When John Chow posted his article on gadgets that he brings with him when he travels, I was inspired to do something similar. However, rather than just feature a couple of the things I bring with me, I decided to do a more comprehensive list. However, with pictures and all, it would get to be an extremely long post so I have decided to break it in to a three-part series. It does get to be a fair amount of stuff to haul around and sometimes I consider “downsizing” and dragging less stuff with me, but I’m just not sure what I would leave out. Luckily, I haven’t had reason to fly anywhere lately so haven’t had luggage requirements to worry about.

Normally, I have three “bags” that I bring with me: two computer cases and one piece of actual luggage. With these three items, I can pack for anywhere from a weekend to a week-long trip.


For this first post in the series, there a a couple of things that I haul in my “suitcase” that would be classified under “devices” and would be suitable to mention in this post.


Power Strip – I recently started bringing this with me because there never seems to be enough power outlets in hotel rooms.

Router – I generally bring along a NetGear WGR614 although lately I have been leaving it home more often than not.

Charger for my Yaesu VX-7R

Charger for my iPaq

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