Just working on packing. I enjoyed the benefits of ultra-light packing on the trip to Mongolia and have continued to refine my approach. The search for simplicity has trimmed my kit even further.
This trip is interesting, as we will be using a borrowed vehicle (many, many thanks to FrontRunner USA), so the truck side is mostly covered.
So here is my latest iteration of good gear - stuff I digg. I always find it interesting to see how people pack for travel. For a look at the extreme, check out
http://nbc.scottevest.com/ and their no baggage challenge - worth the read.
Electronics:
1. 13" Macbook Air. iPad is off the table for now - just not enough HP.
2. Olympus E3 with a suite of lenses. I suspect I will finally get some great use out of the 70-200 2.8 with the megafauna. The same Canon Vixia HDV as well. These cameras have served me well in 32 countries, but they are ready for retirement for sure. The only reason they have not been replaced is that several new options are on the horizon, including the E5 and GH1. Timing wasn't quite right, so the old standbys soldier on.
3. SPOT
4. .5tb back-up drive
Personal Luggage:
1. RedOxx flying boxcar - the size of a carryon
2. TAD Gear Stealth Hoodie
3. MK Alpine Utility
4. MK Granite Creek
5. TAD Gear Overland Shirt (2)
6. ExOfficio TakeOver Trecker (2)
7. ExOfficio socks (4 pair)
8. ExOfficio wash-n-go underwear (4 pair)
9. Pair of jeans and casual shirt for air travel
10. ExOfficio wicking t-shirts (3)
11. Zamberlan boots
I am enjoying the challenge of packing light. Some of the new technology is really helping this too, with computers like the MBA and the new combined DSLR and HDV cameras, even units like the E Pen or GH2.
