The Packing List: Longyearbyen
The Packing List: Longyearbyen
WANDRD Hexad Duffel
This was the duffel I decided to bring along on my monthlong sabbatical. The backpack straps let me sling it across the front of my body to counterbalance the Mystery Ranch Commuter Zen pack I wore on my back, and the side compartments kept all my film and cameras readily accessible without having to unzip the whole bag.
Mystery Ranch Commuter Zen Backpack
This was my main backpack throughout the trip and now that I’m back home it’s still the only one I use. The front velcro pouch has a built-in lanyard and side-access zipper that lets you swing the pack around and unlock a door or grab your passport without having to take the bag off completely. This was huge since I usually had my hands full with a ton of stuff, especially at the airport.
Fujifilm X100F Camera
This is the first digital camera I’ve owned and I love it so far. On the trip I mostly shot film during the day, and then as soon as it got dark or I wanted to capture the interior of a bar or restaurant, I switched to the Fuji X100F. It’s super-sleek and easy to use. Definitely a great place to start if you’re new to shooting digital.
Carhartt Ski Mask
The steeziest ski mask I could find on such short notice. I wore this with a Carhartt fleece neck gaiter on a few especially cold nights in Svalbard and Tromsø.
DSPTCH Camera Strap
Threw this on the Fuji X100F before I left and I was stoked on how it held up. It’s slim enough to easily tuck beneath a jacket hood, and the perfect length to wrap around your wrist when you need a shorter leash. By far my favorite camera strap I’ve used.
Proof Nova Jacket
A really awesome lightweight layer that also packs down into a water bottle-sized pillow that was a whole lot comfier than the ones you get on overnight international flights.