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Packing our Backpacks

Posted: January 3rd, 2010 by Courtney

We have spent a lot of time trying to figure out what to bring on a year around the world trip and now its here.  Our bags are now packed and this is what we are taking with us:

Before the packs started feeling heavy.

Scott:

  • pair of shorts
  • pair of convertible pants
  • pair of swim trunks
  • pair of pj shorts
  • pair of jeans
  • 3 t-shirts
  • 2 linen shirt
  • long-sleeve button-up shirt
  • fleece jacket
  • long sleeve shirt
  • rain jacket
  • thermal underwear
  • 4 pairs of underwear
  • 3 socks
  • Merrell Moab Ventilator cross-training shoes
  • walking shoes
  • flip flops
  • bandanna
  • hat

Courtney:

  • pair of Columbia Hampton Shores Remix capris
  • pair of hiking pants
  • pair of shorts
  • pair of board shorts
  • dress
  • pair of pajamas
  • pair of yoga pants
  • 2 shirts
  • 4 tank tops
  • white cami
  • long-sleeve shirt
  • fleece jacket
  • fleece sweater
  • rain jacket
  • thermal underwear
  • Keen Voyageur Cross-Training Shoes
  • Teva Womens Omnium sandals
  • flip flops
  • 2 pairs of socks
  • underwear and bras
  • 2 swim suits
  • purse
  • pashmina
  • bandanna
  • watch

Gear:

  • backpacks, daypack, and backpack covers
  • netbook and charger
  • digital camera and charger
  • Creative Vado video camera
  • Kindle and charger
  • extra memory cards for digital camera
  • 2-person ultra-lightweight tent
  • down sleeping bags
  • sleep sacks
  • cigarette lighter
  • water bottles
  • sunglasses
  • toiletry bags and toiletries
  • camping towels
  • first-aid kit
  • world outlet converters
  • utility knife
  • rope
  • MSR Pocket Rocket backpacking stove, pot, and utensils

Other stuff:

  • Passports
  • Scuba certification cards
  • notebook

Comments

Comment from et
Time January 14, 2010 at 12:51 pm

Advice:
1. Stay on “Fiji time” for the rest of the trip.
2. See what you want to see, you never know if you will be able to do it again.
3. Hugs, they help after a long travel day.
4. Don’t be afraid to sleep in an airport.
5. While in NZ, buy your car in Christchurch and sell in Auckland.
6. Haggle everything!!!
7. We still have contacts in NZ, Oz, Thailand, India and Indo…don’t be afraid to ask for them I’m sure they would love to have you.
Good Luck!!!!

Comment from Michelle
Time January 14, 2010 at 1:41 pm

Hi! I am all caught up on your trip! Sounds like its been amazing!!!