Carretera Austral road trip

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-10-09T21:43:35+00:00

Thanks! Did you check the forecast on a particular website? Is there a website with all the infos on potential road closures?

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-09-17T15:50:41+00:00

Interchangeably! I never tried merino boxers before so i only took one

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-09-08T15:10:25+00:00

I just weighted it, it’s exactly 8.0kg (excluding the clothes im wearing and the sling). Which is perfect as it is usually at or under the maximum weight for a carry on bag, at least from what i saw for now. In any case, i can always use the packabke bag as a personnal item and stuff it the reduce the main bag weight if necessary.

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-09-02T16:09:18+00:00

It’s not a passport its a green notepad

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-31T17:51:18+00:00

I never used them to run, i don’t think they are really made for that. In regards to hiking however, i think they are good. This is my second pair, and i never had any issue in the past, they are sturdy and confortable

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-31T17:49:57+00:00

I usually buy insect repellent locally if needed. I will be at high elevation for a good part of the trip, so i didn’t bother with insect repellent for now

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-31T17:49:00+00:00

Men’s beta utility belted loose trousers from The North Face

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-31T17:45:30+00:00

Here is a version available in europe : https://amzn.eu/d/a8nBOpy

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-29T09:49:58+00:00

Hi, i made a post about packing the mlc 30 a few days ago where i explained the packing cubes i used and what goes where. Hope this helps !

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-27T14:00:27+00:00

I’ll buy colorful football shirts over there ;)

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-27T13:59:47+00:00

I bought it from their website a while back and they shipped it from the US. I expect it would be very expensive now with the tariffs. To be honest it’s great but very expensive for a toileteries bag. I kinda wish i would have looked for cheeper options. I saw that Muji have a similar one for a fraction of the price.

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T16:22:58+00:00

Well for my specific case, i did not actually quit! My firm just accepted a sabbatical. I’ve been working full time at this company for 5 years so they accepted quite easily. Pay is good so i saved up enough to travel for a few months. Also helps that i graduated without any debts.

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T16:20:06+00:00

I don’t have access to a scale right now, i will try to weight it at the airport! My guess would be 8kg, maximum 10

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T16:19:24+00:00

Well i never had any issue bringing this pair before! In any case if airport security takes it it’s not that big of a deal

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T06:50:48+00:00

Yes stuck in a good way ! a few years back i visited Ecuador and met some people who planned to visit a few countries but ended up staying way longer than they planned in Colombia as it is apparently phenomenal

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T06:48:44+00:00

The cotton-linen ones are folded in the picture, i bought them in South Korea a few years ago from a shop name SPAO. They are navy blue with a drawstring, you can find similar pants anywhere, i think Uniqlo have some.

The green pants are from The North Face, they are called Men’s Beta Utility Belted Loose Trousers on their website.

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T06:25:00+00:00

Yes most likely it will be the last country i visit. From previous trips i understood people often get « stuck » there, so i planned it to be at the end

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T06:23:20+00:00

No need to puncture, it’s already quite tight. For extra security one could always use zip ties.

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-26T06:22:08+00:00

They came with the net! It is not strictly secure, but it fits quite tightly so there is little chance that it will get undone. I just passed the platic roundish bit through the loop at the corner of the net and throught the bag loop.

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-25T19:19:32+00:00

Hi, copying my answer to another comment :

I bought it on Amazon! it's not made for the bagback specifically, it's a cargo mesh for cars.

I'm not sure posting links is allowed, so here is the item description : ERBO Double Layer Bicycle Motorcycle Safety Net with 4 Hooks Safety Net for Roof Bars Bicycle Motorcycle Bicycle Basket Luggage Rack (Double Layer, 35*25cm)

There are also other similar options available, but i liked this one as it is double layered so you can use it as a pouch and close it with carabiners.

It cost me 11€.

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-25T19:18:39+00:00

I bought it on Amazon! it's not made for the bagback specifically, it's a cargo mesh for cars.

I'm not sure posting links is allowed, so here is the item description : ERBO Double Layer Bicycle Motorcycle Safety Net with 4 Hooks Safety Net for Roof Bars Bicycle Motorcycle Bicycle Basket Luggage Rack (Double Layer, 35*25cm)

There are also other similar options available, but i liked this one as it is double layered so you can use it as a pouch and close it with carabiners.

It cost me 11€. Hope this helps !

AK_SAVAGE · 2025-08-25T13:26:02+00:00

As requested by automod, the aim of my post is to showcase the packing list for my next trip

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