Thread: Packing (clothes) for travels

I think we may need a floordrobe organiser....

Take one of the heavier supermarket bags to put your used clothing in when you change so its not mixed with the fresh stuff.

Pack in groups suitable for a clothing change - eg undies (if you wear them) , shirt & socks in each packing lot.

You probably don't need a full change every day (takes cover) - and most people pack more than is needed. If you're short you can always buy another $4 T-shirt and $12 stubbies at a colesworths.

Don't put your wet towel in your bag and keep your toothbrush/paste handy.

plastic bags, lots of them ziplock bags for fresh sets of cloths (fold neatly compress and then seal) and normal coles bags for dirty stuff.

microfiber towels instead of full sized ones.

The trick is to pack appropriately.

if its hot you need a change per day but they're usually light cloths so thats not a problem

if its cold you need a set of unders for each day, a set of cloths every 2-3 days and jackets/overs.

if you have to have thermals you need to get them dry daily or you need a set per day.

more than 6 days and you need to be able to wash/replen or carry lots.

On long trips with our camper trailer we pack our clothes in transparent nylon Big W storage boxes which fit into a custom made rear set of shelving in the D2..
One big box each for light clothes and underwear.
One for heavy stuff.( dominated by SWMBO need for layering) , on floor with rear seat out.
One for shoes.( dominated by SWMBO need for multiple )on floor with rear seat out
You can see what is where and different coloured lids say which box is which. They seal dust out with the lid and you can see stuff like dork lights and iphone chargers in the corners.
Regards Philip A

Travelling internationally for work a bit, a few of my tips:

I have a few different size cases, that helps me limit packing to a manageable amount. The largest, a big semi rigid duffel bag will allow me to pack a week's clothes which will sustain me indefinitely.
Pack appropriate to your activities, I'm lucky, being technical I can mostly get away with polo shirts and jeans for work wear.
Undies and socks for number of days plus one
Be prepared to buy bulky clothes on site if possible, it's easier to buy a weather appropriate coat going to the US in winter than it is to buy one here before you leave.
I have a large waterproof duffel bag that packs flat and lets me bring home much more than I leave with. ( My crowning achievement is bringing a chainsaw home in my luggage)
Borrow a few good quality laundry bags from hotels you visit, they make an excellent place to put your dirty clothes in to keep them separate.

Regards,
Tote

Originally Posted by Tote

Travelling internationally for work a bit, a few of my tips:

I have a few different size cases, that helps me limit packing to a manageable amount. The largest, a big semi rigid duffel bag will allow me to pack a week's clothes which will sustain me indefinitely.
Pack appropriate to your activities, I'm lucky, being technical I can mostly get away with polo shirts and jeans for work wear.
Undies and socks for number of days plus one
Be prepared to buy bulky clothes on site if possible, it's easier to buy a weather appropriate coat going to the US in winter than it is to buy one here before you leave.
I have a large waterproof duffel bag that packs flat and lets me bring home much more than I leave with. ( My crowning achievement is bringing a chainsaw home in my luggage)
Borrow a few good quality laundry bags from hotels you visit, they make an excellent place to put your dirty clothes in to keep them separate.

Regards,
Tote

I like your style, I'll raise you a nudge bar for a D2, a set of discs and a full set of hub bearings and swivel housings for the series brought back as checked luggage