I Only Travel With One Backpack — Here’s My Analog System

When I travel, I keep things extremely simple — just one backpack and a carefully designed analog system that helps me stay focused, capture ideas, and avoid digital overload.

In this video, I break down exactly what I bring with me in my Lochby Quattro, my pocket notebook system, writing tools, and how I adapt my setup while attending a conference in Atlanta.

This isn’t just about stationery — it’s about building a lightweight system for thinking, working, and staying organized in a world full of digital distractions.

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📓 WHAT’S IN MY TRAVEL SYSTEM:
• Paper Republic + Field Notes setup
• Minimal fountain pen and EDC writing kit
• ADHD-friendly capture system
• Work notebooks for engineering notes
• Kindle for reading on the go
• Conference finds + engineering tools

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro – Traveling with one backpack
0:25 Why analog tools matter while traveling
0:39 Core system: Paper Republic + Field Notes
1:48 Why this setup works for short trips
2:06 Travel pen kit overview (core writing tools)
3:03 Fountain pens & everyday carry writing tools
4:05 Minimal pen setup for travel efficiency
5:22 “If I had to choose only 3 items…”
6:06 Work notebooks while traveling
6:54 Kindle setup for reading on the go
8:05 Conference finds & engineering tools
9:30 Bridge engineering artifacts & swag
11:05 Scale ruler & technical tools
12:30 Sticky notes + small utilities
14:10 Japanese engineering notebook discovery
16:09 Final thoughts – analog travel philosophy

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