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Ready to hop on a plane? Don't forget these nine travel essentials.
Ready to hop on a plane? Don't forget these nine travel essentials. (Charles Dustin Sammann)

The Perfect Travel Kit of 2018

Comfort necessities for escape artists

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Ready to hop on a plane? Don't forget these nine travel essentials.
(Photo: Charles Dustin Sammann)

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Patagonia Nine Trails Shirt($45)

(Courtesy Patagonia)

The perfected. Sewn from polyester jersey treated with Polygiene, it can go several days without stink setting in. The fabric looks like cotton, pairs well with jeans, and wicks like a performance top.


Timbuk2 Nomad Clamshell Travel Kit ($49)

(Courtesy Timbuk2)

This is made from durable ripstop nylon. A center zip reveals two waterproof compartments, ensuring any shampoo-bottle mishaps don’t ruin absolutely everything in your suitcase. 


Eagle Creek No Matter What ­Flatbed Carry-On ($180)

(Courtesy Eagle Creek)

Given its durable, ­water-repellent fabric, heavy-duty treaded wheels, and ultrastrong, lightweight frame, this  is worthy of any off-road adventure. A quick-stash toiletries pocket and overhead-ready sizing are ideal for plane travel.


Lululemon On the Fly Pants ($98)

(Courtesy Lululemon)

With an incredibly soft, lightweight stretch fabric,  feel like your favorite sweatpants. But their tailored fit makes them classy enough to wear from airport to downtown.


LowePro GearUp Cases ($20 and up)

(Courtesy LowePro)

Keep cords tangle-free and accessories protected with a . Elastic straps and pockets make organization a breeze. A clear front panel and a removable pouch provide easy access on the fly.


Mountain Hardwear Women’s Firetower Long Sleeve Hoodie ($95)

(Courtesy Mountain Hardwear)

This  is cozy enough for an in-flight nap. But with stylish accents—extended sleeves with thumbholes, a contoured hood, and front pockets—it’s also casually refined.


Hydrapak Stash 1L Water Bottle ($25)

(Courtesy Hydrapak)

Save space in your pack with this  that collapses to just over two inches tall. It’s 100 percent BPA- and PVC-free and has a widemouth screw cap for easy filling.


JanSport Super FX DL Pack ($65)

(Courtesy JanSport)

The classic JanSport with black polyester and leather trim. The 25-liter pack has internal sleeves for a laptop and a tablet, and the padded straps and back provide all-day comfort. 


Adidas NMD R1 Shoes ($130)

(Courtesy Adidas)

Cushioned soles and stretchy mesh uppers make these comfortable for long days, and and leather accents are streetworthy. An oversize heel loop allows for easy removal at TSA checkpoints.

From ϳԹ Magazine, August 2018
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