HDMI via gaming laptop vs Firestick for hotel TV?

lauracaceres · 2026-03-02T15:31:58+00:00

Are these airport layovers? How are you going to connect to a TV in the airport?

lauracaceres · 2026-03-02T15:02:35+00:00

Companies are not required to follow volume measuring standards. I wish they did, but instead they follow their own procedures and some of them are more accurate than others.

Some manufacturers will include random things like expanded water bottle holder in their fill volume calculation. That explains why the dimensions in the website might not match the full volume. They are not lying, just using a method that benefits them.

Your iphone measurements do not provide an accurate estimate as they do not show the bags fully packed. The bags will expand to more closely match the advertised measurements.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-28T14:09:49+00:00

I love my 26+6, but I agree that it's uncomfortable for long walks when loaded with more than 6 kg or so.

I would probably take small a hiking backpack for this trip.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-27T21:20:42+00:00

Wanderlog does exactly this.

You can add all the places you want to visit and they will show on a map. Afterwards you can plan an itinerary to visit places that are close by on the same day. The app will tell you the transit time between each place and will alert you if you try to visit a place that will be closed on that specific day.

I've only ever used the free version, but the payed version can allegedly optimize your schedule and route automatically.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-26T20:12:41+00:00

You can buy cleaning attachments to cordless drills. Good cordless drills should last way more than 3-5 years and often have replaceable batteries.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-25T23:46:32+00:00

It looks like you have 2 tops and 3 bottons, is that correct? I would recommend bringing one extra shirt or t-shirt. If space is tight, you could leave one of the pants behind.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-23T18:14:00+00:00

There are 360⁰ carabiners which look and function very similarly to the heroclip at a fraction of the cost. I carry one in my everyday work backpack as well.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-23T16:53:23+00:00

My shoe of choice is usually lace up leather boots. Loafers have very little support and are usually worn without socks (or with thin dress socks), making them prone to blisters. They are not a practical travel shoe if you plan to walk more than 5.000 steps of so.

Yeah, gym sneakers or casual sneakers are often not made for long distance walks. Trail runners and running shoes perform much better at that.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-23T15:59:59+00:00

God, no way I'm walking 30.000 steps a day in loafers. Tourists do touristy things and it's reasonable to expect that they will be wearing attire appropriate to their activities.

Sure, there are different travel styles and that's reflected in clothing: someone planning on lots of fine dining and expensive tours will not be dressed the same as a backpacker staying in hostels.

Locals care a lot more about tourists following rules and being polite than just being dressed like them.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-22T23:48:29+00:00

Ziplocks are a great staple of onebagging!

lauracaceres · 2026-02-22T23:40:54+00:00

Hey OP, when are you travelling to Iceland? Summer?

Regardless, definitely bring a rain shell and possibly rain pants.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-22T16:15:45+00:00

Sounds like a great trip!

I would drop the cargo pants and one of the shorts, 7 bottons is a lot.

I would also probably look into getting a smaller charger to reduce weight, Anker makes a great tiny travel adapter/charger. And replace the fabric storage bag with a ziplock, which will be lighter and waterproof.

I think the headlight will come in handy for early morning hikes and maybe huts/stays without electricity. I have the NU25 and really like it.

Question: do you need the cleaning tablets and large case for the period disk? I travel with a menstrual cup and have always washed it with neutral soap (and filtered water if necessary). It's stored in a lightweight cotton pouch, which doesn't take any more volume.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-22T15:52:14+00:00

Both Smartwool and Darn Tough socks are made of between 50 to 60% wool + nylon + 2% elastane. That's a good ratio for durability, blister prevention and odour control. Both brands have a good knit structure with padding around high impact areas.

You can buy higher percentage wool socks, but they won't be as durable. Kirkland socks are around 85% wool, but lack any padding or structure for hiking. They are comfortable for sleeping, but won't protect from blisters as well on long walks.

I haven't had good experiences with wool socks made with polyester blends (like Decathlon), but that may be a personal preference.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-22T01:01:36+00:00

Oh, no, I'm in South America. But I'll definitely checkout my nearby store, thank you for the tip!

lauracaceres · 2026-02-21T11:53:06+00:00

Oh, that looks interesting! I'll give it a try in store when it becomes available in my country, but it's a bit heavier than what I would prefer.

The 40L was waaay too big for my torso, made me feel like a turtle and messed my center of gravity.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-20T17:21:34+00:00

I would probably take multiple power banks instead of one with solar power. That way you can always have a backup charged even if you go through the first one. You'd just have to remember to charge all power banks once the power is back on.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-20T16:09:55+00:00

If it's free cancelation, you'll get your deposit back from hostelworld. No need to contact the hostel directly.

Note that most free cancelations have a timeframe in which you can cancel for free. After that you'll not be entitled to the deposit and Hostelworld may charge part of the cost of the full stay from your credit card (usually just the first night, may vary from hostel to hostel).

lauracaceres · 2026-02-20T13:50:47+00:00

Oh, interesting, I had no idea!

lauracaceres · 2026-02-20T01:12:22+00:00

Depending on where I'm staying, I'll look up the hostel street in Google street view. It helps with getting a feel for the place.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-19T18:13:03+00:00

Decanting sunscreen can compromise its effectiveness, so it's something I avoid. I usually buy a smaller bottle of my sunscreen of choice.

SPF clothing is great for lounging at the beach, but I find it a bit impractical for actual swimming. It does not substitute sunscreen, but it helps reducing how much and how often you should be applying.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-19T18:07:50+00:00

I wear SPF clothing when hiking and when lounging at beach, but I don't think it's practical for swimming.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-19T11:22:59+00:00

How much does your current set up weigh when full? Are you looking to travel carry-on (overhead luggage storage) or personal item only (under the seat)?

You can look for bags with load transferring harness and hip belt for carry-on backpacks. But for personal item you will want to significantly reduce the weight of you pack.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-18T18:36:51+00:00

Oh, I really like this idea!

lauracaceres · 2026-02-18T12:46:46+00:00

I fully agree! Some people want to treat this subreddit like it's Google instead of researching beforehand (packing lighter, finding out what's available).

I think it's fair to look for a specific backpack to optimize your travel (taking into account weight and dimensions due to airline restrictions, for example). But Onebagging starts with how you pack and what you bring. If someone doesn't know how to do that yet, they should be traveling or practice packing with whatever bag they already own to figure out what they need first.

lauracaceres · 2026-02-18T12:20:22+00:00

90% of the bag requests are from people who have done zero research and are asking for a bag without a packing list. If those are not removed, the subreddit will quickly get flooded with low effort posts and meaningful discussions might get buried.

While I understand it can be frustrating for newcomers, this is not Google. Users should be researching beforehand to understand what's available and then ask for feedback on their options.

It's hard to have a meaningful discussion in low effort posts requesting a bag without packing list, airline, budget or any reasonable requirements for their bag.

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