#252637 - 11/01/12 07:29 PM
Re: Business travel preps?
[Re: Doug_Ritter]
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Registered: 04/16/03
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Various Multi-use pens :-) I see what you did there! Spare Drivers License (just report lost/stolen and get a replacement, keep old one) Smooth move, great idea; gotta do that.
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#252664 - 11/02/12 01:41 AM
Re: Business travel preps?
[Re: LaLine]
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Stranger
Registered: 04/15/07
Posts: 24
Loc: Utah
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Loved all your replies. You're giving me some great ideas, especially the EMT shears. I did a quick inventory of what I brought with me and realized I was more prepared than I initially thought. Most of what I list here comes from ideas I've slowly been incorporating while lurking here in the past, so you can consider yourselves great teachers. What I have on me: In pockets: Fenix E05, Fox 40 whistle, Leatherman Micra (moved from checked luggage), wallet, room key. In bookbag: a water bottle, lumbar pillow, lightweight sweatshirt, granola bar and sunflower seeds, notepad, conference handouts, Galaxy Note Tab, power cords for tablet and phone (Motorola Droid Razr), Eneloop battery charger for charging my phone if I can't find a plug, compact umbrella, bandana, Buff, writing utensils, comb, prescription medication, very small FAK. For this conference I could get away with wearing business casual slacks and I just bought new Doc Martins. More practical for evacuating than heels and a skirt. (And more my style.) Just wish I'd had time to break in my shoes beforehand. What I wish I had in my bookbag right now: Heavier sweatshirt/sweater Favorite multitool (Leatherman Wave) Extra pair of contacts or my glasses Extra pair Thorlos hiking socks Poncho or garbage bag I know there are other things to consider and I'll be rethinking how I pack and making some changes based on your suggestions for my next conference. I'm very glad the toxic train derailment didn't force me to learn the hard way, but it sure got me thinking about other possibilities. Will be looking at more preparation for next time in regards to learning about the geography and climate of my destination, including locations of important buildings. Thanks!
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#252722 - 11/02/12 09:15 PM
Re: Business travel preps?
[Re: LaLine]
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Registered: 02/02/03
Posts: 647
Loc: North Texas
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Medical- first aid kit, identification Shelter- rain gear Fire- lighter, matches Hydration- bottle of water, straw, water treatment method Communication- cell phone, whistle, pencil/paper Navigation- compass, gps (smart phone), headlamp Nutrition- extra food Insulation- jacket, hat, leather gloves Sun Protection- use clothing to cover up Tools- swiss army knife, p38, money, walking shoes
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#252753 - 11/03/12 03:36 AM
Re: Business travel preps?
[Re: LaLine]
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Carpal Tunnel
Registered: 03/11/05
Posts: 2574
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I like 3-4 ways to keep my phone charged.
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#252926 - 11/06/12 01:26 AM
Re: Business travel preps?
[Re: TeacherRO]
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Registered: 12/25/03
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Loc: Jupiter, FL
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I like 3-4 ways to keep my phone charged. Speaking of keeping your phone charged and multi-use devices, I've carried one of these 12v batteries for years. Add the cigarette lighter plug charger of your choice and you can charge anything you want. Many times. Its sealed lead acid which is specifically authorized for carry-on in the TSA rules. Getting to the multi-use facet, its quite heavy for its size and has a nice long shoulder carry strap. Plan ahead if you intend to carry it on as almost every TSA agent feels compelled to swipe this thing and run it though their fancy explosives detector, but it passes every time.
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#252956 - 11/06/12 12:28 PM
Re: Business travel preps?
[Re: jshannon]
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Registered: 05/05/07
Posts: 3601
Loc: Ontario, Canada
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Medical- first aid kit, identification Shelter- rain gear Fire- lighter, matches Hydration- bottle of water, straw, water treatment method Communication- cell phone, whistle, pencil/paper Navigation- compass, gps (smart phone), headlamp Nutrition- extra food Insulation- jacket, hat, leather gloves Sun Protection- use clothing to cover up Tools- swiss army knife, p38, money, walking shoes
I like to think of these things in terms of categories, before the specific gear. This is a great breakdown of categories of equipment to consider. For the stuck in an airport/train station/hotel scenario, I'd add the categories of Light and Hygiene, probably at a higher priority than fire. Comfort might also be a category to consider. (i.e. pillow, ear plugs, etc.) On the subject of Navigation, having contact info and maps for the local area you'll be traveling to is a good idea. Which reminds me - cash is king. Shelter, food, navigation, water, communications.... they can all be enhanced by cash most of time. I also always try to have an extra change of climate appropriate clothes.
Edited by bacpacjac (11/06/12 12:30 PM)
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#252988 - 11/06/12 11:32 PM
Re: Business travel preps?
[Re: LaLine]
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Pooh-Bah
Registered: 07/11/10
Posts: 1680
Loc: New Port Richey, Fla
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Doug Ritter...you mentioned the Sidewinder...how does it hold up?..... is there an all metal version, especially the crank arm?
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