Carrying and Protecting Belongings - Overland

Backpack
Overland trips really abuse your backpack, consider the following:

• A convertible backpack is an ideal choice - see our guide later.
• Look for - decent zips, a stream-line finish and a decent back system.
• Pack as light as possible, try to keep to the essentials.

Daysack

• A convertible backpack will often include a detachable daysack.
• Consider a dedicated daysack or shoulder bag.
• A waist pouch in addition to the day sack provides additional convenience.

Security
You will be constantly travelling into unfamiliar areas and wherever you go you could be at risk from opportunist thieves.
Keep your essential valuables on your person (passport, money, phone etc).
If you are in a high risk area consider a modern product such as Pacsafe or you could line your rucksack with chiken wire to ensure it cannot simply be slit open.

Packing accessories

• Heading for a wet environment - take waterproof stuff sacks.
• Consider zip wallets for storing small items such as medicine, toiletries etc.