Getting a gift for a traveler must be of a certain size and weight since the person would need as much space as possible to fit in with all of their luggage and peripherals. There are many top electronics that fit this criteria that can be bought for the traveler to make his travel time a lot easier.

Instead of lugging around a regular laptop you can buy a netbook which is much smaller and lighter than a regular laptop but just slightly less powerful and makes a great splurge gift and are very easy to use on a cramped airplane. The prices for netbooks have come down recently and can cost anywhere from $200 up to $1000.

Another great splurge gift is an ebook reader. One of the best on the market is the Amazon Kindle which is great for the traveler who likes to read but does not want to be bogged down with books, magazines and newspapers which are all available on this device. The Kindle currently cost $259 and can be delivered straight to your traveler from Amazon.

For the traveler who likes the outdoors a great gift is a GPS device. These come in several different styles according to what it is used for. For someone hiking or camping a garmin rugged outdoor handheld GPS device would be great since these come preloaded with maps for their locations and are not affected by rain or a fall.

For a traveler visiting a new city a small magellan device would be better suited since they are small and unobtrusive. GPS devices have a very large price point and can range in price from as low as $49.99 toa high of $2000, so make sure to get the one that makes the most sense for your traveler.

Most travelers would welcome a distraction to help pass the time when in transit, which explains why mp3 players are so popular among travelers. They are small, extremely lightweight and most are very simple to use.

This makes a great electronics splurge gift because it fits all of the criteria needed for traveling and also has a high entertainment and use value also. Most mp3 players are now capable of storing thousands of songs and some even play video.

This is not the usual Christmas gift list about “Top 10 of…” or “The best presents for…”

It’s a list of presents ideas and suggestions for a traveller who likes the outdoor adventure activities….don’t forget the solar battery charger too

The best gift for a people who likes travels is sure a trip.

You can learn how to organize a trip for him here.

Here the big list of gift suggestions

Accessories

Carabiners

Carabiners are aluminum ovals with spring-loaded gates, used to clip two pieces of gear together or gear to a rope.

Here You can read a buyer’s guide to learn how to find them

Swiss Army knives

A Swiss Army knife (SAK), is a brand of multi-function pocket knife or multitool. Generally speaking, a Swiss Army knife has a blade as well as various tools, such as screwdrivers and can openers.

You can buy different types of swiss knifes here. For tech lovers it’s also possible to buy the “Swissbit”. A knife with an USB pen integrated.

Flashlights

A flashlight torch is a hand-held portable electric spotlight. Here you can search and compare for Flashlights offers

Handheld water purifier

Water purifier is an useful tool that uses the UV radiation as an effective viricide and bactericide. Disinfection using UV radiation is more commonly used in foreign countries or not verified water sources before drinking. Here more info to buy it

Telescoping walking stick or trekking poles

Trekking poles (also known as hiking poles, hiking sticks or walking poles) are a commonly used to help hiking. Unlike ski poles they are often made in two or three sections and can be extended and retracted as necessary for use.

Here an useful tutorial about how to choose trekkign poles

The Notebook portable flat-folding barbecue

It’s a lightweight and easy to carry accessory. It can be unfolded into an instant barbecue. You can buy it from Gadgetshop.com

The PacSafe TravelSafe 100

It is a very handy tool to safe passport or extra money while touring. The Travel Safe 100 is a compact, lightweight security pouch that allows you to lock up your valuables wherever there is a stationary item to attach it to, in or out of doors. You can read a detailed schedule here

Technology

SPOT Satellite Messenger

It’s a GPS device used for emergency. It sends alerts and broadcast the sender’s GPS coordinates. It can be used also as a tracking tool to let Your contacts know where you are and that you’re OK.

On Findmespot.com you can find more info on how it functions.

A portable UV monitor

It’s a great gadget that lets you know exactly how strong the sun’s rays. It tells you how much sun is getting to your skin and how much is too much. Useful in case of long walks during summer period or location under the sun (Mountains, Deserts, etc…) You can find more info here

A solar backpack

It’s a normal bag equipped with a handy solar panel which stores energy from the sun while you are hiking along. Very useful for long trips. It helps to generated energy that can be used to charge devices like cell phone, cameras, etc…More info here

Universal charger

Solio Hybrid1000 is an universal charger that link a solar panel with a battery. It can power an array of mobile devices, from MP3 players and cell phones to digital cameras and a GPS.

Here where to buy it

Books & co.

Amazon is the best website where search for books and related.

You can do a little search to find

• Personalized books (guides, magazines, travel, outdoors, etc…)
• Guidebooks and maps to places your travelers would like to visit

Photography

Instead of the usual digital cameras, why don’t you choose a webservice where You can create your own hard covered photo books with the pictures of your travels.

The services that do this are:

• My Publisher
• Shutterfly
• Kodak Gallery
• Apple’s iPhoto

Read more

• 2007 Holiday Gift Guide: Guide to Gift Guides
• The Ultimate Emergency Gadget
• Dee’s Geek-Friendly Holiday Gift Guide
• 3 Christmas Gift Ideas
• Gift idea help
• Holiday Gift Ideas Blog

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Most cyclist before start their travel should learn:

• What bicycle use
• How to choose the right clothing
• The tips for good riding

More and more people have discovered the bicycle as a mean of transport ideal for their vacations. Who has tried it (with no doubts) thinks that a vacation with a bicycle is like returning children and play for an entire day in the open-air.

How do it? Here are the essentials good to know.

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Surely the best bicycle to chose is the one called “Hybrid” or “All Terrain”. A bike that combine its characteristics from the simple road bike and the MTB.

The hybrid bike is the queen of cycle tourism. The handlebar can be flat as the mountain bike, but preferably with extensions that allow you to change the position of hands.

The accessories for the bike

• Useful, often indispensable: Front and rear lamps
• Cycle-computer for partial and total distance, speed and instantaneous clock
• Mudguards: those in plastic  without the need for pins or screws
• Extension handlebar to change hands position on the handlebars
• Porter with fixed grants. The best are in aluminum. For long trips, as well as the rear, before the fork mount those type “low rider”.  The frame should be prepared with loops and holes.
• Bags: two rear and one on the handlebar for personal effects. Two front and low for long journeys. The objects heavier go placed on the bottom. Better waterproof, otherwise get plastic envelopes.
• Combined shoes and pedals, which provides a pedal round that optimizes performances
• To be ready for emergency repairs. It is essential the first aid bag with: kit for drilling (patches, glue, sandpaper), an inner tube, levers to pull the little tires, pump, English keys by 8, 10 and 15, pliers, screwdriver small cross, cables gear brake.

credit: Velaia (ParisPeking)

The wardrobe of the cycle tourist
If you face long trips, it is essential to know how to dress.

• Helmet: It is better to have it always in “mind”.
• Gloves: against possible irritation and blistering caused by prolonged contact with the handlebar. In case of falls, it will also protect your hands from excoriation.
• Sunglasses: lightweight and unbreakable, protect from sun, wind and insects.
• Shorts: those in synthetic fiber protect the perineum, the most requested area, ensure the just freedom of movement.
• Anti-wind jacket:  Windtex or Windstopper are good ones. These membranes allow perspiration outside the steam produced by the body and simultaneously are impervious to wind.
• Waterproof Jacket: Good, but expensive products in Gore-Tex.

Recommendations for a  good ride
Leaving for a trip or a vacation requires good physical condition. There is no need to be trained as those who practice cycling racing, but we must have a good background,  that is the ability to exercise action but not intense and prolonged standing habit of hours in the saddle.

Being  well trained will require planning some extra biking weekends before the vacation.

Another dowry fundamental for cycle tourist is adapt to climatic and environmental conditions. Do not scare before a climb, not attacking so bold (typical error of beginners), but rise gently without claiming to shorten the effort by increasing the pace.

Other enemy, perhaps worst of the climb, is the wind. Against him the muscles are not needed, it should be serenity: put the right gear, which allows a nimble pedal to pedal without haste.

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How to not stay Hungry
Cycling is mainly aerobic involving a great consume of energy extended overtime.

In particular during the pedal You must respect a fundamental principle:

When you’re riding you never have to wait thirst and hunger for eating and drinking, when the symptoms arrive it is already too late.

So, to avoid that legs lose strength, we must take liquids regularly, once every 15-20 minutes and solid foods easy to digest in small quantities but continuously, once every 40 or 50 minutes.

The salts should be taken especially after the effort, instead sugars should be easily assimilated.

In concrete terms?

In pockets and close at hand should never miss some fruit (an apple, a banana, energy bars made with dried fruit and cereals).

In borax instead goes much tea enriched with honey.

Like this post? And You, what’s your favorite tip about cycling?

Thanks to Druclimb

After releasing the first section of Beginner’s guide to approach hiking, I’ve send it to some of the best hiking experts that have an active blog.

Here you are what they replied me…nothing else

Jon’s reply:

The posting looks pretty good to me. I’m not really a hiking expert so I haven’t got a lot to offer in terms of questions. I did see a comment about swollen hands when hiking. This happens to runners too and it seems to be related to dehydration and low electrolytes. Proper hydration and electrolyte intake may help hikers too.

Rick’s reply:

In North America we …

+ Never take “tinned” food
+ Never take jeans

About 30% of hikers here have given up on boots. (Including me.) Instead we wear walking shoes, sometimes called Approach Shoes or trail runners.

Other than that, it looks good.

You could add a question something like, How do I reduce the weight of my pack?

Possibly, …

Should I day hike, or do a multi-day hike? It takes much more experience, gear and pack weight to multi-day. Beginners should start with day hikes. Or base camp day hikes.

Rick writes for the blog http://www.besthike.com/blog

Olga’s reply:

That’s a great post – you provided a lot of good information! I don’t think I could add anything other than woman might want to be sure to wear a supportive bra or a sports bra to keep “things” under control!

You can follow Olga here http://olgathetravelingbra.blogspot.com

Sara’s reply:

The post is really good. You might want to add something about dealing with wild animals (bear, wolf, cougar, etc.).

Cheers to a great new year!

You can read her website http://www.saraost.com

Wade’s reply:

That’s an excellent resource! The only thing I can think of (it’s actually pretty complete as far as I can tell) would be tips on winter hiking. Things like the “cotton kills” axiom, and maybe some suggestions on rain gear? Either way, I’d love to post about your list and put up a link on the great outsmores if that’s OK with you.

Wade write for the blog http://outdoorsblogger.com

Chris reply:

Here are some ideas for your post; you can decide if they are valuable or not:

Calories burned: how many miles can I hike — for both of these questions the answer varies a great deal depending on the pitch and the surface. People have to be much more conservative in their estimates of how long it takes if they are ascending hills or mountains, or if the trail surface is really rugged.

Here in the Northwest we sometimes hike in rock slides and streambeds, which take FOREVER to get through… it can take an hour to go half a mile. To me this is important, because people should not expect to be home before dark assuming they can cover 3 miles per hour in all terrain.

Drinking water: another tip for all endurance sports is to start drinking more water 2 or 3 days before a long hike or long trip. Hydrating only on the day of the trip is not as effective.

Shewee! Ha! In the US, women just duck behind a tree.

Knee injuries: This I have experience with. Use spring-loaded hiking poles! By incorporating your arms you can take a lot of pressure off your knees. This is important in the mountains (but not very important on flat hikes). I once hiked for four days with poles, carrying a huge pack (50 pounds), and just a few months after knee surgery. I was fine because of the poles.

Mosquitoes: in the US, our mosquitoes are effectively deterred by any repellent that contains DEET. Other repellents do not work. Another tip: keep moving!

Shorts or jeans? Here we say: cotton kills! Jeans absorb water too easily and don’t keep you warm. Better to wear shorts, and if it’s cold, wear nylon leggings (bottom long-underwear) under the shorts. Also, fleece pants are very warm and dry. Jeans would only be OK for short hikes in dry weather, although I would never wear them. Over here, we don’t have many days when it’s certain to be dry in the mountains.

What you must bring: In the US we call this the Ten Essentials. You can find them here from Wikipedia

Boots: you say when they are broken — you mean, broken IN!

Hot drinks: now there are special mugs with small heaters attached. Not essential, but in cold weather this is a great way to stay warm.

Rattlesnakes: always keep your eyes and ears open. They are easy to see or hear, as long as you are paying attention. I’ve only ever seen them heading in the other direction, they don’t want to deal with us.

[Ah, I see you have a section on hiking poles. Good stuff.]

Good luck Enrico!

Chris writes for the blog http://www.podiumcafe.com

Chris Townsend’s reply:

It’s difficult for me to answer your query as much of your answers to the questions are opinions, some of which I agree with and some of which I don’t. For example I don’t wear two pairs of socks, which I find uncomfortable and can lead to blisters. However that’s not to say that two pairs aren’t right for some people.

Blisters are caused by poorly fitting footwear so anyone prone to blisters should first check the fit of their footwear. I cover this in detail in my Backpacker’s Handbook and you can also find a piece by me on the web here.

With regard to water I only drink half a litre or more an hour in extremely hot weather. Most days out I don’t drink more than a litre while walking, and maybe half a litre before the walk. Again, everyone is different here. I don’t think the “how to purify water” solar still is much use as it involves materials unlikely to be carried on a walk and anyway would only work in sunny weather.

It certainly wouldn’t be any use here in Scotland most of the year! Mind you, I don’t treat water in the hills here but drink straight from streams. For emergency purification drops or tablets like Aqua Mira or iodine are best.

With regard to the distance people can walk I think it’s worth mentioning type of terrain, amount of ascent and weight carried as these all make a difference. Some people can walk at 4mph on the flat.

Trekking poles can help take the strain off the knees and properly fitting footwear with supportive footbeds are important. “Comfortable” footwear can still be bad for your feet, ankles and knees.

Food for a multi-day hike – I would never carry cans, they are just too heavy. Dehydrated foods in packets are far better. There’s no need for more fat – carbohydrate is what speeds you along the trail – and simple sugars give an energy rush followed by a slump – I’d suggest complex carbohydrates instead.

What’s best shorts or jeans? Jeans are generally never recommended as being cotton they are cold when wet and take ages to dry. Synthetic or cotton/synthetic hiking trousers are much better.

Your well known brands of boots presumably applies to Italy. Only Hi-Tec are a big name in the UK. Here you’d list Scarpa, Brasher, Meindl, Zamberlan, Berghaus, Contour, Karrimor, Inov8 and others before the ones you list.

How to stay warm at night – in cold weather I often sleep with my mouth and nose inside the sleeping bag. I never sleep in a hat.

Rattlesnakes can be found on trails! I’ve gone off trail at times to avoid them.

I could write much more. Overall I’d suggest researching some of your answers more and making it clear when you’re stating a fact and when an opinion. You have a great many questions here – the answers could take up a book!

Good luck with your posts.

Best wishes, Chris http://www.christownsendoutdoors.co.uk

Venture tree reply:

Thanks again for keeping in touch. I read your QA on hiking and could not think of anything to add to your blog. I looks like you covered pretty much most of the essential information for hiking and backpacking. Great Job, by the way! The only thing that I could think of adding is a map and compass QA. maybe some info about map reading would be helpful.

Let me know if this helps!

Venturetree Team Nashville TN http://venturetree.blogspot.com

Jamie’s reply:

Sorry to get back to you so late, but I found this post to be very informative about an activity that I truly enjoy…trekking!

Weight Distribution: The only things that I can comment on, or have something to add, is with packing your pack’ and ‘training’. I took a class in university on trekking (believe it or not!) and I found the advice very helpful about packing, with great emphasis on even weight distribution, with the ‘base’ of the weight as low as possible, as when something heavy, say, a stove, or fuel, is higher in the pack, it creates pressure, or strains the back.

Itinerary and Water…..2 Essentials: Also, when organizing a hike, at least in North America, it’s always a good idea to leave an itinerary with friends. So, if somethings goes awry, it won’t go unnoticed. I try to make sure I have a water source mapped out, as well as packed water in advance, when trekking in arid regions, such as the American Southwest (Arches National Park, for example). Or, when traveling in pairs, one person would carry tent,food,stove, etc….while the other person carried 2-3 gallons of water.

Layering Clothing: I’ve found from personal experience, that it is best to layer clothing, limiting clothes to those which allow your body to ‘breathe’. Neoprene, thermal long underwear as a base, used with a ’shell’ gore-tex jacket for inclement weather, such as rain or snow. I save space by packing two pairs of socks, a heavy and light pair, using them as gloves as well. I usually skimp on clothing if I am making a longer, multi-day trek, saving space for more food! Another thing, try to avoid cotton shirts, as they absorb moisture, and are less than ideal in winter conditions.

Well, that’s about it!. On a personal note, I’m moving to Bulgaria sometime next year, and cannot wait to go trekking in Europe. I’ve done a great deal of trekking already in ‘the Americas’….Keep up the good work with your blog!! All the best, Jamie

You can read more on Jamie’s blog http://fublitz.blogspot.com

Bryan’s reply:

I’m reading through the post, but I thought I’d offer a few suggestions.

The video on the solar still may be particularly useful in a survival situation, but I always carry a water filter/purifier while backpacking. For day hikes I might carry it too, but if not, I always carry purification tablets like iodine for emergencies.

I would add to the question on avoiding knee injuries this bullet point. Consider using trekking poles. This will ease the impact on your knees.

I would add to the question on avoiding blisters Stop once in a while and remove your boots and socks. This will help your feet air out as well as give you an opportunity to notice any hot spots where a blister may soon form.

That’s all I can think of at the moment. I’m sure there’s more and I’ll review it again tomorrow.

Bryan Young

Thanks to Rickmccharles

Have you ever asked yourself:

• How to buy hiking boots?
• How to keep drinks hot while hiking?
• How to make hiking stick?

Here the ultimate list of “how to” sites and tutorials on adventure travels, hiking, cycling and other active sports.

[P.S. - At the bottom of the post there is a table where search directly tips from the best trusted websites]

Instructions and tutorials

• Outside magazine is an American active-lifestyle and adventure-travel magazine dedicated to covering people, activities and gear.
• Glossary from the adventure travel trade association.
• A list of tips on how to find the right stuff; what to pack; Etc…

Hiking tips and guides

• The Backpacking & Hiking Guide for beginners features backpacking basics, hiking instruction and guidance for the beginner backpacker.
• This Hiking guide will teach you how to get started in hiking, what gear beginner hikers should look at, especially hiking boots, socks and backpacks and how to make the right choice that will fit the trail you want to hike.
• Get the skills you need to become a better hiker….
• Learn what you need to know to enjoy hiking
• Learn some essential aspects such as hiking training, rules and etiquette: Hiking Basics; Feet & Foot Care for Hiking; Hiking Preparations; Outdoor Nutrition.

Hiking gear guides

• Function and selection of outdoor gear: Poles, Boots, Tents, and so on…
• Hiking boots buying guide
• Useful info on how to choose; skills and knowledge; gear checklist; gear care and repair and quick tips

Hiking gear reviews

• Backpacking and Hiking gear reviews. Check out the reviews that might save you some money–and keep you from getting stranded in the backcountry.
• Real gear reviews from real people. The authors review things they actually buy first. They use it, abuse it and then write about it.
• Backpacking, camping and hiking reviews.
• Read the best reviews from verified buyers about camping, hiking and backpacking.
• Backpacking light magazine provides information, including gear reviews, technique articles and publications.
• Fitnesstravelgear.com

Hiking glossaries

• www.hike-nh.com/faq/glossary
• www.davidalbeck.com/hiking/glossary.html

Hiking tips

• On this page you’ll read tips and tricks for hiking in the heat, preventing and/or dealing with blisters, logistics of hiking, winter hiking and the answer to the question: When is the best time of day to cross a mountain stream?
• Over 200 pages of tips and advice covering walking, hiking, trekking, gear, health benefits of walking, walking and hiking for beginners, training and nutrition.
• Hiking and backpacking tips to go off tramping in the woods and to ensure a safe hike.
• Simple hiking tips
• Hiking tips and essentials
• The author shares some of the tips and tricks he learned by joining hiking groups.

Other resources – www.resourcehelp.com

Other useful websites

There are other great websites where find useful tips and tutorials about outdoor travels and active sports.

Below a table where search for specific tips on Hiking, Trekking, Cycling and Backpacking.

Where find answers

• http://answers.yahoo.com
• http://askville.amazon.com
• http://qna.live.com
• http://www.answerbag.com
• http://answers.google.com
• http://wiki.answers.com

Forums and communities

• List of adventure travel communities
• http://www.boardtracker.com
• http://groups.google.com
• http://groups.yahoo.com

General knowledge websites

• http://dictionary.reference.com
• http://en.wikipedia.org
• http://encarta.msn.com
• http://www.britannica.com
• http://search.about.com
• http://www.answers.com

General tutorials and “how to”

• http://www.howstuffworks.com
• http://www.instructables.com
• http://www.ehow.com
• http://www.koonji.com
• http://www.lovetoknow.com
• http://www.suite101.com
• http://www.wikihow.com
• http://www.knowledgehound.com
• http://help.com
• http://www.lifetips.com

How to videos websites

• http://www.expertvillage.com
• http://www.sutree.com
• http://www.tricklife.com
• http://www.videojug.com
• http://www.householdhacker.com
• http://www.5min.com
• http://www.viewdo.com
• http://www.sclipo.com
• http://helpfulvideo.com
• http://teachertube.com

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Thanks to Iandavid

Here a simple tutorial to help you build a list of the essential gear to carry with you while travelling.

By reading this article you’ll find info on:

• The checklist of equipment to pack
• The list of comparing websites
• A buyer’s guide
• List of links to review websites
• The directory of brands in alphabetical order
• A list of tips to pack your gear

List of site where compare products

• Sporting Goods
• Sports and Outdoors
• Sportswear
• Camping & Hiking

List of buyer’s guide

• Sportsauthority.com – How To Buy General Camping Accessories
• Cbssportsstore.com – How To Buy A Backpack
• Cbssportsstore.com – How To Buy A Sleeping Bag
• Cbssportsstore.com – How to Buy Hiking Boots
• Away.com – Outdoor Gear Guide
• Ebay.com – Camping Buying Guide
• Ebay.com – A Quick Guide to Choosing a Backpack
• Ebay.com – How to Choose a Sleeping Pad
• Ebay.com – Tips on finding the right trekking poles

Links to review sites

• Reviewcentre.com – Compare reviews of camping equipment
• Epinions.com – Sports & Outdoors
• Backpackinglight.com – Reader Gear Reviews
• Backpackgeartest.org – Backpack Gear Test
• Gearreview.com – Adventure Travel Reviews
• Rei.com – Camp/Hike Expert Advice

List of brands

• Rei.com/brands – Alphabetical links of brands of outdoor gear and clothing
• Nomadik.com – Brand Directory

List of gear

• 1 Liter water bottle
• Alpenstock
• Anti-bacterial cream
• Anti-diarrhea medicine
• Backpack
• Bathing suit
• Batteries
• Boots
• Bug repellent
• Camera
• Clothes
• Convertible backpack
• Convertible pants
• Copies of important documents (Check, passport, visa, etc…)
• Cotton underwear
• Extra camera batteries
• Extra pair of glasses
• Garlic Tablets
• Gloves
• Gore-Tex jacket and pull
• Hat
• Headlamp
• Maps
• Money belt
• Multitask knife
• Parts
• Rain poncho
• Rehydration salts
• Rollers
• Rucksack
• Saddles
• Safety Pins
• Shaving Accessories
• Shoes
• Shorts
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping mat
• Socks
• Sticks
• Sun cream
• Sun glasses
• Toilet Paper
• Torch
• Trash bags
• Trousers
• T-shirts
• Watch
• Water proof jacket
• Water treatment
• Wipes

How to Pack the Right Equipment for Hiking

Packing tips

The trick to packing for adventure travel is to pack:

1. Light
2. Inconspicuous
3. Cheap

• Luggage – Think small and inconspicuous. Dark colours like brown and black will attract less attention. Pack as small as possible (30-45 liters)
• Clothing – Think light and breathable. Choose ones with collars to keep the sun off your neck. Choose pants with cargoes to zip off the legs and turn into shorts. Take care to underwear and socks to stay warm.
• Shoes – 1° of all don’t let your shoes outside the door to dry.
• Instead of a suitcase, carry a big, soft, rugged duffel bag.
• Throw out film boxes and take new clothing out of a trash package.
• Bring along small toys to help break the ice with local kids and adults

Before a trip

• Ehow.com – Prepare for a Hiking Trip
• Ehow.com – Food for a Backpacking Trip
• Ehow.com – Pack food for Backpacking
• Ehow.com – How to Cook in the Snow When Backpacking

Read more

• What to Pack: Adventure Travel
• Gear and clothing necessities
• Packing list [PDF]
• Backpacking Checklist (Gear List)

Last day I was reading the list of the best “How to” websites where find tutorials on different topics on readwriteweb.com

The main tech accessories to carry with you during a trip are:

• Digital camera
• Ipod
• Gps
• Cell phone

So…try to imagine the situation where you forgot to charge your batteries…

• How to take a picture?
• How to send a message?
• How to find a cellphone charger?

…what to do?

Browsing the websites suggested in the blog above, I’ve found a lot of useful survival “how to” videos and tutorials to get out from emergencies.

How to use a flashlight to charge your cell phone

How to charge an Ipod with Gatorade and Onion

Making simple solar panels

Here a list of other useful tutorials that may help you

• Lost Your Charger? How to Charge any Battery Survival-Style
• How to charge a cell phone with a battery. Charging a cell phone in a simple way.
• How to make your own solar bag
• Residential solar energy systems

Tips to charge your devices by simply bicycling.

• How to charge any USB device by riding your bike

• How to make a bike charger for your iPod!

If you want to increase the duration of your batteries

• Batteries life (cell phone , camcorder , any rechargeable)

• How to recharge batteries for free