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Rongnongno Loc: FL

bjprovo wrote:

I have all of my equipment already listed in an Excel spreadsheet. It is then easy to create a new column for a specific trip and check off the equipment I am taking with me.

That is a good idea as you can keep track over time.

Since this will allow you to create statistics, do you use this in order to discard what you know you will not use considering your past records?

DavidPine Loc: Fredericksburg, TX

I use a roller bag when I travel and I carry a sling case. Both carry on. I can't seem to leave anything behind. Insurance wise, I have an APA policy with State Farm that is zero deductible and is good for loss, theft or damage anywhere in the world. In the event of theft, I need to provide a written police report of some kind. The insurance company has a list of equipment insured so I don't have to make an extra list. Have fun.

Rongnongno wrote:

Before I travel I take a picture of the equipment ... (show quote)

berchman Loc: South Central PA

Rongnongno wrote:

Well, I pack a D800e + 2 primes and a 'zoom' as we... (show quote)

Which areas are you referring to? I know that I experienced a very unpleasant interaction in Berlin when I tried for a candid shot. Is the GoPro for video or for stills? If the latter, wouldn't an iPhone do just as well if not better for being unobtrusive?

Rongnongno Loc: FL

berchman wrote:

Which areas are you referring to? I know that I experienced a very unpleasant interaction in Berlin when I tried for a candid shot. Is the GoPro for video or for stills? If the latter, wouldn't an iPhone do just as well if not better for being unobtrusive?

France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and possibly Spain.

Gopro is for video person pov with a chest harness as to present public markets and the like.

No apple product under my name. I refuse to pay a premium for something I can do for much less, sorry.

berchman Loc: South Central PA

Rongnongno wrote:

France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and possibly Spain.

Gopro is for video person pov with a chest harness as to present public markets and the like.

No apple product under my name. I refuse to pay a premium for something I can do for much less, sorry.

I shopped for my first smart phone a few months ago. My main interest in getting a smart phone was to take candid shots inconspicuously, since everyone and his brother is out there staring at their phones. I tested the iPhone 6+ against the Samsung Note 4 and the Apple's pictures were better, so I overpaid ($900) and got the factory unlocked iPhone contract free. But for computers, I'd never go for Apple. They charge more for what one can do for less and I can get lifetime support without paying extra by getting my computer from places like Falcon Northwest and Digital Storm.

Shrtrnd

Sounds to me like you already know what you take with you. Why do you need a record of some sort when you already have it very well memorized? Personally, I don't take a bunch of equipment with me when traveling. Keep it stupid simple.

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

bsprague wrote:

ExOfficio

Don't forget the ExOfficio underwear!!
You can do the whole trip with one pair and won't even need to wear pants!!!
They are THAT good!! :lol: :lol:
SS

Rongnongno Loc: FL

Shrtrnd wrote:

Sounds to me like you already know what you take with you. Why do you need a record of some sort when you already have it very well memorized? Personally, I don't take a bunch of equipment with me when traveling. Keep it stupid simple.

I have short term memory!!!

(half kidding, I was always looking for my glasses when they were on my nose... No more! ah, oh reading glasses trouble now)

Collie lover Loc: St. Louis, MO

Rongnongno wrote:

Before I travel I take a picture of the equipment ... (show quote)

What a clever idea. Never thought of doing this. Will do this the next time I travel.

har1ey4 Loc: Long Island, New York

Rongnongno wrote:

That is a good idea as you can keep track over time.

Since this will allow you to create statistics, do you use this in order to discard what you know you will not use considering your past records?

I always put a card with my name,address and phone number with email in camera bag just in case I lose camera bag and an honest person finds it. I also have a list of meds I am on (diabetic) in the bag also

nickims2 Loc: Mississippi currently

If you knew the answer, why ask the question?

Rongnongno Loc: FL

nickims2 wrote:

If you knew the answer, why ask the question?

Please do tell how I can predict anyone's answer to:

I wrote:

What method do you use if any?

I am interested to know how a godlike being like you can answer that for everyone...

bjprovo Loc: Northeast CT

I don't really have enough equipment where this is an issue. It does allow me the peace of mind to know what I have with me on a trip. I email myself a copy of the list just to make sure I have everything with me as I move from place to place.

Rongnongno wrote:

That is a good idea as you can keep track over time.

Since this will allow you to create statistics, do you use this in order to discard what you know you will not use considering your past records?

bjprovo Loc: Northeast CT

Also, the list has the serial numbers so if anything ever did end up missing I would have the numbers to immediately turn over to the police.

Rongnongno wrote:

That is a good idea as you can keep track over time.

Since this will allow you to create statistics, do you use this in order to discard what you know you will not use considering your past records?

Collie lover Loc: St. Louis, MO

har1ey4 wrote:

I always put a card with my name,address and phone number with email in camera bag just in case I lose camera bag and an honest person finds it. I also have a list of meds I am on (diabetic) in the bag also

Great suggestion. I've got engraved tags on my camera bags that have my name, address and phone numbers. Will ad a card inside with more info.