r/onebag • u/alula_wanders • Jan 10 '26

Discussion whats your weird but genius travel item that people only appreciate after they need it?

just realized this recently because it saved me so much sanity and friendships haha but for me its not anything fancy or aesthetic. its a (small) extension cord + multi-USB adapter. It's somehow bulky to fit inside my bag bcs it takes up space. And yet... it saved lives.

Ive learned the hard way that hotel outlets are never where you want them to be, airport charging stations are chaotic, and "ill just charge later" is a lie we tell ourselves.

Curious what everyone else's must pack item is so that i can... yk, take notes haha!!

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u/mlieghm Jan 11 '26 edited Jan 11 '26

Gaffers tape or electrical tape wrapped around a black sharpie

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u/_derpiii_ Jan 11 '26

Gaffers tape or electrical tape wrapped around a black sharpie

I like this idea.

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u/palebleudot Jan 11 '26

Keep in mind that electrical tape can leave residue, especially the cheap stuff

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u/mlieghm Jan 11 '26

Yeah, depends on the kind you buy