GEAR of back packer

Old May 30th, 2013, 03:27 AM
  #1  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
GEAR of back packer

Hi there.

I'm going to start my backpacking adventure. any one help me what I should bring.
Bags, shoes and dress.

Thank You
vinespino03 is offline  
Old May 30th, 2013, 07:21 AM
  #2  
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 27,609
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
http://mytimetotravel.wordpress.com/...take-part-one/ - plus two following posts
thursdaysd is offline  
Old May 31st, 2013, 09:57 PM
  #3  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
thanks thursdaysd, You really such a help. Godbless
vinespino03 is offline  
Old Jun 1st, 2013, 12:13 AM
  #4  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Hi thursdaysd, I'm looking for a bag aswell I can put my DSLR. Do you know any brand?

thanks
vinespino03 is offline  
Old Jun 1st, 2013, 07:44 AM
  #5  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Also how big the bag should I buy? 30, 40, 50 liters?
vinespino03 is offline  
Old Jun 1st, 2013, 11:04 AM
  #6  
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 27,609
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
This seems to be the current version of the bag I used for a decade:

http://shop.eaglecreek.com/rincon-vita-65l/d/1003_c_116

The main bag is 45L, and the day bag maybe another 20L.

This is the bag I'm currently using, paired with an REI day bag, and it seems to hold the same amount of stuff:

http://travelstore.ricksteves.com/ca...rentId=8&id=42

Can't help with the DSLR question, my current camera is a Nikon S9100, which fits easily in a small Eagle Creek waist pack, along with its power cord, charger, spare battery and cards.

But the real answer is "as small as possible". The less you carry the happier you will be.
thursdaysd is offline  
Old Jun 1st, 2013, 10:14 PM
  #7  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Ok so 45 is better? but in airplane it will not a hand carry? I'm using D7000 it's quite heavy. hmmm.. ok but i'm thinking for 25 to 30 kls of bag. I guess it's better to carry as compared to 45 to 50 . Imagine a sacks of rice all the ways in my travel. hehehehe..
vinespino03 is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 01:59 AM
  #8  
 
Join Date: Apr 2009
Posts: 747
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
The best size of bag really depends on your own size and strength. A large man can usually carry a lot more than a small woman. That may sound sexist, but it's not. A large and well-trained woman can carry a lot more than a fat man who never lifts anything heavier than a beer bottle.

I've seen tall young men effortlessly carry large backpacks that are half as big as I am. I'd fall over and never get up again if I tried that.

Go to a shop. Ask if they will let you try on the bags filled with heavy things. A bag that feels fine half empty may hurt to carry around when it's full. Remember that you are going to be doing at least some walking, including on stairs.
anyegr is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 02:05 AM
  #9  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
@anyegr: thanks: Now upon reviewing the bag size. the 50 liters can carry up to 6 kls things. I will choose between 50 to 80 liters. But I'm looking for the lighter model and not bulky. But it's hard to find here in Jeddah.
vinespino03 is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 04:11 AM
  #10  
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 27,609
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Can you buy over the net and have the bag shipped? It's not as good as trying it out in the store, but will give you more choice. Try REI and ebags. Maybe even eBay.

My bigger bag typically weighed in at airports at 10.5 kilos (the one with no wheels, more with wheels), plus quite a bit more in my day bag - it has all the electronics, pharma and a change of clothes. But I am an older woman and don't travel with more than I can carry.
thursdaysd is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 05:22 AM
  #11  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
REi bag is cool. But i"m afraid in online buying. I guess 10 kls maiximum is enough. =)
Mam don't say that. Yup you're but you gain a lot of experienced in you travel adventure that matter most and now you're a help to those who's inspire to do the same. Kudos Madam!
vinespino03 is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 05:38 AM
  #12  
 
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 9,338
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
We are currently travelling in South America for 6 months with carry on bags only. We are using http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lowe-Alpine-...tt+carry-on+40 which fits the cabin measurements for 95% of airlines. Fully packed it weighs in at 8-10 kgs ( my wife's pack is lighter!)

My full packing list is on this thread
http://www.fodors.com/community/trav...ry-on-only.cfm

You may have to substitute one or two items ( e.g. Being male, I didn't find the need for dresses, at least on this trip!!)
crellston is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 05:43 AM
  #13  
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 27,609
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Hmmm, no hip belt on that pack, crellston? My first convertible backpack had a useless hip belt and I was so relieved when I got a pack with a good one.
thursdaysd is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 07:30 AM
  #14  
Original Poster
 
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 29
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
@ thursdaysd : huhuhu. unfortunately REI don't have shipping here in KSA.. =(
vinespino03 is offline  
Old Jun 2nd, 2013, 02:48 PM
  #15  
 
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 9,338
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Thursdaysd - no need for a hip belt with a light pack ime, although I agree a hip belt does make carrying a heavy pack a lot easier.
crellston is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Original Poster
Forum
Replies
Last Post
GinaLola
Travel Tips & Trip Ideas
29
Feb 27th, 2016 12:54 PM
stizzlesteak
Europe
15
Mar 3rd, 2013 11:23 AM
EastBayer
Europe
27
Nov 17th, 2009 09:37 AM
TravelRibbon
Travel Tips & Trip Ideas
6
Aug 23rd, 2009 02:49 PM
unejam1
Travel Tips & Trip Ideas
4
Aug 18th, 2009 09:11 AM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are On


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

Contact Us - Manage Preferences - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information -