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	::There are some waterproof ones.		::There are some waterproof ones.
	:No problem with dangerous fauna.		:No problem with dangerous fauna.
	*Tarp		*[[Tarp]]
	:Minimalist and very light solution.		:Minimalist and very light solution.
	*Magic bed		*Magic bed

Guaka at 13:48, 1 August 2015

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	'''Gear''' is important for nomads. You want lightweight stuff that is useful and versatile like a swiss army knife.		'''Gear''' is important for nomads. You want lightweight stuff that is useful and versatile like a swiss army knife. Before going travelling it is always complicated to know what to choose and it is good to read a lot about it and to think about it. Now this said, you don't have to spend thousands in gear, and to gather some old equipment from family and friends, maybe buying one or two stuff can be more than enough.

	* [[DIY equipment]]		* [[DIY equipment]]
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	==Bags==		==Bags==
	~~:any good suggestions?~~		See the [[Backpack]] article!
	~~theres a singled string cacto root tied net, shoulder leatrher strapped multi purposed very light amazing capacity, sold in~~ the market of mexican town san cristobal de las casas .. i wwidely recommend it, ive been using it very rughly as my second skin for 8 years and still would go around another many... easy to fix (if you have rough hemp thread of other rafia string, easier to dry, compact and just awesome !

	==Tools==		==Tools==
	*Swiss army ~~knifes~~ rule		*Swiss army [[knife]]s rule, so does [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opinel_knife Opinel].
	*A multitool allows you to fix stuff and be useful to the sedentary society.		*A multitool allows you to fix stuff and be useful to the sedentary society.
	*Compass		*Compass
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	*Toilet paper does everything.		*Toilet paper does everything.
	* [[Sport tape]] is a more durable replacement for plasters		* [[Sport tape]] is a more durable replacement for plasters
	* deodorant crystals are a year-lasting alternative to deo spray.		* There are several techniques to [[stay fresh while traveling]], carrying deodorant is one of them. Deodorant crystals are a year-lasting alternative to deo spray, but some people just don't need deodorant.
	~~:Some~~ people just don't need deodorant.
	* soap bars or fluid soap can be used for shampoo, detergent, shaving. ([http://www.drbronner.com/ Dr. Bronners] liquid castile soap has 18 uses, i brush my teeth with it and its biodegradable)		* soap bars or fluid soap can be used for shampoo, detergent, shaving. ([http://www.drbronner.com/ Dr. Bronners] liquid castile soap has 18 uses, i brush my teeth with it and its biodegradable)
	* a lot of ~~[[site:nomad~~ nomads]] carry painkillers (don't use Aspirin™, it makes your blood more fluid), tiger balm and antibiotics		* a lot of nomads carry painkillers (don't use Aspirin™, it makes your blood more fluid), tiger balm and antibiotics
	* 30 day night and day contact lenses are a replacement or backup for glasses		* 30 day night and day contact lenses are a replacement or backup for glasses
	*Needle + thread + safety pins.		*Needle + thread + safety pins.
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	==Electronics==		==Electronics==
	===Computers===		===Computers===
	*[[~~wp:Netbooks~~]]~~: Very light and cheap computers~~.		*[[Best Nomad Laptop]] is the article to help you choose a computer.
	*Smartphones can do a lot that computers can do but are much more portable.		*Smartphones can do a lot that computers can do but are much more portable.
	- The new Nokia:N900 is a good example of these.		- The new Nokia:N900 is a good example of these.
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	*Rechargeable batteries with a charger		*Rechargeable batteries with a charger
	*Solar panel for outdoor nomad.		*Solar panel for outdoor nomad.

			Consider having with you a double-usb charger for sector (maybe with quick charge, 2 amperes for example), and why not a double-usb charger for cigaret lighter to charge in the car while [[hitchhiking]]? Most of chargers can be found with usb cable so this makes a nice versatile charger.
	===Access===		===Access===
	Prepaid SIM cards around the world: http://www.prepaidgsm.net/		Prepaid SIM cards around the world: http://www.prepaidgsm.net/
	Some of them with GPRS or 3G internet.		Some of them with GPRS or 3G [[internet]].

			==[[Food]]==
			[[Cooking while traveling]] is an art! Here are some advices.

	~~==Food==~~
	===Super foods===		===Super foods===
	Super foods are great; light weight, compact and carry a lot of essential vitamins and minerals to keep you healthy in even the most trying of environments		Super foods are great; light weight, compact and carry a lot of essential vitamins and minerals to keep you healthy in even the most trying of environments
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	*Hemp seeds or powder		*Hemp seeds or powder
	*Coco beans		*Coco beans

	===Bread===		===Bread===
	*Homemade sourdough bread can be packed full of nuts and seeds and often can go for days without getting stale. Also, a sourdough starter is a nice gift for you new hosts.		*Homemade sourdough bread can be packed full of nuts and seeds and often can go for days without getting stale. Also, a sourdough starter is a nice gift for you new hosts.

	==Sleeping==		==Sleeping==
	*~~tent~~		*[[Tent]]
	*Hammock		*Hammock
	:Good for urban camping because you can camp up in the trees, where people don't naturally look.		:Good for urban camping because you can camp up in the trees, where people don't naturally look.
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	*Magic bed		*Magic bed
	:Please [http://nomadbase.org/users/realitygaps Realitygaps] edit.		:Please [http://nomadbase.org/users/realitygaps Realitygaps] edit.

			'''More information''' about sleeping gears on [[Camping_gear\|Camping gear]]

	==Money==		==Money==
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	==Other sites with gear and tips==		==Other sites with gear and tips==
	*Live nomadic by Tynan, [http://tynan.net/the-gear-of-life-nomadic Life Nomadic Gear]		* Live nomadic by Tynan, [http://tynan.net/the-gear-of-life-nomadic Life Nomadic Gear]
	*The [http://www.ic.org Intentional communities] site links to hundreds of similar sites		* The [http://www.ic.org Intentional communities] site links to hundreds of similar sites
			* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/796872930389452/ Swap/buy/sell/give travelling gear] FB group

			==See also==
			* [[Camping gear]]

			[[Category:Gear]]
			[[Category:Camping]]

Guaka: moved from nomadbase.org :)

2014-01-04T16:22:57Z

moved from nomadbase.org :)

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	* [[What to pack]]		* [[What to pack]]

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			==Clothes==
			*Wear layers (you only need to wash what's in contact with your skin)
			*Quick drying synthetic fabric allow to take less stuff (because it dries overnight).
			:Synthetics are not biodegradable. Underwear in particular have shorter lifespan so should be more eco-friendly.
			* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merino_wool Merino wool] is a good alternative for synthetic garments in terms of smelling, drying and weight.
			:I highly recommend wool as it is "self cleaning" and a great insulator and durable. Silk, hemp and linen are also great materials to wear for their durability, weight and insulation/breath-ability factors.

			==Bags==
			:any good suggestions?
			theres a singled string cacto root tied net, shoulder leatrher strapped multi purposed very light amazing capacity, sold in the market of mexican town san cristobal de las casas .. i wwidely recommend it, ive been using it very rughly as my second skin for 8 years and still would go around another many... easy to fix (if you have rough hemp thread of other rafia string, easier to dry, compact and just awesome !

			==Tools==
			*Swiss army knifes rule
			*A multitool allows you to fix stuff and be useful to the sedentary society.
			*Compass
			*Chopsticks and a spoon (universal eating utensils)
			*Various lengths of rope
			*Headlamp

			==Maps==
			*Maps don't run out of battery
			*A GPS is a very helpful device
			*Taking pictures of Tram maps can be enough.

			==Hygiene and first aid gear==
			*Biodegradable soap to wash outside.
			* Synthetic fiber towels are small and dry quick. Important when you like to wash before going on the road.
			*Toothpaste is not actually needed.
			*Toilet paper does everything.
			* [[Sport tape]] is a more durable replacement for plasters
			* deodorant crystals are a year-lasting alternative to deo spray.
			:Some people just don't need deodorant.
			* soap bars or fluid soap can be used for shampoo, detergent, shaving. ([http://www.drbronner.com/ Dr. Bronners] liquid castile soap has 18 uses, i brush my teeth with it and its biodegradable)
			* a lot of [[site:nomad nomads]] carry painkillers (don't use Aspirin™, it makes your blood more fluid), tiger balm and antibiotics
			* 30 day night and day contact lenses are a replacement or backup for glasses
			*Needle + thread + safety pins.

			==Electronics==
			===Computers===
			*[[wp:Netbooks]]: Very light and cheap computers.
			*Smartphones can do a lot that computers can do but are much more portable.
			- The new Nokia:N900 is a good example of these.
			===Sources of power===
			*Rechargeable batteries with a charger
			*Solar panel for outdoor nomad.
			===Access===
			Prepaid SIM cards around the world: http://www.prepaidgsm.net/
			Some of them with GPRS or 3G internet.

			==Food==
			===Super foods===
			Super foods are great; light weight, compact and carry a lot of essential vitamins and minerals to keep you healthy in even the most trying of environments
			*Spirulina
			*Maca
			*Wheatgrass
			*Goji and Acai berries
			*Hemp seeds or powder
			*Coco beans
			===Bread===
			*Homemade sourdough bread can be packed full of nuts and seeds and often can go for days without getting stale. Also, a sourdough starter is a nice gift for you new hosts.

			==Sleeping==
			*tent
			*Hammock
			:Good for urban camping because you can camp up in the trees, where people don't naturally look.
			:Lighter than tent
			:No need for insulating mattress
			:Bad in rainy weather
			::There are some waterproof ones.
			:No problem with dangerous fauna.
			*Tarp
			:Minimalist and very light solution.
			*Magic bed
			:Please [http://nomadbase.org/users/realitygaps Realitygaps] edit.

			==Money==
			* the German [http://www.dkb.de/privatkunden/dkb_cash/index.html DKB] Bank has a free plan with a Visa card with which you can withdraw money for free worldwide
			* There are various banks in the USA that dot he same provided you remain active on the account within certain time parameters.

			==Other sites with gear and tips==
			*Live nomadic by Tynan, [http://tynan.net/the-gear-of-life-nomadic Life Nomadic Gear]
			*The [http://www.ic.org Intentional communities] site links to hundreds of similar sites

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'''Gear''' is important for nomads. You want lightweight stuff that is useful and versatile like a swiss army knife.

* [[DIY equipment]]
* [[What to pack]]

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