Pack Light Field Test

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Pack Light Field Test

I propose the following test, preferably taken in a light rain.

Pack everything, put on your hat and coat, open your umbrella, (raining or not), check the time, and walk one mile away from home with everything you have. Then, pretending you are trying to catch a train or trying to get to the tourist office before it closes, run or walk home. If you can make the round trip comfortably within 45 minutes, you have packed light. It is best if your test course includes a short, steep hill or several flights of stairs, upwards on the return leg.

Also make sure that all of your traveling companions can pass the pack light field test. If not, old friends may become lifetime enemies. Failure to obey the pack light rule will doom you in so many ways that you will be better off to stay home and water your tomatoes. Those taking a cruise or tour may think that they can escape this rule, but be aware that porters and taxis are usually scarce and/or expensive.