Keith’s RTW Packing List
Over the years as I’ve traveled the world and backpacked the Rocky Mountains, I’ve slowly been improving the quality and decreasing the weight of the things I carry with me. Many before me have spent a lot of time sharing their own experiences. In a minor effort to give back, I’ve detailed the gear that I am taking on my trip and have created a checklist for the aspiring Round the World traveler. This will also serve as my own reference for future trips. 
This is a living list, and will change as I go. Obviously starting my trip in the summer in Japan and Southeast Asia has allowed me to pack lighter than I would if I was traveling to Europe in the winter. I’ve also decided to leave the majority of camping gear at home such as a sleeping bag, tarp and stove. My hope is that I will be able to rent or purchase them when I’m in a region where I really expect to be sleeping outside. The grand total of my pack falls between 20-25 pounds based on what I’m wearing and how much food/water/books I am carrying.I’d appreciate any suggestions or feedback from your own experience!
Clothing (Wearing):
| Wicking T-shirt | Sugoi Basic T | 4.9 |
| Polo Shirt | REI Mojave Polo | 7.9 |
| Trekking Pants | North Face Autumn Trekker | 11.4 |
| Boxers | EXOfficio | 2.6 |
| Socks | Backcountry Cocona | 1.2 |
| Trekking Shoes | North Face Vindicator + Superfeet | 34 |
| Hat | North Face Hat | 2.1 |
| Watch | Timex Expedition | .9 |
| Total: | 65.0 ounces |
In the Pack:
Clothing:
| Long Sleeve Shirt | REI Mojave Tech | 8.8 |
| Quick Dry Shorts | Sherpa Adventure | 11.4 |
| Jeans | Guess | 20.6 |
| Cotton T | Gap | 6.0 |
| Quick Dry T | Champion C9 | 4.1 |
| Boxers (2) | EXOfficio | 5.2 |
| Wool Socks | Smartwool PhD | 3.0 |
| Wicking Socks | Backcountry Cocona | 1.2 |
| Swimsuit | Nike | 4.7 |
| Rain Jacket | Marmot Precip | 11.7 |
| Wind / Fleece Jacket | Marmot DriClime | 9.6 |
| Flip Flops | North Face Base Camp | 15.2 |
| Bandana | .8 | |
| Total: | 102.3 ounces |
Packs and Cases:
| Travel Pack | Osprey Stratos 40 | 50 |
| Pack Cover | Equinox Ultralite | 2.5 |
| Security | PacSafe 85 | 18.7 |
| Draw-String Day Pack | Adidas | 2.8 |
| Waterproof Stuff sacks (4) | AlokSak | 1.8 |
| Zip-Locks/Garbage bags/Stuff Sacks | 3 | |
| Camera case | LowePro Ridge 10 | 2.7 |
| Laptop Case | Neoprene Sleeve | 3.1 |
| Total: | 84.6 ounces |
Electronics:
| Laptop | Samsung NC10 | 58.5 |
| MP3 Player | iPod Touch | 4.4 |
| GPS | Geko 301 | 3.3 |
| Camera | Canon SD780is | 4.4 |
| USB Thumb Drive | 1 | |
| USB Wires/Chargers | 9.2 | |
| Total: | 80.8 ounces |
Travel Gear:
| Sunglasses | Rudy Project Zyon | 1.4 |
| Sunglass Case | 2.7 | |
| Headlamp | Petzel Tikka Plus | 2.7 |
| Water Bladder | Platypus Big Zip 2L | 5.7 |
| Binoculars | Burton Scope | 2.3 |
| Quick-Dry Towel | Sea to Summit DryLite | 5.6 |
| Silk Sleep Sheet | Sea to Summit Liner | 5.7 |
| Master Lock | 2 | |
| First Aid / Repair | 6.3 | |
| Toiletries/Rx’s | 23 | |
| Snacks | Cliffbars/EmergenC | 13 |
| Travel Documents | 5.4 | |
| Total | 75.8 ounces |
References:
Marc’s RTW Packing ListPacking List - TravellerspointMantra of a Minimalist50 Greatest Travel Gadgets of 2008Another 26 Travel Gadgets Every Geek Needs