This is my travel gear
By Sergio Camalich
July 8, 2014 
When planning for a backpacking trip, one of the biggest problems you’ll face is deciding what to bring and what not to bring.
If you search around the internet, you’ll find hundreds—if not thousands—of posts featuring the ultimate packing list, but since everyone has different needs while traveling, those amazing lists might not suit you.
One thing is true, though: LESS IS MORE.
In my case, I will be doing lots of photography and video editing, freelancing and also camping whenever possible.
That’s why this is a very personal list and even though you’ll find some of the basics here, you should decide for yourself what’s best for you and your travel experience.
Travel Gear
Toiletries bag
This bag includes the bathroom/shower basics, plus a couple medicines. You should be able to buy while on the road.
Travel towel
I love this towel! It is small, lightweight and dries quickly. What else can I ask for?
Shemagh
For covering my head, face and neck while walking under the sun, use it as a scarf when cold, covering stuff with it or whatever you can imagine.
Plastic bags
Because you never have enough of those.
Money Belt
This is a must when traveling. It saved my ass when I was robbed in Beijing, it will surely save yours.
Sunglasses
Robbie, the robot
This is my personal travel companion.
Passport and visas
Isn’t it obvious?
Swiss Army pocket knife
Deck of cards
If there is something I learned in Southeast Asia, is that you can kill lots of time and make lots of new friends while waiting for a bus with a deck of cards.
Hiking Boots
Running shoes
My ol’ trusty sandals
Personal camping tent
Sleeping Bag
Headlamp
Small notebook and pen
Trust me, you’ll want to have a diary of your travels.
Clothing
T-Shirts (7)
I might bring less.
Tank Top (1)
Long-sleeved shirts (2)
Jeans (3)
Most backpackers are against jeans because they are heavy and dry slowly, but I feel comfortable in them and I haven’t had any problem so far, so why change?
Boxers (7)
Pairs of socks (7)
Clean and fresh feet are a must.
Sleeping short
Waterproof jacket
Swimming short
Belt
Electronics
17″ Macbook Pro
Yes, it’s big. But it gets the job done and I love it.
Magic Mouse
2tb external HD
Headphones
Samsung Galaxy S3
Power strip
There are never enough power outlets!
USB Cables
Rechargeable Batteries
Battery Chargers
Camera and video gear
Nikon D5300
Brand new!
18-55 Lens
55-200 Lens
GoPro Hero3 Black Edition
Fujifilm Instax 210
Extra film for the Instax
Tascam DR-40 audio recorder
But I’ll change this for a DSLR mic by the end of the month.
Mini camera stabilizer
I’m still weighing the pros and cons of bringing it with me, but so far the pros are winning.
GoPole extender
Tripod
Chesty, headstrap, Jaws and some others GoPro mounts
For all your GoPro mounting needs!
GoPro and Nikon extra batteries
Around 100gb and SD and Micro SD cards
Camera remote control
For longer exposures and time-lapses with the Nikon. Can’t wait to use it!
And that’s it! Everything fits in both backpacks, for a total weight of around 20kg. I’m sure this list will evolve as time goes by, but for now, I’m ok with what I’m bringing.
What do you think?
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Mysha
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daniel rivera
