I’m moving to Los Angeles from Philadelphia today, beginning an amazing, once-in-a-lifetime two week roadtrip through America. I created this blog to chronicle my travels and keep in touch with family and friends at home. Since I’ve never been to Washington, D.C. (except for a Nationals baseball game at old RFK Stadium), my friend George and I are touring the nation’s capitol the first day and a half. We’re continuing on the southern route to the west coast, filming video and taking pictures at each state sign and landmark. Our itinerary is nailed down to the minute to reduce the instances in which we always say “Ok, what now…” and waste 20 minutes finding something fun to do or somewhere to eat. This way, we’ll be able to fit in each as much of the country as possible in the next 14 days.

I always appreciate when other roadtrippers post what’s in their bag. So, here’s what I’m bringing for my adventure through America:

Things to Bring

On My Person
Wallet
Watch
iPhone + Case
Glasses Sunglasses Clip
Keys + Keychain Tool+ Keychain Flashlight
Digital Camera + 4 GB Memory Stick

Camera Bag #1 (Travel Size)
Camcorder
Camera Light

In the Car
iPhone VentMount
Bluetooth Headset
Dual Car Charger
Tire Pressure Gauge
MP3 Player Cassette
Hand-Sanitizing Wipes
Tire Pressure Pump
Extra Glasses + Case

Tom Bihn Slingbag
MacBook Pro + Charger (3 parts)
iPhone Charger (2 pieces)
Camera Charger + Transfer Dongle
LiveScribe + Charger + Tablet
Logitech Bluetooth Mouse
iPhone Earbuds
Laptop lock: Targus PA410U DEFCON CL Notebook Computer Cable Lock
Garmin nüvi 250W Widescreen
Camcorder Car Mount
Tripod
Fire Extinguisher
Sun Shades
Blow-Up Bed, Air Pump, Inside a Bag

Suitcase
Vacation Clothes
Netted Laundry Bag
Hiking Boots

Toiletries Bag
Toothbrush + Charger Base + travel toothpaste
Travel Floss + travel Mouth Wash
Razor + Cartridges + travel Shaving Cream
Brush
Hair Gel
Travel Deodorant, Cologne
Toenail clippers
Curved Scissors
Sunscreen for face
Retainer
Travel body soap, shampoo, conditioner, luffa (in a zip-lock bag)

Trunk
Tent, Poles, Tarp, Rainfly
Pillow
Cowboy hat
Mac Stuff: CDs, Extra iPhone charger
Important Papers and File Folders
Cascaded Hangers
Hampers (Flat)
Towels, Wash Clothes
Dishes/Pots & Pans
Desktop PC
PC Monitor (in box)
Wireless Headphones + Base
PC Speakers
USB Keyboard & Mouse
Wii, N64, PS3, Xbox 360, PSP
Video Games
Check Books
Books

Camping Equipment Bag
Big Flashlight
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Hammer
Tent Steaks
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Poncho
First-Aid Kit
Overhead Saucer Light
Aqua water shoes
Sandals

Garment Bag
Suit Jacket
Suit Pants
Ties
Shirts
Belts
Dress Shoes

Camera Bag #2 (Full-Size)
Microphone
Lapel Mic
Wireless Receiver + Antenna / Transmitter
Component Cables
Extra Battery
Power Cord

I’ll post photos and updates as soon as I get to my first stop, the NEWSUEM! The one stop I’m looking forward to the most. Check back later tonight.