Backpacking Masterlist

An accumulation of every single item I have ever seen someone bring backpacking with them.

Living out of a backpack makes people extremely creative. A lot of items on this list are not used for their intended purposes but serve as smaller, lighter alternatives. Sacrifices must be made when you have a limited capacity for what you can carry. I hope this list can help you to make those decisions.

Security/Safety

• RFID & NFC blocking wallets/cards: prevent scams and fraud.
• Waterproof backpack cover: keep items dry.
• Luggage Tags: no confusion on what belongs to you.
• Bag Zipper Clips
• Luggage Locks
• Steel Wire Keychain Cable
• Steel wire security cable for when you don't have a locker.
• Pad lock
• Door lock tools
• Window breaker/seat belt cutter
• Air tags
• Emergency Jewlery
• Satellite Phone
• Compass
• Whistle
• Accordion file folder or yellow envelope

Hygiene

• Hanging Toiletries Bag
• Soap for general cleaning
• Bodywash
• Face wash
• Soap storage solution containers, bags, and tins.
• Body scrubber
• Mosturizer / Lotion
• Toothbrush
• Miswak Stick
• Toothpaste
• Hair Brush/Comb
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Hair products like mousse, gel, spray, dry shampoo, and hydration spray.
• Hair accessories like bobbie pins, hair ties, bows, and claw clips.
• Hair tools: flat iron, etc. (may not work due to voltage issues; you'll need a converter.)
• Compact Towel: Don't bring a regular towel; it's a total waste of space.
• Mini Dry Bush
• Perfume
• Toiletie containers, bottles & tins [TSA Apparel]
• Hand Sanitizer
• Water filter

Feminine Hygiene

• Menstrual Products
• Lube
• Condoms
• Portable Bidet
• Kola Cloth
• Heating pad

Nail Kit

• Nail File
• Nail Clippers
• Cuticle pusher
• Polish
• Nail Brush
• Cuticle Oil

Laundry

• Dirty bag or pop-up hamper for keep your space tidy.
• Mesh bag keeping sock pairs & underwear from getting lost in the wash.
• Laundry soap
• Powder Bleach
• Tiny Spray Bottle [Vodka]
• Portable Clothing Dryer
• Wash Bag
• Clothes Wringer: clothes dry faster.
• Tiny Clothes Line
• Universal Sink Plug
• Shoe Cleaning Brush / Old Toothbrush

Kitchen / Food

• Knife Sharpener: A dull knife is a dangerous knife.
• Can Opener
• Soda Can Cover Tool
• Seasonings
• A strainer
• Small binder clips / chip clips
• Reusable Napkins
• Tote Bag for groceries
• Snap Fold Bowl
• Steel Cutlery [Knife, spoon, fork, chopsticks, straight straw, jumbo straw, scissors]
• Colapsing cup
• Travel tea sets

Sleep

• Ear Plugs
• Sleeping bag liner
• Bonnet
• Travel Pillow
• Chin strap
• Nose opener
• Inflatable couch
• Sleep Eye Mask
• Silk pillowcase

Electronics

• Tech Pouch
• Tablet + Case
• Phone + Case + Layard
• Cables
• Chargers
• Battery Pack / Power Bank
• SD Cards
• SD Card Reader
• SD Card Case 
• Flashlight for late nights in hostels
• USB-C to A adapter just in case.
• Universal Travel Adapter if you need one.
• Wireless Headphones / Earbuds for daily use.
• Wire headphones/earbuds for the plane
• Blue light glasses

Content Creation

• Laptop + Sleeve
• Laptop Stand
• Keyboard & Mouse
• Notebook + Pens
• Film Light
• Camera + Accessories
• Phone stand or tripod

Miscellaneous

• Binoculars
• Mini folding chair
• Duck Tape
• Screw Driver 24 in 1
• Swim goggles
• B-7000 Glue
• Ziploc bags
• Handkerchiefs
• Sunglasses
• Hero Clip
• Carabiners

Organization

• Wet Bag
• Passport Wallet
• Dust Bags
• Fanny Pack
• Day bag
• Packing Cubes
• Small Pouches