Traveling alone is a very unique experience in that you\u2019ll get to learn more about yourself, whether you\u2019re hitting a campsite you\u2019ve been to numerous times or making a trip between cities you\u2019ve never been to before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lone wolves typically don\u2019t haul too much gear as there\u2019s no one to share the load with, and if you\u2019re not completely certain what you should bring on your solo voyage, consider taking the following items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An anti-theft backpack will be the most essential part of your gear. These packs are typically water-resistant and slashing-proof, as well as outfitted with numerous concealed compartments and pockets where you can store your most precious valuables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The locking zippers prevent anyone without the combination from accessing its contents, although the complexity of these locks varies from model to model. Comfort-wise, anti-theft backpacks offer similar performance to regular camping backpacks, and the same can be said about durability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you\u2019re looking for a backpack like this, make sure that it\u2019s made of lightweight, yet sturdy material<\/a>. Artificial leather and polyester are remarkably durable and reliable in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you\u2019re traveling on a bike, by car, or by plane, you\u2019ll want to be comfortable. This means that you shouldn\u2019t bring your best-looking clothes; rather travel in the lightest clothes with the highest level of breathability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tightly knit fabrics offer the least breathability while thinner materials with loose weaves will be perfect. Additionally, pay attention to the weather zone you\u2019re traveling into. Factors such as humidity, frequency of rains, and temperature should be considered before deciding what you\u2019ll wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is especially important for travelers that are accustomed to a very specific climate; Canadian and Russian people typically handle cold weather better than most people while African people tend to endure super-hot temperatures better. If your skin is accustomed to any of the extreme temperature levels (on either end of the spectrum), consider bringing both winter and summer clothes just to be safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As for breathability<\/a>, consider materials such as cotton, nylon, or polyester. Cotton is soft, very breathable, and less demanding than most other materials in terms of maintenance while nylon wicks away moisture better and dries rather quickly. It\u2019s not as comfortable as cotton, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should bring your most comfortable sneakers, as you won\u2019t have a decent opportunity to cherry-pick for a quality pair of shoes before reaching your destination. If you\u2019re making stops in between locations on your way, you could get by with an okay set of Nike rip-offs, but it\u2019s still better to begin your journey in a set of comfortable shoes.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Aside from comfort, you should also consider how well broken-in the shoes are, whether they are made of breathable and durable materials and whether you can replace their insoles. Brand-new shoes may fit well, but they\u2019re not nearly as comfortable as the shoes you\u2019ve worn for a few months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breathable shoes allow us to feel more comfortable for extended periods of time while removable insoles can be replaced with better ones should your originals fall out of place or wrinkle due to moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Even though among the most important things you should have anywhere you go, not many people know the true value of first-aid kits until they need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s a world of differences between a clean, sterile bandage and paper hand wipes that were left out open in your pocket ever since the beginning of the trip. Furthermore, you can use the adhesive tape inside the kit for anything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A typical first-aid kit contains a set of bandages, gauze rolls and pads, instant cold packs, elastic bandages, an emergency blanket, antiseptic wipes, a triangular bandage, a pair of sterile gloves, and tweezers. Hopefully, you won\u2019t need to use it, but it\u2019s always better to be prepared than sorry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Eventually, the batteries in your electronics are going to run out of juices, and you\u2019ll need a power bank to charge them regardless of where you may find yourself. They can come in handy even if you\u2019re planning to stay at hotels along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Essentially, power banks are typically fairly affordable, and their compactness makes them very useful traveling companions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A flashlight is an important tool that offers radiant visibility on the fly. Whether you\u2019ve lost your way out in the woods or need to check the plumbing in your recreational vehicle, you\u2019ll need to see what\u2019s ahead of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Headlights are even more useful for solo travelers who travel via RVs, although small, pocket-sized flashlights are far more valuable for pretty much everything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your smartphone runs out of batteries and you\u2019ve lost your charging station, you may find yourself in quite a problematic situation, as you won\u2019t be able to contact anyone. A spare, cheap cell phone with a post-paid SIM card can make your trips much, much safer, and more comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The great thing about cheap cell phones is that you can easily buy SIM cards of whatever country you find yourself in, which makes it an excellent choice for cross-country travelers. Again, this is a very affordable, compact tool that will come in handy on more occasions than you\u2019d imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBreathable clothing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Comfortable footwear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
First-aid Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Portable battery charger\/power bank<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Portable light sources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Spare cell phone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n