T minus 3 days until we leave for Costa Rica and Peru. It’s time to pack!
I’ve made a conscious effort to take less clothing this time, as we will have to take more random stuff like sun-screen and big-spray. I’m not quite sure I have succeeded…but the pile looks smaller:
Well…crap…I just did the math and I am only down 1 thing from the Europe pile.
Here is the breakdown of what’s going in the bag this time:
- 2 tank tops – I actually found some that aren’t spaghetti straps or have armholes I can fit my torso through. Thanks, Target!
- 4 short sleeved t-shirts – two are fancy wicking material (ugly) and 2 are regular t-shirts (including my motorcycle shirt which is going on every trip).
- 1 long-sleeved wicking shirt – Since I have never taken part in anything that resulted in a getting a free technical material shirt, this is one I stole from John. It’s from the Ragnar relay from Chattanooga to Nashville. This one is going to keep the mosquitoes at bay. Hopefully.
- 1 button up shirt – I’ve always had this fantasy of finding a cool button-up that I can waltz around in, looking relaxed and carefree. The reality is, they never fit right, shrink at first wash and end up being ignored in my closet. I gave the one I bought for Europe the boot (too see-through) here’s hoping this one does better. My only concern is that the grey and white stripes make it look a bit ‘incarcerate-y’ and may prompt a lot of convict jokes from John.
- 1 long sleeved cardigan – I can’t not take a cardigan. This one is mainly for slubbing around in.
- 2 pairs of adventure pants – One has pockets, one doesn’t…it’s the best I can do with an ass my size.
- 1 light-weight skirt – fancy!
- 1 DRESS – yes, folks…you actually read that correctly. I’m taking a gamble here and taking an item of clothing that displays skin on the top AND the bottom. More news as it happens.
- I pair of leggings for sleeping/slubbing in – I loved having these in Europe, so they made the cut again!
- NorthFace fleece – duh.
- Keens – duh.
- Two scarves – I know these seems silly, but they make me feel normal. Plus, one is big enough to be used as a cover-up on the beach, which I am sure we all will appreciate.
- 6 pairs of Christmas Socks – These are really great, they dry quickly and they recently belonged to my Mum, so a little piece of her gets to come too.
Not Pictured:
- 6 pairs of my ‘unmentionables’ – You’re welcome.
- My Keen sandals – I was wearing them at the time.
- Bathing Suit – ugh. I still have to buy one. Maybe. (RATS!!! – Now I’m back up to Europe counts again).
Yes...I could probably lose a t-shirt or two…but those wicking shirts are so damn ugly. They are acceptable when you are actually exercising..but they are a bit over-kill for any other situation. I feel the same about polo shirts…if it’s not logo-wear, and you are not on duty…is there really a good reason to wear them, fellas? I need some clothes I don’t look like an impostor in.
I tried out our patented ziploc/vacuum-seal technique and was surprised to find that all my clothes would comfortably fit inside Lincoln. I’m not sure which is more worrying: a) 2 months worth of clothes can fit inside my dog, or b) I’m obviously bringing way too much.
Also, unless I decide to go nudist during this trip, I can subtract 1 pair of pants and socks, a shirt and a scarf from the pile to put on my body. Stay tuned for gadgets and other junk!
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365 Days on the Road 
This is SO helpful, thank you. I am so nerdy about packing and I will be keeping this page handy for when I pack for Costa Rica in January!
January will be hot, hot, hot! I’ll be updating the post with comments after our trip. Have fun!