It's not super budget (I think the smallest one is about $20), but I always carry a maxpedition pouch with me. Maxpedition is pretty big in the "EDC" community, but for some reason, I haven't seen them mentioned much in the travel/pack community - - they do have a military vibe, but they're super durable, and all of the organization makes them pretty flexible
Ziplock sandwich baggies. I use it for different currencies, jewelry, pens, charging cables, makeups........not to mention food storage to take leftover back to my lodging or to bag sliced apples on board a flight as snack. I always put half a dozen in my luggage in case.
Ziploc bags rule! 😁 My Chico bag is probably the oldest travel accessory I own. I've carried it around with me since day one. We all need a bag to use sooner or later. I only wear those Casio el-cheapo watches since pickpocketers don't want them. I have the analog ones with the large white background. I just change the batteries every 2 years or so. Thanks you Nathan for this video. I love travel accessories 😊
Yes, Global Adventurer! We're glad you're digging the travel accessories as much as we are. It's awesome to hear that the Casio watch is working well for you too. Stay tuned for more content like this! - Nathan
Hey Global Adventurer! We'd love to reach out to you, let us know if there's an email address we can contact you on or send me an email to rebecca@packhacker.com 😊 - Rebecca
- Repurposed newspaper plastic overbags to pack shoes into. Free, perfect size. - Reused SmartWater water bottle (the one with the "Sport Cap"). Free with the purchase of water. Best bottle drinking spout ever designed, very lightweight, convenient and secure. Not a tragedy if it gets left behind. PET plastic is at least as healthy as stainless steel. - Clothesline made from 'bank line' or p[olyester cord (not paracord - that's too stretchy) and bread bag clips for clothes pins. File down the little hooks on the clips a bit with a nail file to prevent snagging clothes. - $3 microfiber sweat headband. Dual-use as a sweatband and perfect as eye shades. Keeps headphones in place when worn over ears. - Nutmilk bag. $3. Nylon mesh not cotton. Make various quantities of cold brew coffee in variously shaped containers. Also usable to make pour-over, and brew loose leaf tea. Can strain pasta an makes a decent splatter cover for microwaves. You can make nut milk in it too. Makes a good ditty bag to store the micro kitchen items and/or snacks in. - Kikkerland UL03-A Universal Travel Adapter. $10. Universal compatibility, mocular, extremely compact. - Frog Tape painter's tape. Good for adhering things without causing damage. Like hanging toiletry bags without a place to use a hook, attaching electrical adapters in loose sockets, taping long cords against the wall, hanging large maps while planning etc. - Vacuum sealer bags. Things can be sealed in them of course, but because they can be custom-sized it's possible to make things like exact-fit passport waterproof cases and pouches to fit toiletries. Lightweight, waterproof, clear and very strong. -Talenti ice cream jar repurposed as travel mug/food bowl/food container. Free with ice cream. Mine is tricked out with a DIY Refelectix heat cover and cord handles. Doubles a waterproof/crushproof storage container. -Handi-Wipes nonwoven reusable cloth. One to clean me and one to clean other stuff. Very lightweight, strong and dries in a flash. - 40 inch "cooling" towel. $5. Does not cool but absorbs sweat well and dries quickly. I wear it as a cravat and like it better than a buff, with which I use it in conjunction. Wish I could find a nice scarf this size in light Merino wool. -Repurposed dry cleaner bags used to roll clothes into to reduce wrinkles. If your entire travel wardrobe consists of 2 wool t-shirts and a pair of jeans you probably don't care though. But one day you might look in the mirror and decide it's time to occasionally dress like an adult while traveling. So keep this tip in mind. Jeez I could go on. And on. Been doing this awhile, longer probably than most of the Pack Hacker staff has been alive. Happy to share.
My 2 cents on this. Quechua waistpouch (40g) is a winner, as long as you only carry necessary items. For me, that's my phone, wallet, clip-on sunglasses, and maybe a small powerbank and charging cable. But I highly recommend the packable Quechua 15L sling bag (125g) over the packable 10L backpack because the sling bag has 2 water bottle mesh pockets, the strap is much wider and won't eat into your shoulder, has larger capacity for a wee bit more weight. Otherwise, the Quechua Arpenaz 20L (325g) is a far better backpack if you don't mind the weight. To prevent damage to these packable bags, I pasted gorilla tape on the bottom inner seams to keep the fabric and stitching together. Taping the outer seams is optional because it will ruin the look. Do watch where you're going to avoid getting the fabric pierced or torn. And if they do get damaged, you can patch it up with tape meant for inflatables, or temporarily with clear OPP tape. I also hosed my bags down with water repellent spray for some added waterproofing, at least long enough to get into a rain jacket without worrying about my stuff getting soaked. Everything else can be packed into ziploc bags. They are far lighter, already waterproof, and ridiculously easy to replace. All my money, cards, and passport are in ziploc bags, and they are in the zipped compartment inside of the Quechua waistpouch. Coins and small items go into the packable cover, which now becomes a tiny pouch, inside of the waistpouch. And yes, clothes, electronics, laundry, toiletries, etc can all be packed into ziploc bags. They will lose their airtight seal due to small punctures here and there, but if you're packing your stuff down into your main backpack tightly anyway, they won't bloat up by very much, nor will they lose their waterproofing capabilities as long as you're not dunking your backpack underwater. You will eventually get used to the ziploc bags looking crinkly from all the folding and fuzzy from all the rubbing contact, but still use them until they are truly torn up.
Hey JAMIN DAVID Seah - thanks for sharing your experience with the community, it sounds like you have a solid system going on here. We're digging the use of tape to help make your pack more durable and for repairs. We're big fans of the Gear Aid Tenacious Tape packhacker.com/travel-gear/gear-aid/tenacious-tape/ as it comes in handy, especially for those less durable puffer jackets. And, we hear you when it comes to Ziploc bags, they're super versatile and a big hit among the rest of our community too. Finding an item that can do multiple things and solve many different issues is a great product to take on the road with you, especially for one bag travel. Happy travels! - Rebecca
I LOVE these Ikea Knallbåge accesory bags! The large one is perfect for my Kindle; the medium one is great for chargers, powerbank, cables; and the small one is a nice pen case. Thank you for this recommendation.
We're glad you're digging the Ziploc bags too, Chris! Using them for maps and tablets is an awesome travel tip and a great way to keep your valuables dry. Thanks for sharing! 😊👍 - Rebecca
My newest, and most favorite travel accessory is a small hand held fan. Amazon, $10. USB rechargeable. Its amazing for cooling you down after you just ran through an airport, or if the train/bus doesn't have AC.
That sounds like a great accessory, Rainah! Especially for those long travel days like you mentioned, it can really come in handy. Thanks for sharing this with the community! 😊 - Rebecca
What a great idea. You can also get ones without a battery (assuming you already travel with a battery pack/power bank). As a sweaty traveller this sounds right up my alley, though I might feel a bit self-conscious using it in a train/bus
@@MrJed_s I thought I would be self conscious as well, but when you are sitting in a sweltering train, you won't care - TRUST me. Actually I used it in an airport lounge as well that was really warm and had several people comment that they were jealous. The one I bought is really thin and quiet and you can use it discreetly too. Now my husband wants one for our next trip. LOL
You should incorporate an oval rubber squeeze coin holder. They're like $5 bucks, and they keep your coins organized better than any pocket. It came in handy when my sling was piling up with Euro coins, which really started to annoying me.
That's a great tip, Evan! Keeping those coins together will definitely help keep your sling or backpack more organized. Thanks for sharing! 👍 - Rebecca
Nice channel. Accidentally watched a few, and I have now subscribed! I love that you get to try all the items so I dont have to spend the money before hand. 👍
This is the video I've been waiting for. Just purchased the Amazon basics wallet and the card sized phone holder. You got yourself a hard subscribe. (Y)
Hey Danny - that's awesome to hear! We're glad you're digging the content. Let us know how you get on with the AmazonBasics Passport Wallet and Nite Ize QuikStand, we'd love to hear if they work for you. 😊🙌 - Rebecca
I use a big ziplock bag at home to store my tight in my draw to protect for snagging when closing the draw. Ziplocks are a so useful and whist not as environmentally friendly if you reuse them over and over I don’t think they are a bad idea, particularly for working out what size pouches you use so you don’t buy stuff that isn’t useful.
I can testify for the muji comb here. It survived near daily use for over three years for me now, and this included some unfortunate malicious episodes by my three-year-old cousin. It’s definitely worth it.
Thanks for doing this video. It's nice to see all those amazing travel accessories, but costs a lot. Great to see there are amazing budget options. Have to go get that s clip from Muji now, a great find!
You got it, Yukarin! We're glad to hear that you're digging the video. Let us know how you get on with the Muji S-Shape Travel Hook, we'd love to hear how it works for you! 😊🙌 - Rebecca
The watch is excellent for the price but water resistance is quite weak. I go g-shock but Casio has many watches below $50 that can take a splash in the shower or even be safe if you go swimming.
I’ve taken the Casio watch they described swimming and in the shower/bath thousands of times and it’s still fine. As long as you aren’t diving with it is holds up surprisingly well
Hey! We currently have no plans to create a premium list of travel accessories, but we do have a list of some of our highest-rated travel accessories here czcams.com/video/kdEUuxfr1QM/video.html 😊 - Rebecca
Hey Anaclara - we recommend checking out our Earth Friendly Sustainable Packing List packhacker.com/packing-list/earth-friendly-sustainable-packing-list/ which is full of ethical, sustainable, and zero-waste products. 😊🌎 - Rebecca
I have the Nite Ize Quicksand originally purchased for the reason discribed here however I wasn't to found of the plastic hinges I was able to find a no brand phone stand with heavier plastic construction and metal hinge sadly it won't fold to fit a wallet but is still super lightweight.
Hey Ron - thanks for sharing your experience with us. So far we haven't had any issues with the hinges on the Nite Ize QuickStand, but we're glad that you've found another product that works for you! 👍 - Rebecca
When you show the phone image, at the watch part.. I am totally checking the date this was uploaded. I mean it's look like iPhone ? An older one like 3g?
Hey anan - this is the Nokia 1 Android Smartphone packhacker.com/travel-gear/nokia/1-android-smartphone/ and it's one of the most affordable Android phones on the market, which is why it made it onto our Budget Packing List here packhacker.com/packing-list/budget/ - hope this helps! 😊 - Rebecca
Hey bookworm9200 - from our experience, a sewing kit is allowed in your carry-on and checked luggage, however, TSA does state that acceptance (with any items) is up to the security personnel. Therefore, your mileage may vary. We also recommend checking out the guidelines for the different airlines, airports, and regulations for the countries you're visiting too. Hope this helps! 👍 - Rebecca
I know it's probably not an essential piece of gear, especially for light packers. But my neck kinda sucks, and I'm tempted to get a good travel/neck pillow that doesn't take up too much space. Any suggestions?
Hey Michael - we're always looking for new products that optimize your travel experience, so we'll keep an eye out for some travel neck pillows to test out. So far, we've only tested out the Trtl Travel Pillow packhacker.com/travel-gear/trtl/travel-pillow/ but you can also check out our initial thoughts on the OSTRICHPILLOW Go Travel Pillow packhacker.com/travel-gear/ostrichpillow/go-travel-pillow/ and the OSTRICHPILLOW Light Travel Pillow packhacker.com/travel-gear/ostrichpillow/light-travel-pillow/ 😊👍 - Rebecca
I also just bought the Nite Ize phone stand off the back of this video and pretty likely to go for the light weight bag and slign also... Great video thanks...
That's awesome! We've been using the Nite Ize QuickStand packhacker.com/travel-gear/nite-ize/quikstand-mobile-device-stand/ for a few years now during our travels and it's still holding up well. Let us know if you decide to pick up the Quechua Backpack and Waist Pack, we'd love to hear if they work for you! 👍 - Rebecca
I'm kind of interested in the business model of pack hacker. Do your authors work part time for you guys? If so, I'd be interested to learn about what other work they do while traveling, and how they manage stuff like meetings while on the go (do you guys spend a lot of time communicating via slack). Maybe not fun video ideas like learning about awesome backpacks, but I'd definitely be interested.
Hey Zane! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us, we currently have an awesome multi-skilled team which you can find out more about here packhacker.com/about/team/ - and I'll pass your feedback onto the team! 😊👍 - Rebecca
Can anyone recommend a backpack for traveling for sports? Like a weekend trip out of state for a marathon. Looking for a separate shoe compartment and water bottle holder on the outside are my two most important.
We have used some Under Armour duffels and backpack that include a wet compartment (for muddy shoes or sweaty clothes) and some even came with a stow away floor mat for changing outdoors. Cant recall the models but is part of what they add to their designs
Hey Not Your Average Vegan! We recommend checking out the Aer Travel Pack 2 Small packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/travel-pack-2-small/ the Eagle Creek Global Companion packhacker.com/travel-gear/eagle-creek/global-companion-40l/ the Aer Travel Pack 2 packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/travel-pack-2-2/ the DSPTCH Travel Pack packhacker.com/travel-gear/dsptch/travel-pack-2/ and the Aer Fit Pack 2 packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/fit-pack-2/ Hope this helps! - Rebecca
Recently I found an article about this watch warning to wear it bc many terrorist groups use it for various explosive contraptions so the airport security, according to the article, is drilled to watch our for this watch... Just FYI. The Amazon fire 7 is awesome! Not the fastest but it's durable and battery last long. I love it!
Thanks for sharing this info with the community, Stefan! We're glad to hear that the Amazon Fire 7 is working well for you, it sure is durable and handy to have around, especially considering the price tag! 😊👍 - Rebecca
Hey - from our experience, a sewing kit is allowed in your carry-on and checked luggage, however, TSA do state that acceptance (with any items) is up to the security personnel. Therefore, your mileage may vary. We also recommend checking out the guidelines for the different airlines, airports, and regulations for the countries you're visiting too. Hope this helps! 👍 - Rebecca
Hey Tugger the Griz - we've found that safety razors can be packed in your carry-on as long as it's without the blade. This may still be inspected though, so your experience may differ. 😊 - Rebecca
Hey Will - from our experience, a sewing kit is allowed in your carry-on and checked luggage, however, TSA do state that acceptance (with any items) is up to the security personnel. Therefore, your mileage may vary. We also recommend checking out the guidelines for the different airlines, airports, and regulations for the countries you're visiting too. Hope this helps! 👍 - Rebecca
Hey Martino - thanks for sharing your experience with the community, we're sorry to hear you didn't have a good experience with this pack. Did you get a replacement from Quechua or did you pick up a different pack instead? - Rebecca
Hey - we're glad to hear you're digging the video! Don't worry, Tom is still around, he's been busy with the rest of the team creating more exciting content, so stay tuned for that! 🙌😊 - Rebecca
Hey SANDRINE - we get what you're saying, Ziploc Bags aren't the most sustainable option. If you're looking for more sustainable products for travel, we recommend checking out our Earth Friendly Packing List packhacker.com/packing-list/earth-friendly-sustainable-packing-list/ and our Eco-Groovy Gift Guide packhacker.com/blog/general/the-eco-groovy-gift-guide/ - thanks for reaching out! 😊 - Rebecca
Hey Matt - if you want the inline, it could be a good option, otherwise, we're happy without to save some $, but you've got to find what works for you! 👍 - Rebecca
What's your favorite budget travel accessory?
Great video.
I use a lot of Muji pouches and organizers. Minimalist, thoughfully designed, decently priced, but not particularly durable.
Hey M0ebius - that's awesome, we're glad that the Muji pouches are working well for you. How often do you have to replace them? 😊
- Rebecca
Pack Hacker Under normal hard use, about a year. But if you really overstuff them, every so often the zippers will fail.
It's not super budget (I think the smallest one is about $20), but I always carry a maxpedition pouch with me. Maxpedition is pretty big in the "EDC" community, but for some reason, I haven't seen them mentioned much in the travel/pack community - - they do have a military vibe, but they're super durable, and all of the organization makes them pretty flexible
Ziplock sandwich baggies. I use it for different currencies, jewelry, pens, charging cables, makeups........not to mention food storage to take leftover back to my lodging or to bag sliced apples on board a flight as snack. I always put half a dozen in my luggage in case.
Hey Jen - thanks for sharing your travel tips with us! Ziploc bags are super versatile, especially for one bag travel. 😊🙌
- Rebecca
I pack them in several sizes inside of each other. I always pack more than I need because my travel companions always end up needing some too.
I'd dig a rundown of sleeping while traveling - earplugs, eyemask, travel pillow? etc.
Great shout, Eliot! I'll pass your feedback onto the team. 😊👍
- Rebecca
Ziploc bags as packing cubes. Yes! Can squeeze out air to create a vacuum compression as well.
I learned that in the marines. Not sure if they’re still doing that though… it was about 25 years ago😅
Ziploc bags rule! 😁
My Chico bag is probably the oldest travel accessory I own. I've carried it around with me since day one. We all need a bag to use sooner or later.
I only wear those Casio el-cheapo watches since pickpocketers don't want them. I have the analog ones with the large white background. I just change the batteries every 2 years or so.
Thanks you Nathan for this video. I love travel accessories 😊
Yes, Global Adventurer! We're glad you're digging the travel accessories as much as we are. It's awesome to hear that the Casio watch is working well for you too. Stay tuned for more content like this!
- Nathan
@@PackHacker Thanks 😊
Hey Global Adventurer! We'd love to reach out to you, let us know if there's an email address we can contact you on or send me an email to rebecca@packhacker.com 😊
- Rebecca
- Repurposed newspaper plastic overbags to pack shoes into. Free, perfect size.
- Reused SmartWater water bottle (the one with the "Sport Cap"). Free with the purchase of water. Best bottle drinking spout ever designed, very lightweight, convenient and secure. Not a tragedy if it gets left behind. PET plastic is at least as healthy as stainless steel.
- Clothesline made from 'bank line' or p[olyester cord (not paracord - that's too stretchy) and bread bag clips for clothes pins. File down the little hooks on the clips a bit with a nail file to prevent snagging clothes.
- $3 microfiber sweat headband. Dual-use as a sweatband and perfect as eye shades. Keeps headphones in place when worn over ears.
- Nutmilk bag. $3. Nylon mesh not cotton. Make various quantities of cold brew coffee in variously shaped containers. Also usable to make pour-over, and brew loose leaf tea. Can strain pasta an makes a decent splatter cover for microwaves. You can make nut milk in it too. Makes a good ditty bag to store the micro kitchen items and/or snacks in.
- Kikkerland UL03-A Universal Travel Adapter. $10. Universal compatibility, mocular, extremely compact.
- Frog Tape painter's tape. Good for adhering things without causing damage. Like hanging toiletry bags without a place to use a hook, attaching electrical adapters in loose sockets, taping long cords against the wall, hanging large maps while planning etc.
- Vacuum sealer bags. Things can be sealed in them of course, but because they can be custom-sized it's possible to make things like exact-fit passport waterproof cases and pouches to fit toiletries. Lightweight, waterproof, clear and very strong.
-Talenti ice cream jar repurposed as travel mug/food bowl/food container. Free with ice cream. Mine is tricked out with a DIY Refelectix heat cover and cord handles. Doubles a waterproof/crushproof storage container.
-Handi-Wipes nonwoven reusable cloth. One to clean me and one to clean other stuff. Very lightweight, strong and dries in a flash.
- 40 inch "cooling" towel. $5. Does not cool but absorbs sweat well and dries quickly. I wear it as a cravat and like it better than a buff, with which I use it in conjunction. Wish I could find a nice scarf this size in light Merino wool.
-Repurposed dry cleaner bags used to roll clothes into to reduce wrinkles. If your entire travel wardrobe consists of 2 wool t-shirts and a pair of jeans you probably don't care though. But one day you might look in the mirror and decide it's time to occasionally dress like an adult while traveling. So keep this tip in mind.
Jeez I could go on. And on. Been doing this awhile, longer probably than most of the Pack Hacker staff has been alive. Happy to share.
My 2 cents on this.
Quechua waistpouch (40g) is a winner, as long as you only carry necessary items. For me, that's my phone, wallet, clip-on sunglasses, and maybe a small powerbank and charging cable. But I highly recommend the packable Quechua 15L sling bag (125g) over the packable 10L backpack because the sling bag has 2 water bottle mesh pockets, the strap is much wider and won't eat into your shoulder, has larger capacity for a wee bit more weight. Otherwise, the Quechua Arpenaz 20L (325g) is a far better backpack if you don't mind the weight. To prevent damage to these packable bags, I pasted gorilla tape on the bottom inner seams to keep the fabric and stitching together. Taping the outer seams is optional because it will ruin the look. Do watch where you're going to avoid getting the fabric pierced or torn. And if they do get damaged, you can patch it up with tape meant for inflatables, or temporarily with clear OPP tape. I also hosed my bags down with water repellent spray for some added waterproofing, at least long enough to get into a rain jacket without worrying about my stuff getting soaked.
Everything else can be packed into ziploc bags. They are far lighter, already waterproof, and ridiculously easy to replace. All my money, cards, and passport are in ziploc bags, and they are in the zipped compartment inside of the Quechua waistpouch. Coins and small items go into the packable cover, which now becomes a tiny pouch, inside of the waistpouch. And yes, clothes, electronics, laundry, toiletries, etc can all be packed into ziploc bags. They will lose their airtight seal due to small punctures here and there, but if you're packing your stuff down into your main backpack tightly anyway, they won't bloat up by very much, nor will they lose their waterproofing capabilities as long as you're not dunking your backpack underwater. You will eventually get used to the ziploc bags looking crinkly from all the folding and fuzzy from all the rubbing contact, but still use them until they are truly torn up.
Hey JAMIN DAVID Seah - thanks for sharing your experience with the community, it sounds like you have a solid system going on here. We're digging the use of tape to help make your pack more durable and for repairs. We're big fans of the Gear Aid Tenacious Tape packhacker.com/travel-gear/gear-aid/tenacious-tape/ as it comes in handy, especially for those less durable puffer jackets.
And, we hear you when it comes to Ziploc bags, they're super versatile and a big hit among the rest of our community too. Finding an item that can do multiple things and solve many different issues is a great product to take on the road with you, especially for one bag travel.
Happy travels!
- Rebecca
I LOVE these Ikea Knallbåge accesory bags! The large one is perfect for my Kindle; the medium one is great for chargers, powerbank, cables; and the small one is a nice pen case. Thank you for this recommendation.
You got it, Erik! We're so glad that you've been able to find a great use case for all of these pouches. 😊
- Rebecca
+1 for the noble zip lock. The gallon size freezer bags are awesome. Good for maps and tablets too.
We're glad you're digging the Ziploc bags too, Chris! Using them for maps and tablets is an awesome travel tip and a great way to keep your valuables dry. Thanks for sharing! 😊👍
- Rebecca
My newest, and most favorite travel accessory is a small hand held fan. Amazon, $10. USB rechargeable. Its amazing for cooling you down after you just ran through an airport, or if the train/bus doesn't have AC.
That sounds like a great accessory, Rainah! Especially for those long travel days like you mentioned, it can really come in handy. Thanks for sharing this with the community! 😊
- Rebecca
What a great idea. You can also get ones without a battery (assuming you already travel with a battery pack/power bank). As a sweaty traveller this sounds right up my alley, though I might feel a bit self-conscious using it in a train/bus
@@MrJed_s I thought I would be self conscious as well, but when you are sitting in a sweltering train, you won't care - TRUST me. Actually I used it in an airport lounge as well that was really warm and had several people comment that they were jealous. The one I bought is really thin and quiet and you can use it discreetly too. Now my husband wants one for our next trip. LOL
@@Eclaire009 well you may have just convinced me. It could also come in handy when trying to dry smaller clothing items too. Thanks for the tip!
I own one too! It has to be one of the top 3 travel gadgets I carry now. I use it probably 99% of the time on stuffy hot city buses. Works wonders.
is this guy an NPC from Skyrim
I assume you mean Oblivion
Omg he looks like my high elf templar
I love this! There should be more of these "value" showcases. I've gotten so much ideas from just one video like this.
Noted-glad you enjoyed the video, Jahonius!
- Austin
A shemag that can be used as a scarf, hoodie, furoshiki bag, seating mat, sling... etc :)
Great tip, microMobilidade! Versatile items like this are great if you're on a budget or want to travel lighter. 👍
- Rebecca
You should incorporate an oval rubber squeeze coin holder. They're like $5 bucks, and they keep your coins organized better than any pocket. It came in handy when my sling was piling up with Euro coins, which really started to annoying me.
That's a great tip, Evan! Keeping those coins together will definitely help keep your sling or backpack more organized. Thanks for sharing! 👍
- Rebecca
Nice channel. Accidentally watched a few, and I have now subscribed! I love that you get to try all the items so I dont have to spend the money before hand. 👍
This is the video I've been waiting for. Just purchased the Amazon basics wallet and the card sized phone holder. You got yourself a hard subscribe. (Y)
Hey Danny - that's awesome to hear! We're glad you're digging the content. Let us know how you get on with the AmazonBasics Passport Wallet and Nite Ize QuikStand, we'd love to hear if they work for you. 😊🙌
- Rebecca
@@PackHacker I keep the quikstand in my wallet. I've not used it on a plane AFAIK but it's a solid phone stand.
I use a big ziplock bag at home to store my tight in my draw to protect for snagging when closing the draw. Ziplocks are a so useful and whist not as environmentally friendly if you reuse them over and over I don’t think they are a bad idea, particularly for working out what size pouches you use so you don’t buy stuff that isn’t useful.
Thanks for sharing your insights 😃
-Eric
I can testify for the muji comb here. It survived near daily use for over three years for me now, and this included some unfortunate malicious episodes by my three-year-old cousin. It’s definitely worth it.
Thanks for doing this video. It's nice to see all those amazing travel accessories, but costs a lot. Great to see there are amazing budget options. Have to go get that s clip from Muji now, a great find!
You got it, Yukarin! We're glad to hear that you're digging the video. Let us know how you get on with the Muji S-Shape Travel Hook, we'd love to hear how it works for you! 😊🙌
- Rebecca
I have the casio F-91W. Fantastic watch, affordable, and very lightweight!
Totally agree, E V! ⌚︎
- Tom
Lol i have that watch!!
I shall be buying.......
The ziplock bags. You are a life saver. Thanks
When this guy said budget he meant it
I love the moji comb and s clip
Great review of budget friendly travel gear. Have two in my Amazon cart already. Thanks.
Free trave pillow, first come first served, limited quantity!!
The watch is excellent for the price but water resistance is quite weak. I go g-shock but Casio has many watches below $50 that can take a splash in the shower or even be safe if you go swimming.
Thanks for sharing your go-to with us, Cedric! We're glad the G-Shock is working well for you, we'll check it out! 😊
- Rebecca
I’ve taken the Casio watch they described swimming and in the shower/bath thousands of times and it’s still fine. As long as you aren’t diving with it is holds up surprisingly well
So many useful, inexpensive travel items! Thanks for sharing!
You got it, Marjie! 😊
- Rebecca
Can you guys make a premium list of travel accessories? Not saying I have enough to buy them. Just out of curiosity.
Hey! We currently have no plans to create a premium list of travel accessories, but we do have a list of some of our highest-rated travel accessories here czcams.com/video/kdEUuxfr1QM/video.html 😊
- Rebecca
Could you guys please make an eco friendly list of travel accessories? That would be SO useful!!
Hey Anaclara - we recommend checking out our Earth Friendly Sustainable Packing List packhacker.com/packing-list/earth-friendly-sustainable-packing-list/ which is full of ethical, sustainable, and zero-waste products. 😊🌎
- Rebecca
Great video loads of information thank you 👍🏻😊
I have the Nite Ize Quicksand originally purchased for the reason discribed here however I wasn't to found of the plastic hinges I was able to find a no brand phone stand with heavier plastic construction and metal hinge sadly it won't fold to fit a wallet but is still super lightweight.
Hey Ron - thanks for sharing your experience with us. So far we haven't had any issues with the hinges on the Nite Ize QuickStand, but we're glad that you've found another product that works for you! 👍
- Rebecca
Shit son, I rock the Calculator Watch:)
casio watches last forever
I’m all about not paying too much because you might have to leave it behind!
Can you do a video on the "Eddie Bauer Stowaway Packable 20l Backpack".
Budget is good, even if they only last one trip. My rule is never bring anything that will ruin the trip if it gets lost or stolen.
Very comprehensive and good quality products!
Glad you're digging the packing list, Ashley! 😊
- Rebecca
Nice vid 2 items brought. Thanks.
Fire 7" is $29.99 at the moment(11/24/19)
Awesome!!
Free trave pillow, first come first served, limited quantity!!
When you show the phone image, at the watch part.. I am totally checking the date this was uploaded. I mean it's look like iPhone ? An older one like 3g?
Hey anan - this is the Nokia 1 Android Smartphone packhacker.com/travel-gear/nokia/1-android-smartphone/ and it's one of the most affordable Android phones on the market, which is why it made it onto our Budget Packing List here packhacker.com/packing-list/budget/ - hope this helps! 😊
- Rebecca
That sewing kit. Can you take those shears on board, or does it have to go in checked luggage?
Hey bookworm9200 - from our experience, a sewing kit is allowed in your carry-on and checked luggage, however, TSA does state that acceptance (with any items) is up to the security personnel. Therefore, your mileage may vary. We also recommend checking out the guidelines for the different airlines, airports, and regulations for the countries you're visiting too. Hope this helps! 👍
- Rebecca
Awesome video Thank You
Glad you enjoyed it!
- Austin
I know it's probably not an essential piece of gear, especially for light packers. But my neck kinda sucks, and I'm tempted to get a good travel/neck pillow that doesn't take up too much space. Any suggestions?
Hey Michael - we're always looking for new products that optimize your travel experience, so we'll keep an eye out for some travel neck pillows to test out. So far, we've only tested out the Trtl Travel Pillow packhacker.com/travel-gear/trtl/travel-pillow/ but you can also check out our initial thoughts on the OSTRICHPILLOW Go Travel Pillow packhacker.com/travel-gear/ostrichpillow/go-travel-pillow/ and the OSTRICHPILLOW Light Travel Pillow packhacker.com/travel-gear/ostrichpillow/light-travel-pillow/ 😊👍
- Rebecca
@@PackHacker thank you!
Yes to the Casio! I also have most of those Muji products. Great choices.
Glad you're digging the packing list, G-Shock Philosophy! 😊🙌
- Rebecca
I also just bought the Nite Ize phone stand off the back of this video and pretty likely to go for the light weight bag and slign also... Great video thanks...
That's awesome! We've been using the Nite Ize QuickStand packhacker.com/travel-gear/nite-ize/quikstand-mobile-device-stand/ for a few years now during our travels and it's still holding up well. Let us know if you decide to pick up the Quechua Backpack and Waist Pack, we'd love to hear if they work for you! 👍
- Rebecca
@@PackHacker do you recommend any good quality wrist/arm based wallet?
@@PackHacker also what's yout recommended lightest/smallest but powerful auxiliary battery charging pack?
Great video!!
I'm kind of interested in the business model of pack hacker. Do your authors work part time for you guys? If so, I'd be interested to learn about what other work they do while traveling, and how they manage stuff like meetings while on the go (do you guys spend a lot of time communicating via slack). Maybe not fun video ideas like learning about awesome backpacks, but I'd definitely be interested.
Hey Zane! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us, we currently have an awesome multi-skilled team which you can find out more about here packhacker.com/about/team/ - and I'll pass your feedback onto the team! 😊👍
- Rebecca
Hey guys! How about a budget series from decathlon? :D
Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along to our managing editor 😊
-Eric
Good choices ...
Just got the ikea bags and I love them!
Can anyone recommend a backpack for traveling for sports? Like a weekend trip out of state for a marathon. Looking for a separate shoe compartment and water bottle holder on the outside are my two most important.
We have used some Under Armour duffels and backpack that include a wet compartment (for muddy shoes or sweaty clothes) and some even came with a stow away floor mat for changing outdoors. Cant recall the models but is part of what they add to their designs
Hey Not Your Average Vegan! We recommend checking out the Aer Travel Pack 2 Small packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/travel-pack-2-small/ the Eagle Creek Global Companion packhacker.com/travel-gear/eagle-creek/global-companion-40l/ the Aer Travel Pack 2 packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/travel-pack-2-2/ the DSPTCH Travel Pack packhacker.com/travel-gear/dsptch/travel-pack-2/ and the Aer Fit Pack 2 packhacker.com/travel-gear/aer/fit-pack-2/
Hope this helps!
- Rebecca
Incase has a handful for this purpose that are excellent
Under armour hustle 4.0
I never travel without my Noise Cancelling Bose headphones, they are expensive but so worth it!
Free trave pillow, first come first served, limited quantity!!
Recently I found an article about this watch warning to wear it bc many terrorist groups use it for various explosive contraptions so the airport security, according to the article, is drilled to watch our for this watch... Just FYI.
The Amazon fire 7 is awesome! Not the fastest but it's durable and battery last long. I love it!
Thanks for sharing this info with the community, Stefan! We're glad to hear that the Amazon Fire 7 is working well for you, it sure is durable and handy to have around, especially considering the price tag! 😊👍
- Rebecca
@packhacker garbage bags as emergency sleeping bag
... wont take much space..
can a sewing set pass through airport security?
Hey - from our experience, a sewing kit is allowed in your carry-on and checked luggage, however, TSA do state that acceptance (with any items) is up to the security personnel. Therefore, your mileage may vary. We also recommend checking out the guidelines for the different airlines, airports, and regulations for the countries you're visiting too. Hope this helps! 👍
- Rebecca
A safety razor is allowed so I would think it should. 🤔
Hey Tugger the Griz - we've found that safety razors can be packed in your carry-on as long as it's without the blade. This may still be inspected though, so your experience may differ. 😊
- Rebecca
Pack Hacker I mean like a Gillet Mach 3 maybe those are not called “safety razors”
Ah, yes! We get what you're saying, Tugger! 👍
- Rebecca
Hey whats that wallet u used at 6:03
is the Muji sewing kit TSA approved?
Hey Will - from our experience, a sewing kit is allowed in your carry-on and checked luggage, however, TSA do state that acceptance (with any items) is up to the security personnel. Therefore, your mileage may vary. We also recommend checking out the guidelines for the different airlines, airports, and regulations for the countries you're visiting too. Hope this helps! 👍
- Rebecca
5:53 what wallet did you use on that video?
Pioneer Wallet pioneercarry.com/products/division-billfold
The Quechua bag almost broke right away sadly, one of the straps failed after one or two uses
Hey Martino - thanks for sharing your experience with the community, we're sorry to hear you didn't have a good experience with this pack. Did you get a replacement from Quechua or did you pick up a different pack instead?
- Rebecca
good
Where did you hide Tom the founder of packhacker? 😂
2:03 wait is that legal? 😂
Love the items! Thanks
Hey - we're glad to hear you're digging the video! Don't worry, Tom is still around, he's been busy with the rest of the team creating more exciting content, so stay tuned for that! 🙌😊
- Rebecca
Ziploc bag breaks and are made of cheap plastic that are polluting during travel ... 😐
Hey SANDRINE - we get what you're saying, Ziploc Bags aren't the most sustainable option. If you're looking for more sustainable products for travel, we recommend checking out our Earth Friendly Packing List packhacker.com/packing-list/earth-friendly-sustainable-packing-list/ and our Eco-Groovy Gift Guide packhacker.com/blog/general/the-eco-groovy-gift-guide/ - thanks for reaching out! 😊
- Rebecca
Bad rec on those headphones. For five dollars more you can get them with an inline remote.
Hey Matt - if you want the inline, it could be a good option, otherwise, we're happy without to save some $, but you've got to find what works for you! 👍
- Rebecca
What wallet is at 6:00?
Hey Tyler, it's the Pioneer Division Billfold Wallet packhacker.com/travel-gear/pioneer/division-billfold-wallet/ 👍
- Rebecca
pioneercarry.com/products/division-billfold
@@PackHacker Thank you!!