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Our South America Backpacking Set-Up (2024)

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This is ALL gear that Dylan and I own and use on our backpacking trips. We've added everything we'd wholeheartedly recommend and skipped things we wouldn't repurchase!
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Luggage & Organization

 
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This is the 40L pack I bring with me. Love the organization, size, quality and comfort!
REI Co-op Ruckpack 40 Pack - Women's
 
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Dylan's 40L pack - the same as mine, but in Mens!
REI Co-op Ruckpack 40 Pack - Men's
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We love using this for day trips when our backpacks are too big and my purse is too small!
Sea to Summit Ultralight 20L Day Pack
 
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Dylan loves using these double-zip packing cubes to organize his clothing!
Compression Packing Cubes for Travel
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This is the day pack I brought with me and LOVE using it for our hiking trips when traveling!
Hiking backpack Trail 28 SL - Deuter
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Travel Laundry Bag that we recommend to everyone who backpacks!!!
STNKY Bag Pro - Laundry Bag
 
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Great for luggage organization! I use mine to hold my underwear, swim suit, bras and more!
Stuff Sacks for Backpacking, Camping & Sleeping Bags | REI Co-op
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We bought a four-pack - one for each of our backpacks. We love the cable cord which makes it flexible and easy to use!
TSA Accepted Luggage Travel Lock 2 Pack
 
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Dylan was gifted this carbon fiber RFID Blocking wallet and it’s held up fantastic! It also comes with a lifetime warranty.
Real Carbon Fiber RFID Blocking Wallet
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A great way to being jewelers to accessories all my outfits with the minimal clothing I have!
BAGSMART Jewelry Travel Organizer Case

Clothing Items 👚

 
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The most affordable down jacket that packs down light and is so comfortable!
Eddie Bauer Women's Down Jacket
 
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Love to use this as a headband on colder evenings!!
Smartwool Thermal Neck Gaiter
 
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I have this in beige and Dylan has one in dark green! They work fantastic here in South America.
REI Co-op Trailmade Rain Jacket
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Men's REI Rainjacket that Dylan loves
Men's Rain Jackets, Coats & Shells: Lightweight & Waterproof - REI
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These are my backpacking shoes - they're hiking shoes that are cute on the town!
Women's Speed Solo Hiking Sneakers | Merrell
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Dylan bought these in South America and had no trouble breaking them in! Super comfortable and great for hiking and everyday wear.
Men's Light Trail Divide 4 Running Shoes
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I own the “Hurricane” blue and purple colored ones. Love them!
Teva Women's Hurricane Sandal
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Great lightweight hat option for men or women
Outdoor Research Wind Pro Hat
 
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Love these for chilly evenings on the town!
OR Touchscreen Wool Liner Gloves
 
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Some of my favorite travel underwear I've ever owned!
Women's Sports, Athletic & Active Underwear by Patagonia
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Another great pair of travel underwear I love!
REI Co-op Active Thong Underwear - Women's
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Dylan swears by these ExOfficio travel briefs!
ExOfficio Men's Give-N-Go 2.0 Boxer Brief (2 Pack)
 
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This sports bra is super comfortable, odor-repelling, and good quality material. I'd buy three more!
Women's Sports Bras by Patagonia
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One of the things that Dylan wears most during the chilly nights traveling!
Cotopaxi Fleece Jackets | REI Co-op
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I have this but in maroon and love how soft and comfortable it is!
Women's Fleece and Soft-Shell Jackets | REI Co-op
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Perfect sun hoodie to stay out of the sun while staying cool!
REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie - Women's
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Dylan has this in orange!
Mens Quarter Zip | REI Co-op
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Marina wool is the best for traveling, there anti-microbial, quick dry and you don't need as many pairs! Quality over quantity is the game!
Men's Wool Socks: Merino, Crew, Outdoor & More | Smartwool US
 
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Dylan brought three of these undershirts with him. They’re cool, quick drying and anti odor! Can be worn alone or under layers.
32 Degrees Mens 4 Pack Crewneck T-Shirt
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The most breathable, stretchy, and comfortable shorts that Dylan owns!
prAna Brion Shorts II
 
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Some of Dylan’s all-time favorite travel pants! He can wear them for a week straight with no issues.
prAna Stretch Zion Slim Pants II - Men's

Photography Gear 📸

 
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We bought the cheapest drone and have so much fun flying it around with us!
DJI Mini 2 SE
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A great beginner travel camera! We'll upgrade down the road but are pleasantly surprised with this DSLR!
Canon EOS Rebel T7
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Zoom lens we whip out to take animal pictures or close-ups!
EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III - Canon
 
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An old model, but it's worked well for me for the eight years I've had it!
GoPro HERO Session Waterproof Action Camera
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Travel Gear ⚙️

 
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We bought GRAYL water filters for Peru because we heard they're the best out there!
GRAYL GeoPress 24 oz Water Purifier Bottle
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We always take this with us no matter where we go for the what-if situations…
Adventure Medical Kits Outdoor First Aid Kits - Adventure Medical Kits
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Microfiber, quick drying, odor repelling lightweight travel towel we take everywhere with us!
Sea to Summit Drylite Towel
 
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This is the smartwatch that Dylan uses and loves. It tracks activity levels, sleep cycles, and more.
Garmin vívoactive® 4 | Smartwatch with GPS | Fitness
 
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Love getting this out on trains, buses, planes and anytime I need extra neck support.
COCOON Ultralight Inflatable Pillow
 
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Anti-microbial pee cloth that’s perfect for hiking or any unforeseen circumstance when you just gotta go!
KULA CLOTH

Toiletry Must-Haves!

 
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Great for cuts, scrapes, burns, dry skin, and CHAPSTICK!
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
 
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Mineral sunscreen that is friendly for acne-prone skin!
Native Sunscreen | Best Sellers Pack
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The only lotion I'll use!
Cetaphil Hydrating Moisturizer Cream 3 oz -3 Pack
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I love this powdered tinted dry shampoo! It works well, has a brush applicator, and the brand sells refill capsules!
Ambiance Natural Dry Shampoo Powder & Brush
 
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Dylan loves using a shampoo puck on the road and this Duke Canon one smells fantastic!
Duke Cannon Shampoo Puck
 
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Dylan LOVES this men's dove lotion and it smells FANTASTIC!!!
Dove Mens Lotion - Target
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Great for chaffing and dry shampoo!
Johnson's Baby Powder with Aloe
 
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Great for the tough wrinkles and freshening up the smell of clothes in between washes!
Downy Wrinkle Release Spray Travel Size
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When traveling with minimal clothing, these tide to go sticks are a must for us!
Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover Pen
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Dylan love’s Harry’s razors and shaving gel! This set is a perfect travel pack.
Harry's Razors for Men Pack
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This is Dylan’s favorite styling cream. It smells fantastic, has a medium hold and is lightweight
Fix Your Lid Forming Cream and Hair Pomade -1.7 Oz
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