Finally, after a small test trip, a few weeks at the beach, lawyers, doctors, and tons of preparation, my rolling tech fest is getting ready for “the big trip”. About time too!

For the techno junkies out there, I thought that a list of what rides in the truck with me might be of interest. The gadgets listed below help with navigation, entertainment, communications, and remaining connected with the world. Maybe my list is over-kill, but I am a confessed gadget junkie. To my knowledge there are no rehab centers for gadget junkies, so I guess I have to cope with it on my own.

The Truck List:

  • Garmin 2610 GPS: Keeps me on track, and informed. I know where upcoming exits are, what services are there, etc. Also helps find that last minute camping spot when I’ve gone too far for the day.
  • XM Radio: Entertainment & News. What would I do without my XM. I shudder to consider the possibility.
  • Verizon Wireless Motorola Cell Phone and Blue Tooth Head set: Great way to stay in touch with friends and family, call to fix a tire, or for emergency purposes.
  • Apple’s Ipod: With 7.5 days of music on my Ipod I’m certain I won’t get bored immediately. Maybe I’ll listen to the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy again!
  • Phone charger and Ipod Charger: Pretty obvious what these are for.
  • Digital Camera, Canon SD 550:   Taking photos along the way.

Well, that’s the list of the digital gear in the truck. So far all of it has served me well on shorter trips. You’ll notice, the computers aren’t listed. I don’t need to distract myself with a laptop while driving. Got enough other stuff thanks!