’t get dirty. PACKING CUBES - VERY handy to divide clothes - it’s a bit like having dresser drawers on the go. BOTTLE OPENER - Most of the world you can drink beers in public (on the beach, at a park, etc.). But you’ll need to open them first. |