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Gear Up for Adventure on a Shoestring Budget

Are you itching to head out into the wilderness on your own adventures but can't afford the gear you need? This is the series for you. You'll learn what to look for and where to find it to get what you need for one-tenth of the cost of new gear.

This post is the where, but not the how. Stay tuned for upcoming posts in which I'll cover how to shop for used clothing, kayaks, backpacks and more.






Rules of Frugality
I love this list, and I use it when I'm tempted to buy something new. If you think you need to buy something, start at the top, and hopefully you'll find a solution before you get to #6. 
  1. Find an alternative you already own 
  2. Borrow it 
  3. Rent it
  4. Buy it used
  5. Pitch in with another person to get it
  6. Buy new
Another rule of frugality is caring for what you already own. This means knowing how your gear should be stored and cleaned to make it last as long as possible. I'll get around to writing a post on that at some point, hopefully...

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Traveling Light: Ultimate Guide to Men's Travel Clothes

Tony doing some yoga in Yosemite wearing Prana Stretch Zion Shorts

Another pair of Prana Stretch Zion Shorts
The clothes you bring on your journey should be:
  • wrinkle resistant
  • stain resistant
  • fast drying
  • multi-functional (can you hike in your dinner pants?)
  • have large, secure pockets
  • comfortable






Why are these qualities important? 
When we travel, we don't know what we'll run into around the corner. Laundry facilities are rarely accessible, rain storms come out of nowhere, and there are always spontaneous adventures to partake in. 

 You might spend a morning hiking and the afternoon sampling wine. You'll have more time to do both if you don't have to stop by your hotel room to change clothes. 

 You'll be able to wash your clothes in your sink at night and they'll be dry by morning. 

 You also want clothes, boxers, and socks whose smell won't induce vomiting after wearing them for two or three days. 

 Raid your Closet
Before you buy anything, its time to go through your closet.You probably already have several pieces in there that would be great for travel.

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Traveling Light: Ultimate Guide to Awesome Women's Travel Clothes

ultimate women travel clothes
The North Face Gore-Tex Packlite Jacket and Lululemon shorts
The key to successful travel clothes is making sure that what you are wearing is not only comfortable and functional, but also reflects your personal style. The tips and suggestions here will help you use clothes you already own into travel clothes, turn stylish finds into multi-functional pieces and buy new items to fit your needs.

The clothes you bring on your journey should be:
  • wrinkle resistant
  • stain resistant
  • fast drying
  • multi-functional
  • have secure pockets
  • be comfortable

Wayfinder Ali with bull elephant in Thailand
At an elephant sanctuary in Thailand, wearing 
Patagonia Quandry Shorts and a C9 top from Target
Why are these qualities important? 
Adventure is full of the unexpected. Laundry facilities are rarely accessible, rain storms come out of nowhere, and there are always spontaneous adventures to partake in. 

 You might spend a morning hiking and the afternoon sampling wine. You'll have more time to do both if you don't have to stop by your hotel room to change clothes. 

 You'll be able to wash your clothes in your sink at night and they'll be dry by morning. 

 You also want clothes, underwear and socks that won't start to stink after wearing them for more than a day or two.

Raid Your Closet
Before you buy anything, its time to go through your closet.You probably already have several pieces in there that would be great for travel. Here is what to look for:



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