#merino wool t-shirt

[seo-expert0012]

Embrace Comfort and Versatility with Merino Tops: The Ultimate Guide

Merino wool has long been celebrated for its unparalleled softness, breathability, and versatility. As a natural fiber derived from Merino sheep, it boasts a myriad of benefits that make it the ideal choice for clothing, particularly in the form of merino tops. Whether you're hiking through rugged terrain, commuting to work, or simply lounging at home, merino tops offer unparalleled comfort and style for any occasion.

What Makes Merino Wool Special?

Merino wool stands out among other types of wool due to its finer fibers and unique properties. Unlike traditional wool, which can be coarse and itchy, merino wool is incredibly soft and gentle against the skin. Its fine fibers also make it lightweight and breathable, ensuring optimal comfort in both warm and cool temperatures. Additionally, merino wool is naturally moisture-wicking, meaning it can absorb and release moisture vapor, keeping you dry and comfortable in any climate.

The Versatility of Merino Tops

Merino tops come in various styles, including t-shirts, long-sleeve tops, and sweaters, making them suitable for a wide range of activities and settings. Whether you're layering up for outdoor adventures or seeking a stylish yet functional everyday wardrobe staple, there's a merino top to suit your needs.

Benefits of Merino Tops

1. Temperature Regulation: Merino wool's natural ability to regulate body temperature makes it perfect for wearing year-round. It keeps you warm in cold weather and cool in hot weather, making it an excellent choice for outdoor enthusiasts and travelers.

2. Moisture Management: One of the most significant advantages of merino wool is its moisture-wicking properties. Unlike synthetic fabrics, which can trap sweat and odor, merino wool wicks moisture away from the skin, keeping you dry and comfortable even during intense physical activity.

3. Odor Resistance: Merino wool naturally resists odor-causing bacteria, allowing you to wear your merino top multiple times between washes without worrying about unpleasant smells. This makes merino tops an excellent choice for travel, camping, and outdoor adventures where laundry facilities may be limited.

4. Softness and Comfort: Thanks to its fine fibers, merino wool is exceptionally soft and comfortable to wear, even for those with sensitive skin. Unlike traditional wool, which can feel scratchy and irritating, merino wool feels luxuriously smooth and gentle against the skin.

5. Durability: Despite its softness, merino wool is surprisingly durable and long-lasting. With proper care, a high-quality merino top can withstand years of wear and maintain its shape and performance.

Popular Brands and Options

Several brands specialize in merino wool clothing, offering a wide selection of merino tops to choose from. Unbound Merino, for example, is known for its high-quality merino wool t-shirts and base layers designed for travel and outdoor adventures. Other popular brands include Icebreaker, Smartwool, and Woolx, each offering a range of merino tops in various styles and colors to suit every preference.

Choosing the Right Merino Top

When selecting a merino top, consider factors such as the intended use, climate, and personal preferences. For high-intensity activities and warm weather, opt for lightweight merino tops with enhanced breathability and moisture-wicking properties. For colder climates or layering purposes, choose thicker merino tops with added insulation.

Conclusion

Merino tops offer the perfect blend of comfort, performance, and style, making them a wardrobe essential for anyone seeking versatile and high-quality clothing. Whether you're hiking, traveling, or simply going about your daily routine, merino tops provide unparalleled comfort and performance in any situation. Invest in merino tops today and experience the luxury of Australian merino wool clothing firsthand.

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[geckomastermerinowool]

GECKO MASTER is a Chinese clothing brand, advocating a healthy, natural and active lifestyle, adhering to the design concept of comfort, fashion and perfect balance of functions. The unique wool blend material is comfortable, constant temperature, breathable, quick-drying, and resistant to odors. GECKO MASTER has been producing merino products, including merino underwear, socks, t-shirts, hats, gloves, etc. Nature and comfort are always our quality benchmarks. The perfect combination of natural and environmentally friendly fibers and functional fibers can provide wearers with better performance and wearing experience in various environments and occasions.

#merino wool #t shirt #export

[inkandguns]

If you’re looking for base layers this is the place. 25% off purchases of $100 or more with the link.

So far I’ve tried two tops (Comet is my favorite), a few t shirts, and a neck gaiter. All have been really excellent you just can’t put them in the dryer. I may or may not have shrunk the t shirts this way…

Edit:

I also have the Vapor hoodie and I poked a few good holes in it working at the farm. Unless you’re literally made of money I’d plan to use the wool items as base layers under something sturdy.

I use the Woolcloud vest as a mid layer often. It’s outperformed down for warmth but I wouldn’t use it as an outer layer because the pockets don’t have any kind of retention to close them. Under a goretex shell it works perfectly.

The website shows models using them as a standalone garment, but I could see getting tips and tears in them this way easily. If you’re looking for base layers that are affordable/expendable, I suggest going with military surplus items.

#gear

[bomberqueen17]

garment sewing endeavor updates

I FINISHED A THING

OK it wasn’t one of the ones I’d actually put on my list to make. But. In like. March, I’d bought some fabric, and I muslined the Cashmerette Turner dress (variation: with pockets!) three times-- once using an old t-shirt just to mock up the bodice to check the fit, once using *several* old t-shirts to make the bodice and lining and skirt, and then once using an old t-shirt for the bodice but all new fabric to make the sleeves and skirt. And each time I adjusted the fit, and then I was contented with how it looked, so I cut it out in a beautiful merino wool jersey I bought off Etsy, and the bodice lining I made from a linen knit jersey I got from Mood Fabrics I think, and then I assembled the bodice, lining, sleeves, and skirt, but then I never put them all together.

So on Sunday night I got the bodice and skirt attached to one another, and then started hemming the skirt by hand. And then tonight I finished the skirt hem and the sleeve hems!!

excuse the terrible webcam headless shot, and also my left hip is not a trapezoid that’s the pocket being slightly inside-out because i started to take the dress off and then was like wait i should photograph this-- so it’s a hilarious angle, but it does show the dress. It’s very slightly shiny, the fabric is quite thin but very rich-feeling and moves beautifully. You can see that I’ve shortened the bodice so that it’s basically an empire line, because in my muslins I found that having the bodice come lower on my body meant that it would wrinkle oddly and sit funny. Where that waistband hits is by far the narrowest point on my body, and if I want the waist to sit lower I have to taper the bodice back out. Which seems complicated. So I’ll just have the thing hit right under my boobs, and be done with it.

That is not the world’s most flatteringly supportive bra; for formal wear I’d put on something a little nicer. But it does show that this dress is a surprisingly flattering bit of all right after all.

I think it also helps the thing lie nicely that instead of attaching the bodice lining to the skirt, I left it free and instead put it on some wide 2″ elastic, so it’s kind of a shelf bra. Kind of fond of the effect; holds the whole dress in place pretty securely.

... I’m sort of tempted to make another of this dress instead of trying the new pattern I had meant to do. Mmm I’ll stick it on the end of the list. Try new things!!!!!!!!

I’m incalculably delighted to have Finished A Thing.

#sewing #B sews things #about the author

[demonindistress]

Bla bla tumblrs aging user base etc,

but have y'all heard there are merino wool STICKERS to mend the favorite winter T-shirts?

#And they look better AFTER a few washes nothing unpeels #Hiking stuff #Using every shortcut to cronedom #No but fixing something without it feeling like such a hell quest saves 10x the energy

[nicklloydnow]

““Stealth wealth” is the name given to the clothes worn by the extremely rich – very fine wools in navy or grey, oversized coats, tiny handbags, whites so bright they’re almost blue, a thousand shades of camel, a whole caravan of them, a palette that whispers “taste” with a little lisp. Logos are replaced with secret codes – a clever little stitch at the hem, or a hoodie made of cashmere.

Woven through these merino wools and pale suedes are the codes and strappings of a life where the wrong type of collar, for example, betrays you as a gatecrasher, a fraud. For years now, the fashion press has monitored and marketed these clothes to the rest of us, frauds every last one, with the unspoken promise that if we spend the equivalent of the price of a car on our new jumper, we too might gain access to a world that doesn’t want us.

(…)

Perhaps I would mind this “quiet luxury” less if the clothes were fabulous. But, instead, they’re bloodless, grandly bland, dreary. They speak of money, not taste; of fear, not joy. Why should the rest of us buy them – what good are the clothes without the power? If we’ve learned anything from our good friends in Succession, it is the true horrors of being wealthy, the boredom, the panic, the interminable snacks. Why would we want to cosplay as a billionaire when we know that to be so is to live without trust, without shame, to be monstrous? What sick trick are we playing on ourselves? It makes me wonder about our relationship to politicians, too – rather than making him unelectable, why does the cash and privilege of a billionaire like Sunak (who once visited a construction site wearing a pair of £490 Prada suede loafers) instead seem to inspire so many people to doff their caps and run to Selfridges? These people are ruining our lives, and our response is to buy their shoes?

(…)

Buying into “stealth wealth” feels like buying a band T-shirt, except the band are the worst people in the world, and the T-shirt costs the same as a month’s rent, and the music is them laughing as they shout “Eat shit” from a car. With the greatest respect, no thank you.”

#wealth #stealth wealth #illth #gwyneth paltrow #fashion #class #succession #billionaires #false consciousness

[roses-red-and-pink]

It’s freezing here so here’s my hot tips for staying warm, from someone who lives in a cold climate.

- humidifier going all the time because it is DRY

- chapstick every hour because it is DRY

- jeans are sooo cold. Wear leggings underneath if you wear them. (Or be like my dad and wear your pj pants underneath)

-first layer should be a long sleeve shirt, preferably merino wool (but I’m not rich enough for that, and few people are) so I use a polyester blend t shirt.

-then you can put your chunky sweaters on overtop. They will trap warm air in there, but without the under-layer will be too cold.

-mask up again! No joke, cloth reusable masks are the best for cold weather because they stay on your face to keep your nose warm (unlike a scarf that slips) but can easily be taken off indoors.

-mittens are warmer than gloves. If it’s very cold, wear thin gloves inside your mittens.

-always wear a hat that covers your ears when you go out

-always always always keep a blanket in your car

#just a few things I’ve learned living in Canada #and I thought it was fitting to share given the North American cold snap currently going on #it’s hovered around -30 C here with -40 wind chills #cold weather #cold weather tips

[tllgrrl]

I sometimes treat myself to something fun for my birthday. This year my car got some long overdue maintenance work, and I will be replacing tires next week. So this year, this yarn is my Fun gift to myself. (This, and a black t-shirt with the “Now I am become Death…” quote done in pink Barbie font.)

This is hand dyed 100% Merino wool yarn from a small batch dyer, and the minute I saw this colorway—inspired by, of course, BARBIE, and called “Ken-ergy”—it made me laugh.

I have two skeins, my plan is for another Framework Bralette, and it will be the brightest thing in my whole wardrobe. Eh-ver. This will be perfect to wear the time of year when it’s cold and sundown is at 4pm and I’m wearing all black everything…except this.

Just thought I’d share some bright on this cloudy rainy Monday here in the Desert.

That quote, BTW, is the inside of the label, and it’s true. As I’m knitting, each stitch ends up next to another color and they absolutely sing.

#makers gonna make #yarn #indie dyer #madeline tosh #knitterslife #casting on #cozy #framework bralette #monday morning #writin’ and knittin’ #before work

[wintercorrybriea]

all is a gentle spring ‘merino wool t shirts’

#all is a gentle spring #fashion

[dragonmuse]

What sort of items do the crew bring back from the Olympics? Does Pickle/Delly get anything fun brought back?

oh fun! Izzy got Delly a bottle of wine (duty free and she's always happy to get booze) and Pickle got a little stuffed Kiwi.

The Swede got all the tacky airport souvenirs his heart could want, but his favorite was a boot shaped shot glass that says 'Sweet As' on it from Jim and Oluwande. He also liked the t-shirt they got him.

John and Frenchie get a lot of fun treats, cloth and John gets so much merino wool from Lucius (who in his mournful daze maybe did some numb shopping and overbought for everyone).

Buttons gets the bird things that Jim and Oluwande picked out for him and a postcard from the world's biggest swing from Pete that he he treasures.

And yes, Hymn for the Hymnless is now fair game for questions and prompts!

#leda house and the kraken verse #ask answered

[seo-expert0012]

The Ultimate Guide to Base Layers: Everything You Need to Know

Base layers, often referred to as thermal underwear or simply "thermals," are a crucial component of any outdoor enthusiast's wardrobe. Whether you're hitting the slopes, going for a winter hike, or just braving a chilly day, a good base layer can make all the difference in keeping you warm, dry, and comfortable. But what exactly does a base layer do, and how does it differ from other layers? Let's dive into the world of base layers and explore everything you need to know.

What Does a Base Layer Do?

At its core, a base layer serves two primary functions: insulation and moisture management. In cold weather conditions, a base layer works to trap heat close to the body, providing essential warmth without adding bulk. This helps regulate your body temperature and keeps you comfortable during outdoor activities. Additionally, base layers are designed to wick moisture away from the skin, keeping you dry and reducing the risk of hypothermia. By pulling sweat away from your body, base layers help prevent chafing and discomfort, especially during high-intensity activities.

Base Layer vs. Thermals: Is There a Difference?

While the terms "base layer" and "thermals" are often used interchangeably, there is a subtle distinction between the two. Thermals typically refer to base layers specifically designed for cold weather conditions, with insulating properties to keep you warm in low temperatures. On the other hand, a base layer can encompass a broader range of garments, including those designed for moisture-wicking purposes in warmer climates. In essence, all thermals are base layers, but not all base layers are thermals.

Base Layer vs. Mid Layer: Understanding the Layers

To fully understand the role of a base layer, it's essential to grasp its place within the layering system. The layering system consists of three main layers: base, mid, and outer. The base layer sits closest to your skin and provides insulation and moisture management, as mentioned earlier. The mid layer adds additional insulation and helps retain heat, while the outer layer, such as a jacket or shell, acts as a protective barrier against wind, rain, and snow. Each layer works together to create a versatile system that can be adjusted based on weather conditions and activity level.

Is a Base Layer Meant to Be Tight?

One common question about base layers is whether they should fit snugly against the skin. The answer is yes. A properly fitting base layer should have a close, athletic fit that allows for maximum moisture transfer and insulation. A snug fit helps the fabric maintain contact with your skin, optimizing its ability to wick moisture away and keep you warm. However, it's essential to strike a balance between snugness and comfort. A base layer that is too tight can restrict movement and cause discomfort, while one that is too loose may not effectively manage moisture or provide adequate insulation.

Exploring Base Layers in Pakistan:

In Pakistan, where outdoor enthusiasts face diverse climates ranging from the freezing peaks of the Himalayas to the balmy beaches of the Arabian Sea, base layers are essential gear for any adventure. Whether you're trekking in the northern mountains, cycling through the bustling streets of Lahore, or playing a friendly game of football in Karachi, having the right base layer can enhance your performance and enjoyment.

Types of Base Layers:

Base layers come in a variety of materials and styles to suit different activities and weather conditions. Some popular types include:

- Merino Wool Base Layers: Known for their natural warmth, breathability, and odor resistance, merino wool base layers are a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts. They provide excellent insulation and moisture management, making them ideal for cold weather activities.

- Synthetic Base Layers: Made from materials like polyester or nylon, synthetic base layers are lightweight, quick-drying, and durable. They excel at wicking moisture away from the skin and are often favored for high-intensity activities.

- Silk Base Layers: Silk base layers offer luxurious comfort and exceptional warmth without adding bulk. They are incredibly lightweight and soft against the skin, making them an excellent choice for layering under dress clothes or for mild weather conditions.

- Thermal Base Layers: Designed specifically for cold weather conditions, thermal base layers are thicker and more insulating than standard base layers. They provide extra warmth and are often used for activities like skiing, snowboarding, and winter hiking.

Choosing the Right Base Layer:

When selecting a base layer, consider factors such as activity level, weather conditions, and personal preferences. Look for materials that offer a good balance of insulation, moisture management, and comfort. Additionally, pay attention to fit and layering compatibility to ensure maximum performance and versatility.

Base Layer Price in Pakistan:

Base layer prices in Pakistan can vary depending on factors such as brand, material, and features. High-quality base layers from reputable outdoor brands may command a higher price, but they often offer superior performance and durability. However, there are also more affordable options available for those on a budget, making it possible to find a suitable base layer for any price range.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, base layers are an essential component of any outdoor enthusiast's wardrobe, providing insulation, moisture management, and comfort in a variety of weather conditions. Whether you're braving the cold in the mountains or staying active in the city, having the right base layer can enhance your performance and enjoyment. By understanding the role of base layers and choosing the right options for your needs, you can stay warm, dry, and comfortable on all your adventures, no matter where they take you.

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[merulanoir]

Life hack: if you don't like doing so much laundry I recommend just buying a few merino wool t-shirts and learning how to care for them. Then ditch your deodorant and switch to Nuud or some other anti-odorant.

The shirts tend to be expensive especially if you compare to cotton shirts, but they pay themselves back so well. Nuud you have to order, but one tube lasts me well over a month so again, think long-term here.

When your body doesn't smell, there's less need to wash your clothes. Wool is self-cleaning, so 9 times out of 10 it's enough to air it and maybe spot-clean any stains. The only time I've heard of someone managing to make their wool shirt truly Smell was when they were sailing from Finland to Portugal on a sailboat for like, a month.

This applies to other pieces of clothing as well, not only shirts. Underwear you obviously have to wash, but if you don't like the feeling of cotton briefs being clammy the second you sweat, it's worth it to look what else is out there.

#fibercraft #i love wool #it's truly the perfect material

[slowroadtosantiago]

Day 38 - Samos to Barbadelo

It was about a 12 mile day and mainly very pleasant walking.

We both had a good night’s sleep though are now debating whether the bites on my arms are from the midges when sitting by the river or from bedbugs as the Albergue had a duvet/quilt on the bed. I haven’t been bitten anywhere else but slept in my sleeping bag liner with my arms out.

Anyway, we had breakfast at the cafe next door before setting off about 7:40. The path followed the road for a mile or so alongside a very pretty river until we came across a bridge under some trees where the ground was covered in white fluff from the trees.

We crossed the main road and started on a 5 mile green byway which was incredibly pretty and again reminded us of home. Along one fence people had created crosses made from sticks.

A mile or so down the path someone had left out coffee, hot drinks and fruit for a donation, so we stopped for a drink along with some German youngsters.

The path continued through lush greenery, passing small hamlets on the way.

The path we had taken to and from Samos was a diversion from the main route and we joined back up in a village called Aguiada. On the map it indicated that there was a cafe there and we were gutted to find that it wasn’t open. No worries, there should be one in 700m we thought. Nope, that was closed too. Jane was somewhat miffed. In silence we trudged on towards Sarria. Eventually we came to a campsite and even though the cafe area wasn’t open we sat on their chairs for a rest and a snack from our backpacks.

In a bit we carried on towards Sarria, getting a glimpse of it through the trees. Sarria is the closest city to the 100km mark which is the minimum distance you need to get your Compostela, your certificate to say you have walked the Camino. As a consequence it is renown for being very busy and crowded with people just doing the shorter distance. It holds the record for the most albergues in one town!

As we arrived at the Sarria sign Rian popped up to walk in with us. We followed the Camino signs, crossing a river where the flowerbed on the banking read ‘Sarria 114km’.

We also passed a massive painting on the side of a building of Elias Valina. He was a priest who died in 1989 who was instrumental in reviving the Camino in the 20th century and designing and painting all the yellow arrows on the path.

The path took us up into the old town. We were quite disappointed with the place. I think that we were expecting it to be much more vibrant but perhaps it was the wrong time of day. We were all getting a bit peckish so stopped at a cafe for a drink and a sandwich.

We left Rian phoning a few albergues to see where there were beds available, and carried on out of town.

After initially climbing up, we then went down a steep road and across an ancient bridge, and then across a wooden bridge.

We started a climb up a very steep hill being very quickly overtaken by two youngsters blasting out music striding away into the distance. On the way we passed an interesting looking gnarled tree before coming out into open land where after a short while we found our Albergue.

I had a shower then gathered all my clothes together and the Albergue washed and dried them for 7 euros. Apart from my undies that’ll do me until I get home - merino wool t shirts just don’t smell!

We went for a drink then eventually a meal in the main building. Rian had found a bed here so she joined us too. Another chap whose name we have forgotten, but just call Essex man, is also staying here. We met him first in Molinaseca and our paths have crossed a few times.

After dinner we sat on some comfy chairs and had a simple conversation with a lady from Switzerland who had just started from Sarria. She only spoke a little English and my German was almost non existent but we got by with the help of Google translate.

So now we’re chilling in bed (my turn for a top bunk), with another shortish day tomorrow to Portomarin.

[inkandguns]

I’m still loving my vest from Duckworth. All made in the USA from Montana grown wool. They are nice to both their employees and sheep. Here’s a 25% off code. I’m going to try out their t shirts and base layers next.

http://rwrd.io/l0ycjjf?s

#gear

[elizabeanmemes]

Prep Lifestyle

Etiquette

Classic clothes only

Remember who you are and the family you’re from; conduct yourself properly at all times

Discretion is the better part of valor

Never complain, never explain

Thank you notes on stationery within 24 hr

Live within your means

Nothing showy/big logos 

Smile at everyone

Creators

Clare McLaughlin/Clare Sullivan

EmilyOandBows

Julesvlogs19 (TT)

Purapreppy (TT)

Whipplequincy

Mrs.sharty (TT)

Clothing Staples

Camel coat

Navy blazer with gold buttons

Black blazer

✅ Striped shirt

✅ Black long sleeve

✅ Jeans

Crisp white shirt

✅ Tan sweater

Trench coat

Black pencil skirt

✅ Black T shirt

✅ White T shirt

✅ Black shirt

Black sun hat

✅ Tan purse

✅ Black purse

Watch

✅ Pearl earrings

✅ Black heels

✅ Black boots

✅ Black wallet

Nude flats

Grey wool pants (Brooks, Talbots, Lafayette, Nordstrom house brand)

Black A-line dress

Cable-knit cashmere pullover

✅ Pearls

✅ Stud earrings

Polo dresses

Classic jewelry to pull the look together 

*Khakis (casual, have both long and cropped)

Khaki shorts

Jeans (casual)

Tees (casual)

*Polos (casual)

Turtlenecks (casual)

✅ Tretorns (casual)

Linen blazer (summer)

White pants (summer)

*Lilly shift dress (summer)

Nantucket red shorts (summer)

Jack Rogers sandals (summer)

Ferragamo pumps 

*Loafers (Belgian)

Tasteful, traditional flats

Madras shirt

Madras shorts

Madras blazer

Ribbon belt

Sweater tied around the neck

Hair ribbons

Ribbon headbands

Classic jewelry

Plain, classic hats (Polo player, Lacoste, Brooks Brothers)

OCBDs

✅ Dark wash fitted jeans

Brown loafers

Cardigans

J Crew Jeans

White and pink BB Polo Oxford shirts

Navy pants

White blouse with French cuffs

Sweater sets

Stubbs & Wooten needlepoint slippers

Hermes belt

Goyard bag

✅ Hunter rain boots

Down vest (navy, red, Hunter green)

Coordinating winter hat and gloves

✅ Bean boots

Fair Isle yoke sweater (O’Connell)

LL bean boat n tote bag (navy, red, or green with monogram)

Ray Ban Wayfarer or American Optical Saratoga sunglasses

Black turtleneck

Wrap dress

Tuckernuck Blue Stripe Willow Blouse

CB Jackets

Merino Wool Full Zip Jacket

Cartier Tank Watch

Oxford Evergreen Watch

LL Bean Field watch with grosgrain or madras band

Stubbs and Wooten slippers

Pastel button downs

✅ white tank

✅ navy tank

Short and long sleeve linen shirts (white, ecru)

Navy shorts

Khaki shorts

Tan espadrille

High nude heels

Low nude heels

Summer scarves

Pink cardigan

Lilly Pulitzer dresses

White classic sneakers

Sandals

Sunhat

Polos

White jeans

Pink or green Patagonia vest

Navy or brown Sperry’s

Jack Rogers

Braided belt

Pink seersucker

Shoes

*Sperry’s Topsiders

Tory Burch flats

Sam Edelman flats

Bass Weejuns

Clarks brand

Gucci brand

Belgian shoes

Frye boots

Sebago (higher quality alternative to Sperry’s)

Castañer espadrilles

Rancourt and Company loafers

Accessories

KJP belts

✅ Nantucket basket

Embroidered Bermuda bag

Tiffany By The Yard Diamond Stud earrings

Fine grain cognac medium leather bag

Longchamp bag (Le Pliage)

Navy monogrammed medium LL Bean zip up tote

Vermont Country Store purses

Dooney & Bourke bag

YSL clutch

Bermuda bag with changeable covers and mother of Pearl buttons 

Goyard handbags

Frances Valentine Wallet

Travelambo wallet

Patterns

Seersucker

Prints in general

Whale print

Anchor print

Palm tree print

Crab print

Lobster print

Nautical flag print

Nautical stripes

Colors

Bright!

Pink

Lime green

Yellow 

Kelly green

Navy

White

Tan

Black

Beige

Red

Farrow & Ball pink

Pastels

Clothing Brands

Ralph Lauren

Lilly Pulitzer

Brooks Brothers

Lacoste

Burberry

LL Bean

Vineyard Vines

J Crew

Andover Shop

J Press

Paul Stewart

Charles Tyrwhitt

Castaway

Cable Car Clothiers

Sid Mashburn

Land’s End

Lumina Clothing Company

Peter Millar

Ian Marko

Bonobos

Gant USA

Orvis

Jos A. Bank

Ted Baker

Pringle of Scotland

Vicomte Arthur

CK Bradley

Murray’s Togggery Shop

Patagonia

Tommy Hilfiger

Greg Norman

Barbour

Tucker Blair

Alden

Crockett and Jones

Kate Spade

Ella Vickers

Michael Kors

Ferragamo

Carolina Herrera

Stubs and Wootton

Thomas Pink

Talbots

Tod’s

Vintage Izod/Lacoste

Silk and Salt

Rowing Blazers

Mercer and Sons

Boden

Jane

CK Bradley

Ann Mashburn

Filson

Orvis

Le Chameau

Dubarry

Murray’s Toggery

Gretchen Scott

Aran Sweater Market

Blarney Woolen Mill

Cordings

Tuckernuck

Martin and Osa

Gucci [especially shoes]

Sperry’s Topsider [shoes]

Clarks [shoes]

Bass [shoes]

Tory Burch [flats]

Kiel James Patrick [belts]

Collared Greens [ties]

Alexander Olch [ties]

NOT Hollister, American Eagle, Abercrombie

Gloria Vanderbilt

More Brands

Club Monaco

Draper James dresses

JMclaughlin

Frances Valentine

Gretchen Scott

Jude Connally

Crown & Ivy

Elizabeth Wilson Designs

Sail to Sable

Sarah Campbell

Laura Ashley

St James (Breton stripe)

Gatorlily’s Resale Boutique

James Avery Jewelry

Rally House (College shirts)

Gone downhill: Ann Taylor, Talbots

Portland Leather Goods

Everlane Day Market Tote

Quince

Everlane

Outfit Ideas

Pleated skirt with sweater (Fair Isle, argyle, cashmere) and ballet slippers, boots (low heel or riding), or kitten heels w/ tights (try matte black tights); could add pearls

Try the pleated skirt look with grey cashmere sweater with white collar and cuffs, grey tights, and patent loafers (or regular grey sweater with funky tights)

Pleated skirt with blouse and black pumps

Pointy (leopard) pumps, jeans, slouchy cashmere sweater, pearls, perfect hair, minimal makeup

Pointy (leopard) pumps, high waisted jeans, chunky cropped camel cable knit

Pointy (leopard) pumps, high waisted jeans, black cashmere v neck, Hermes big silk scarf

Pointy (leopard) pumps, jeans, black cashmere turtleneck, gold cuff bracelet, gold chunky hoop earrings

Black turtleneck, black capri pants, ballet flats, blazer or Hermes shawl, Hermes belt

Thanksgiving: black turtleneck and tartan stole

Blue vintage Lilly dress, monogrammed gold necklace, Tretorns, Aigner sunglasses

Cars

**Range Rover

**Mercedes Station Wagon (esp with wood-type paneling)

Mercedes GLE

Mercedes GLS

*Subaru Wagon

Subaru Forester

**Volvo C70

*VW Rabbit

*Land Rover (*$$ to maintain, avoid the NEW Defender)

The Aviator

Land Cruiser

Items

Monogrammed tissue box cover

Red Stewart tartan shower curtain

Vern Yip soap dispenser

Monograms/engraving: tote bag, Oxford shirt, jewelry, money clip

ZDMHSH 100% Silk Scarf (green with floral pattern, Amazon)

MEISEE 21” Silk Scarf (green and pink, Amazon)

Rowing Blazers Black Sheep Scarf

Rowing Blazers Black Sheep Sweater

Gucci bangle bracelet

Black

Vacation Spots

Rhode Island: North Fork, Little Compton, Block Island, *Newport

Maine: Camden, Kennebunkport, *Freeport

MA: *The Cape, ***Martha’s Vineyard, *Nantucket

VA: Charlottesville, Georgetown

NC: Duck, Outer Banks

Bethany Beach, DE

FL: Coconut Grove, Key West, *Palm Beach, *Seaside, Boca Raton

The Greenbrier, WV

SC: Pawley’s Island, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, ***Charleston

GA: Sea Island, Savannah

*Hamptons, NY

Annapolis, MD

Grand Manan Island

**Muskoka

**Bermuda

Capri, Italy

Santorini

St. Kitts

Bastad, Sweden

St Moritz, Switzerland

Monaco

Cape

Harwich Antiques

Boston

Andover Shop

Bell in Hand Tavern

J Mclaughlin

Charles St

Tremont St

Fairbanks House

Sparks Steakhouse on E 46th St, get Roquefort cheese on top

Parker House Hotel

Hampshire House bar on Beacon St

No. 9 Park

Lobster from James Hook & Co

Wenham Tea House

Harvest

Franklin Cafe

Uni

Woodman’s

Bostonian Public House

The Chart House

Marliave

Dolce Vita

Yvonnes (dinner)

Oak Bar (drinks)

Four seasons (tea)

1928

The Langham

Caffe Vittoria

Green Dragon

Bond Bar at the Langham

Mike’s Pastry (best cannolis)

NYC

Peter Luger (lunch burger)

Katz Deli (cheesecake)

Juniors (cheesecake)

JG Melon (burgers, beer, pub fare. Bring cash)

Donohue’s (steak, seafood, cocktails)

Serendipity 3

The Smith

The Dead Rabbit (gastropub, great cocktails)

The Capital Grille

Uncle Mario’s

Joe Allen’s on 46th

Delmonicos

King Cole Bar

Keens

Pete’s tavern

Dead rabbit

Ping

Francois tavern

One if by land two if by sea

Baltzar

Elios

Uno

The Carlyle

St Ambrues

The Mark

Bear Bar

The Polo Bar

Claudette

Philippe

John’s on Bleeker

Pier Hotel on 5th and 61st

Gramercy Tavern

Fraunces Tavern

Rainbow Room

Delmonico’s

Raine’s Law Room (cocktails)

The Plaza (tea)

Bergdorf (tea)

Dorsia

Pasti’s

PJ Clark’s on Fifth

Ellen’s starlight diner

The Smith (tomato soup)

Salt + charcoal (steak, crab cakes)

William Vale Hotel and Westlight rooftop bar

Mcnally Jackson bookstore

Chez Josephine

Jack and Charlie’s No 118

Lola Taverna

Carbone

Bar Tulix

Malatesta

Trattoria del Arte (57th st/Avenue of the Americas)

Gallagher’s Steak House

PJ Clarkes

Odeon

Morandi

Chez Bonoit

Elio’s UES

Balthazar SoHo

Food/Recipes

Lobster

Ina Garten chocolate tart recipe

Fannie Farmer Mac n Cheese

Cheese plate

Shrimp cocktail

Alcohol

Pinot Noir

Piper-Heidsieck

Perrier-Jouet

Pimms

Pernod

Gin: Tangueray, *Hendricks, Bombay Sapphire Conniption in regular and Navy Strength for something unique (keep limes/lime juice and tonic water on hand!) - keep two brands on hand possibly since people have strong opinions

Cutty Sark Whiskey 

Macallan Scotch

Perfume

Jo Malone Peony and Blush Suede

**Chanel Chance

**Creed Spring Flowers

Clean Reserve Radiant Nectar

**Dolce & Gabana Light Blue

Gucci Bloom

*Jo Malone Wild Bluebell

**Chanel Coco Mademoiselle

Marc Jacobs Honey

Guerlain Mon Guerlain

Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet

Eau de Cartier (fall/winter)

Jeans/Pants

FRAME

PAIGE

Madewell

JCrew

Gloria Vanderbilt

Ralph Lauren

Banana Republic

Pearls

Chantilly

Monogram

Mark and Graham

Prep Obsessed

Shirts for Layering

Uniqlo t shirts

J Crew and J Crew factory tissue turtlenecks

J Crew Factory Artist Tee

LL Bean

Chadwicks

Headbands

Lele

JCrew

Chocolate

Wilbur Buds

Neuhaus

Lake Champlain

Gorant

Magazines

Victoria

Vintage Town and Country

Veranda

Yankee

Cape Cod Life

This Old House

Rhode Island Monthly

Country Living

The English Garden

The Field

Country Life (UK)

The Magazine Antiques

Preservation

Music

Teddy

Beach Boys

Billy Joel

Elton John

Chicago

Jefferson Airplane/Starship

The Dead

Neil Young

David Bowie

Rolling Stones

The Who

Talking Heads

Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes

Vampire Weekend

B52s

REM

Spandau Ballet

Paul Weiler (The Style Council)

Terry Hall and the Colourfield

The Pale Fountains

Nick Heyward and the Haircut 100

New Order

China Crisis

OMD

The Go Gos

Elvis

Bryan Ferry (Roxy Music)

Wilco

MGMT

Take Five by the Dave Brubeck Quartet

Chet Baker

Miles David

Frank Sinatra

Carolina Beach Music

Yacht rock

Movies

Anything Wes Anderson

The Graduate

Love Story

The Paper Chase

The Great Gatsby starring Mia Farrow

Philadelphia Story

Ordinary People

Igby Goes Down

Home Alone

The World According to Garp

Making the Grade

Trading Places

Cruel Intentions

House of Yes

Royal Tenenbaums

The Talented Mr. Ripley

High Society

Castle (Netflix)

Metropolitan

American Psycho

Dead Poets Society

Animal House

The Mona Lisa Smile

Brideshead Revisited

Caddyshack

Philadelphia Story

Sabrina

Emma

Pride and Prejudice

Heathers

Pretty in Pink

Less than Zero

A Separate Peace

Endless Love

Rushmore

Chinatown

Saint Elmo’s Fire

You’ve Got Mail

Something’s Gotta Give

Hanging Up

The Family Stone

In the Gloaming

The Game

Oxford Blues

Scent of a Woman

Anything John Hughes

Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Masquerade (Rob Lowe)

Reversal of Fortune

The Russia House

Good Fortune

Burn After Reading

Chariots of Fire

Thoroughbreds

The Good Shephard

American Werewolf in London

The Graduate

Sixteen Candles 

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

A Single Man

Angels in America

Anna Karenina

Annie Hall

Beatriz at Dinner

Cabaret

Call Me By Your Name

✅ Clueless

Downton Abbey, The Movie

Downton Abbey, A New Era

Father of the Bride movies

Good Will Hunting

Grey Gardens

Harvard Beats Yale 29-29

Jackie

✅ Legally Blonde

Little Women

Longtime Companion

Lulu’s Pearl Bracelet

Maurice

Pret a Porter

Romeo and Juliet (1996)

School Ties

Sense and Sensibility

Steel Magnolias

The American Ruling Class

The Breakfast Club

The Circle

The College Admissions Scandal: Operation Varsity Blues

The Devil Wears Prada

The Firm

The Last Days of Disco

The Lords of Discipline

The Preppie’s Movie List

The Remains of the Day

The Social Network

The Way We Were

Those People

Wall Street

With Honors

Wuthering Heights

Adventures in Babysitting

Cutlery

Paul Revere by Oneida

Style Icons

Audrey Hepburn

Grace Kelly

Catherine Zeta Jones

Elizabeth Taylor

Victoria Kensington

Dorothy Dandridge

Diahann Carroll

Dina Merrill

Caroline Bessette

CZ Guest

Cornelia Guest

Reese Witherspoon

Candice Bergen

Tory Burch

Katharine Hepburn

Kelly Rutherford

Fashion/Lifestyle Books

Rowing Blazers by Jack Carlson

The Ivy League by Daniel Capello

Hollywood and the Ivy Look

L.L. Bean: Guaranteed to Last

A Privileged Life

Preppy by Banks and La Chappelle

Seven Sisters Style

Ralph Lauren: The Man Behind the Mystique

True Style by Boyer

Take Ivy

Filthy Rich Handbook

True Prep

The Ivy Look

Tipsy in Madras

The WASP Mystique

The Yuppy Handbook

The Handbook of Style

Untold Friendships by Parsons

Who Killed Society by Amory

Black Ivy: A Revolt in Style

A Southern Belle Primer

New Times in the Old South

Why Scarlett is in Therapy

Tara’s Going Condo

Being Dead is No Excuse 

Miss Julia series

Take Ivy

Preppy by Jeffrey Banks

Stuff White People Like by Christian Lander

The Millionaire Next Door

Books

The Country House Library

The Secret History

Class by Paul Fussell

Boring Bourgeoisie by David Brooks

Taste by Stanley Tucci

In the Weeds by Tom Vitale

Our Country Friends by Gary Shteyngart

The Sentence by Louise Erdrich

Capote’s Women by Laurence Learner

Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead

Femlandia by Christina Dalcher

The Family by Naomi Krupitsky

Primates of Park Avenue by Wednesday Martin

The Last of the Southern Girls by Willie Morris

Gentlemen and Players by Joanne Harris

Franny and Zooey by JD Salinger

John Updike

The Heirs by Susan Rieger

Snobs by Julian Fellowes

The Palace Thief by Ethan Canin

Edith Wharton

This Side of Paradise by Fitzgerald

Revolutionary Road by Richard Yates

The Grass is Singing by Doris Lessing

The Spider’s House by Paul Bowles

John Cheever short stories

The Talented Mr. Ripley series by Patricia Highsmith

Prep by Curtis Sittenfeld

John Irving

The World According to Garp

The Hotel New Hampshire

The Cider House Rules

Our Town

People Like Us

The Country Club Murders by Julie Mulhern

The Two Mrs. Grenvilles by Dominick Dunne

Fates and Furies by Lauren Groffe

If We Were Villains by ML Rio

Drowning with Others by Linda Keke

Bunny by Mona Awad

White Fur by Jardine Libaire

All These Perfect Strangers by Elizabeth Klehfoth

Laura Child tea shop mysteries

Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey

The Last of the Savages by Jay Mcinerney

The Finishing School by Joanna Goodman

The Lawrenceville Stories

The Gold Coast by Nelson DeMille

Lake of Dead Languages

Love and Glory by Robert Parker

The Rule of Four by Thomason and Caldwell

Commencement by J Courtney Sullivan

Paper Palace

Good Company

Mary Stewart

Eric by Doris Lund

Black Chalk by Christopher Yates

The Ninth House

The Campus Trilogy by David Lodge

Circle of Friends by Maeve Binchy

The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen

Laurie Colwin

Pretty in Plaid by Jen Lancaster

Colony by Anne Rivers Siddons

Bright Lights, Big City

The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

The Swimmer by John Cheever

The Sisters by Babe Mortimer Paley

The Lives and Times of the Famous Cushing Sisters by David Grafton

Auchincloss

The Group by Mary McCarthy

A Separate Peace

Rebecca by Daphne DuMaurier

The Little Book of Hygge

The Secret Architecture of Our Nation’s Capitol

Our Kind of People by Lawrence Otis

Bonfire of the Vanities by Tom Wolfe

A Man in Full by Tom Wolfe

Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway

A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway

Ordinary People by Judith Guest

Gatherings by Marina Rust

Fitzgerald books

Franny and Zooey

✅ Catcher in the Rye

Love Story

The Alexandrian Quartet

Lord of the Rings

Shakespeare

Homer

Dickens

A Room with a View by EM Forster

To Manor Born, to Manners Bred

✅ Little Women

The Last Convertible

Elements of Style by Wendy Wasserstein

John O Hara books

Appointment in Samara

Butterfield 8

Rage to Live

John Irving

David Sedaris

Margaret Atwood

God and Man at Yale

Less than Zero by Bret Ellis

Brideshead Revisited

Colin Harrison books

Thorn Birds

Marjorie Morningstar by Herman Wouk

The Group by Mary McCarthy

The Best of Everything by Rona Jaffe

Edith Wharton

Bright Lights, Big City

Jane Eyre

The Last Convertible

Harlot’s Ghost

The Secret History

The Age of Innocence

A Separate Peace

War and Peace

Nine Stories by J.D. Salinger

South of Broad

The Remains of the Day

Prep by Sittenfiel

The Swimmer by John Cheever

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP by Lauren Lipton

The Big House by George Howe Colt

The Second Home by Christina Clancy

Colony

Monkeys by Susan Minot

The Vacationers

The Dutch House by Ann Patchett

Sports

Polo

Sailing

Fencing

Rowing

Lacrosse

Golf

Tennis

Swimming

Squash

Silver Patterns

Francis I (showy, opulent, wants a full-time career and a Junior League board position and a family), gets on well with MIL who prefers Grand Baroque or Burgundy

Linens

Frontgate

Stationery

Cranes

Mrs. John L Strong

Palm Beach Papery (more affordable)

Augusta Joy Stationery

Makeup

Chanel Rouge Coco Gloss, 754

MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo

Revlon Lipstick in Cherries in the Snow

Candy/Desserts

Guylian

Harbor Sweets

Butler’s

Charbonnel et Walker

See’s

Burdicks

Truffles

Nail Polish

OPI All Your Dreams in Vending Machines

OPI Bubble Bath

Essie Ballet Slipper

Essie Ladylike

OPI Big Apple Red

OPI Cajun Shrimp

OPI Funny Bunny

OPI Thrill or Brazil

OPI Not Really a Waitress

Cocktail Dresses

J Peterman

Adrianna Papell

BHLDN

Ralph Lauren

Bloomingdale’s

Neiman Marcus

Podcasts

In Plain Sight

99% Invisible

Radio lab

My dad wrote a porno

Cocaine and rhinestones

S town

This American life

Revisionist history with Malcolm Gladwell

WTF with Marc Maron

How I Built This

This Podcast will Kill You

Last Seen

Apartment

Fiesta ware

Hadley pottery

Lodge cast iron

Nordic ware

Rifle paper co rugs

[bikeit]

Packing: Van-Supported + Hotel Tour

(part 3 of 5) I'm gradually going through past trip notebooks and jotting down all my packing lists down in one place. I'm writing out my packing list for an upcoming trip now so I figured I might as well copy and paste it onto the blog as well...

In 2022 I went on a multi-week vehicle-supported stay-in-hotels tour: a ~1200 mile ride through Vietnam and Cambodia with TdA Global Cycling. Typically for this type of trip there’s a support van that transports one large duffel bag to the next night’s hotel for you, freeing you to just carry daily essentials on the bike.

The extra capacity combined with our more remote travel including gravel/dirt roads led me to pack heavier. My packing list for this type, climate, and length of trip (retroactively revised based on what I wished I’d had, or brought but didn’t use):

Clothes:

In general, I packed enough clothes to do laundry every six days (this bike tour was organized so we’d ride at most five full days in a row between days off), plus overnight hotel-room-sink laundry for crucial fast-drying items, and wool Ts I can wear multiple days.

Bike clothes:

(3-4x) padded bike shorts [two pairs is enough if washing in the sink each night, but when it’s raining or there isn’t an easy place to hang it to dry it’s nice to be able to take a day off laundry]

(6x) socks

(2x) shorts with pockets (“mountain bike style”) to wear over padded shorts, also fine to walk around town in

(2x) light merino wool t-shirts to both bike and walk around in

(1x) synthetic souvenir jersey from some past trip (conversation starter!)

mesh t-shirt to bike in on the hottest days (there isn't much I find comfortable to bike in on 90-100F sunny + humid days, but the AeroTech Delta Cooling T-shirt was pretty good)

lightweight cycle cap

bandana (can soak in water to cool down on the hottest days)

sun sleeves

arm warmers, leg warmers, leg sun shields [never needed, omit in this climate]

fingerless gloves

[tbd future] full finger waterproof gloves– there was one cold and rainy day at elevation they would have been appreciated

general-purpose bike-and-walk shoes

backup pair of shoes (in case first get wet and don’t dry by the next day)-- this only came up twice after very rainy days, but I was glad to have them. I save an ancient worn-out pair of shoes just for this.

flip-flops / crocs

[tbd future] hiking shoes with better arch support, or insoles [would be bulky, but on one many-hour hike on a rest day I was wishing I had these]

[tbd future] bike helmet brim (e.g. Da Brim) [wished I had more of a helmet visor some days, and this was great on the past Utah MTB dirt tour – on the other hands, it also catches the wind if biking faster]

[tbd future] hi-vis biking vest, especially for days with some dark road tunnels

Other Clothes:

gym shorts to change into after ride

(2x) long pants (one lpermethrin treated since I was in a malaria zone)

(3x) light t-shirts

(2x) long sleeve button up shirt (one quick-dry hiking style, one ‘dressy’)

bathing suit

brimmed hat

light pack towel in case of roadside swimming holes [didn’t end up carrying daily or using, may omit]

Wet Weather Gear

hi-vis yellow rain coat

[tbd future] loose rain poncho for rain in hot + humid weather, instead

rain pants and shoe covers [ineffective and sweaty after hours of riding, getting wet in a warm climate is OK, omitting]

Documents + Paper:

photocopies of passport ID page, visas, vaccination cards, travel insurance in a ziploc bag (I carry copies on me, leave originals in hotel bag)

high-level maps for the regions I’m going through

pocket phrase guide or one-page printout of common phrases and menu items

local travel guide

books / kindle

notebooks and pens

Medical + Hygiene

toiletries kit

on-bike travel medkit (including moleskin pads, ibuprofen, immodium)

antimalarials

antibiotic prescription

a few rapid Covid tests

masks

dry soap sheets

toilet paper + wet wipes in a ziploc bag

(2x) sunscreen

(2x) chamois cream

DEET

Basic Bike Tools

As per my standard “on the bike” list:

travel pump

patch kit

spare tube

tire levers

multitool including chain break and master link

grease-cutting hand wipes

More Bicycle Spare Parts and Tools

Since we’d be out in rural areas without easy access to bike shops, I packed additional parts in my hotel bag, as on a supported tour there was an emergency vehicle in case of a major breakdown):

(2x) spare tires (I did end up using one of them, when one tire accumulated multiple larger punctures)

(5x) spare tubes (managed to use 3 plus some patches on a month-long tour with moderately rough roads)

bicycle lube (Boeshield T-9 or other), double-bagged in two ziplocs in case of leak (the bottle did leak once-- I'm glad I bagged it)

rag for chain

(2x) spare brake cables and housings

(2x) spare shift cables and housings

(2x pairs) brake pads

(1x) spare set of pedals (likely unnecessary, omit next time)

(4x) spare spokes (the right length for the front wheel and drive and non-drive sides of the rear wheel– I had to chat with the original bike manufacturer to double-check these)

8mm allen L-key (stiffer than multitool, for pedals / seat during bike unpacking)

spare chain and master link

extra moist towelettes

zip ties

duct tape

Food 

This kind of supported tour generally offers a midday lunch / snack popup by the side of the road, and periodic towns where we could buy snacks, but I packed about one snack for every two days just to have some familiar options (peanut butter and dried pineapple) as well as some hydration salts.

Electronics:

(2x) outlet adapters

(2x) USB chargers

cables

small USB battery pack (enough to charge everything for one night-- occasionally a hotel didn't have enough working plugs)

bike computer / GPS

backup distance-only bike computer [didn't use, the phone is already my backup for my GPS, omit]

bright daylight-visible taillight (I like the Cygolite Hotshot Pro series)

bike headling

headlamp [somewhat redundant with headlight and phone, may omit]

waterproof camera [nice for taking photos on rainy days while keeping phone tucked away in a plastic bag, but may omit next time]

[tbd future] ipad or tiny laptop, if part of a longer trip where I may want to do some work or writing

Bags:

duffel bag (I've been happy with my 100L Patagonia Black Hole)

hip pack (for extra water (Evoc Hip Pack Pro = 1.5L), snacks, toiletries on bike [may omit now that I have a small frame bag]

day pack for hikes (don't need both this and hip pack)

single pannier for carrying clothing on rainy or cold days (usually not needed) or if going on a DIY side trip -- omit on next trip to simplify and allow me to remove bike rear rack as well

stem bag (for sunglasses, sunscreen, extra water)

top tube bag (snacks)

Other Misc

backup pair of glasses

glasses wipes

sunglasses

[tbd future] clothesline for hotel room / balcony: paracord + binder clips + two carabiners

[tbd future] ultralight sleeping bag liner (for a niche problem: there were a few days when it was too hot to sleep under a comforter, but the hotel didn’t provide a top sheet, and bugs or aggressive breeze from the hotel fan on my skin were distracting when trying to sleep, maybe this would help)

Weight:

Not counting the bike and helmet or the clothes I wore onto the plane, the original version of this packlist came to about 48lbs (22 kg) in the duffel bag. Once I was riding with some of it on the bike (hip pack, bike bags, tools, snack bars, and so on), the duffel that was transferred between hotels weighed about 40lbs (18kg).

The revised version of this packlist for a future trip (removing the strikeout items and adding most of the "tbd future" items) also came to about 48 lbs as checked on the plane total including the bike bags, or about 43 lbs / 19.5 kg once some items were carried on the bike. Not quite at my goal of 18kg but close... I could pack lighter and with fewer separate sub-bags, but I like being organized and bringing a few new pieces of clothing/gear to try each trip.

#gear #packing #packlist