Thought That I Was Overpacking

Thanks G-Town,

I've added two pair of thermals to my kit and although I didn't list them, I do indeed have the three pair of gloves that you mentioned (plus one pair of brown jersey gloves) packed.

I'll have my bibs in the car (I'm driving to orientation) but I won't worry about making room for them in my bags.

I like your suggestion for storing my fuel gloves in a zip-lock bag - they are great general storage items - and will add a few to my kit.

I'll be departing in about 60 hours, so I am into the final phase of preparation.

Good luck John.

You are actually training at a good time,...getting supervision and guidance during the winter weather. Hold you trainer accountable to assist when you really need it. You seem like you have a good head on your shoulders...you'll do fine.

Safe travels.

Looks like you got it covered all right. I would only be packing two spare pairs of jeans, maybe three. Or a pair of sweats. You really won't be getting pants that dirty that fast that you need so many. Same with ten long shirts. Don't skimp on undies and socks though! (You haven't). Add a pair of wool socks.

I think it'd be easier once in the truck to have two or three smaller bags than one big one. Easier to find things and stash them than tripping over one big bag.

Vendingdude said:

I think it'd be easier once in the truck to have two or three smaller bags than one big one. Easier to find things and stash them than tripping over one big bag.

My thoughts exactly. In fact that was (and is) my primary question in this thread.

I'm still trying to figure out just how big is a big bag, and how small is a smaller one?