Bring → Cuba25

¶_[k!!!*] MID/@ONLINE/HX/PERSONAL— USB-C PD wall charger (65W+) ... 15€
aka usb wall charger

2025:
    A) Won't buy, better to get one from USA that has the right plug.
    B) Nah I need something for PERSONAL anway

Need something that actually works. Also a cable...

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B09C58TL3J
16€ built in-cable ... for X270
(—) but huge

https://www.amazon.es/dp/B0CWRQQYR4
18€ should work
(—) but now don't trust (returning the "65W" one)

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0BM4F47V6
just 12€ cheap

——— proper cable

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B08J7PQGD7
9€ for 3 60W

¶_[k!!**] LOW/@ONLINE/EXTRA!/HX/PERSONAL— Power banks (20000mAh) ... 60€

Needs 65W (USB PD)!


———————— 2025

Ordered two for 32€, wow.
Have display.


———————— 2023

[!!**>m] limits on bringing power banks?
is there a reason not to bring 10x?


————— regarding limits [!→]


Iberojet (cuba flight)
https://www.iberojet.com/en/baggage-not-allowed
"If you are carrying lithium batteries or power banks (batteries) (device-mounted or as spares), please inform the check-in staff about the type and specifications."

https://evelop-ezycommerce.cdn.prismic.io/evelop-ezycommerce/fe3178ea-6407-4faa-a746-d21b95ce522b_Lithium+Batteries+in+Iberojet+Airlines.pdf
"Lithium Ion equal or less than 100Wh Lithium Metal equal or less than 2g | Installed in device: max 15 batteries | Spare: max 20 batteries"


Iberia (m flight inside EU)
https://www.iberiaexpress.com/en/general-info/passenger-information/in-the-plane/electronic-devices/lithium-batteries
2 batteries if in 100-160Wh range
4 batteries if in 0-100Wh range


2023 packed (m):
    large x230 battery = 71Wh
    20Ah xiaomi power bank  = 74Wh

In general, the 100Wh/160Wh limit seems universal, the difference is in how many and in what combinations of carry-on / hold.

¶_[k!] EXTRA/HX/PERSONAL— USB storage

* tiny usb key 128GB (15EUR)
* ###

¶_[k~] HX/PERSONAL— Smart watch

Useful for tracking activity, phone security (notifies when out of bluetooth range, etc).

k* xiaomi miband 7 (~50EUR)

¶_[p?!] LOW/EXPN/EXTRA/HX— Laptops (2 max pp) ... 200€
bringing an extra x201, maybe also an x230

thinkpads
    x250 (d)
    x230 (d)
    x201 (m)

——— general
Lenovo thinkpads! ~200€ per piece
Are extras available? (RAM/SSD)?:
    * 4GB (m)
Are HDDs valuable?

¶_[k!!**] MID/@CLOTHES/@GEAR/@CUBA?— Cotton T-shirts ... 40€

2025:
    cotton shirts with/w.o. print 3€ in primark
    wicking sports 5€


A) Could maybe get @cuba & change style:
    called in Cuba: "Pulover"
B) Easy to get *something* @madrid:
    Primark Madrid,
    some second hand shop,
    any place
C) Ask people for extras

¶_[k!!**] LOW/@CLOTHES/@GEAR— Synthetic/sweat wicking T-shirts ... 20€

2025: primark 5€

¶_[k!!*i] LOW/@CLOTHES/@GEAR— Long sleeve shirt ... 10€
    (for mosquitos, which carry disease, especially in wet season ~April/November)

* Semi-synthetic pulover ?:
    Sweat-wicking, light-weight synthetic fabrics
    also for #sports

* "something antisun for beach":
    (can find shirts in cuba probably)
    ↓
    maybe buy a simple long shirt?

* ###

¶_[kre!!!] OKAY/LOW/EXTRA/101— Currency: Euros (and dollars) ... 1500€
(okay)

2025:
    500 + ?250usd + (300 + 300 + 200)
    == ~1500€


Some recommend 100€ per day in addition to a house ;-)

But it is not "guru" mode to live with 10€ (for casa) + 5-10€ (for eating) + 5-10€ for extras.

¶_[k!!!] HX/EXTRA— Power adapters: Type-A (ungrounded) and Type-B (grounded)
got one B-type, plan to hack a multiplug with local plug there

CHECK THAT YOUR DEVICES ARE COMPATIBLE WITH 110/220V AND 50/60hz!
All our (thinkpad) laptop adapters and mobile phone bricks are fine with it, but double check.

* Type A/B (M) → Schuko (F)

* Type A/B (M) → IEC C5 (M), direct to laptop AC-DC power adapter
    https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conector_IEC

¶_[!ou] LOW/@DIET— Probiotics

2023: some in a multivit we're bringing
For:
    * diarrhoea, both to PREVENT and to CURE.
    * for rebuilding gut-health post complex parasitic infections (like giardia)
    * ###

What to get:
    ###ask

In Cuba:
    * ENTEROGEMINA® 4 :
        expensive, like $40 for 10 ampules ?!!
        """Cada ampolleta contiene 2 billones UFC de Esporas Bacillus clausii"""
        https://www.supermarketbravo.com/es/producto/257892
        was falsified https://www.cecmed.cu/vigilancia/notas-informativas/falsificacion-producto-enterogeminar-4
    * ###

¶_[k!!e] LOW/@SHOP/@PHARMA/KEEP?— Bandaids (minor cuts / blisters / with-antibiotic) ... 5€
For minor cuts and (preventing) blisters.
Gel ones for healing blisters?

¶_[k!!] LOW/@PHARMA/KEEP— Iodine (liquid or as cream)

2025:
    Looks like it's in Cuba.
    (Bring Extra maybe?)

¶_[k!!**] LOW/EXTRA/@PHARMA— Antibacterial cream (double/triple) ... 5€

like:
    * Polysporin (=double, bacitracin/polymixin B)
    * Neosporin (=triple, bacitracin/polymixin B/neomycin)
    * Bacitracin (single)

_______________

2025:
    * Fucidine 2.5€ (normalized in Spain)
    * (think there is still there)

https://cima.aemps.es/cima/dochtml/p/44460/Prospecto_44460.html

https://cima.aemps.es/cima/dochtml/p/58016/Prospecto_58016.html
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fusidic_acid
    "fusidic acid should not be used on its own to treat serious Staph. aureus infections."

---------------------------------------
[!!**]
Info:
    https://www.goodrx.com/healthcare-access/medication-education/polysporin-neosporin-bacitracin

↓
JUST ASK THEM TO GIVE YOU SOMETHING AT PHARMACY!
"I'M GOING THERE, FOR MONTHS, AND I NEED IT"

↓
Better something strong, that really helps me or somebody else, than something "soothing"..

¶_[k!!*] LOW/@GEAR/@CUBA/KEEP— Quick-dry towel x1 ... 9€
[!!] should get an extra one? → try to get there
"""
Nomandia Microfibre Towel: A quick-dry and lightweight towel designed for the beach.
"""

2025: decathlon XL, 9€

* small ones / big one
* use as beach towel also
* ###

¶_[k!!!**] OKAY/MID/@GEAR/@CLOTHES— Suitcase/Hold bag/Luggage ... 70€
aka baggage, ESP:maletas

2023: got at Primark, max size (158.5cm) for 42€, looks okay

2025:
    used itluggage (blue/french strip):
        80+54+30 ==164
        CAN EXTEND WIDER
    black (chinese brand ###):
        77+48+32 ==157 35€
        lock at "000"
    ----------------------------------------------
    primark:
        * black ABS, 77+52.5+29 ==158.5, 42€
        * silver ABS, 86.5+57.5+32.5 ==176.5, 50€
    chino:
        * 78.5+51+30.5 ==160, 57€ ... strong corners
        * 66.5+44+26.5 ==137, 50€
        * ###, 60€ ... PP "crack proof"
    online:
        * https://www.amazon.es/dp/B08HZ1LQCV 40€ black ABS not huge :
            say it is:
                70+46+27, 3.6kg ==143
            on box:
                56-3a-552-11 3.2/3.9kg
            measured:
                60+42+26
                (with wheels) 65+43+26 ==134
        * ###


-----------------------------------------------
properties:
    * consider: what your per kg cost is, WEIGH YOUR SUITCASE, account
    * consider: failure mode of cargo? cheese/nuts/cans should be OK if a bit bumped!
    * materials:
        * reinforced corners?
        * PP is stronger, but heavier than ABS
    * size limit! [↓]:
        what can you get away with? what are penalties? are they worth it?
        2025: AirChina was LOOSE on size, STRICT on weight!
    * ###


--------------------------------------------------------------------

¶_[kr!!] LOW/EXTRA?/@PHARMA/@SHOP— Disinfectant spray / gel / alcohol / hand sanitizer ... 4€
"Hand sanitizer is scarce in Cuba. Commonly, locals use hypochlorite instead."

* Direct 96% ethanol can't fly...I guess? [!]
* Got 60% ethanol + benzo###

¶_[p!] LOW/@PHARMA/KEEP?— Covid+Flue test (Rapid Antigen Test) ... 5€
~2x (2.5€ pp)

* PCR? → can only do at institutions(?)
* ###

2025: have covid test there still

¶_[p!*] SKIP/CUBA?/EXTRA/101/@GEAR/DENSE/LONGTERM— Mosquito nets (single//double//for windows) ... 30€

2023:
    2x 15€, for single bed!

2025:
    1x IKEA LILL curtains :
        https://www.ikea.com/es/en/p/lill-net-curtains-1-pair-with-rod-pocket-white-10070262/
        380x200cm (x2)
        7€

TODO:
    for double bed! ~35€


(why you need this? mosquitos are bad, especially june→december!)
"""
The most important thing that you must know when visiting Cuba is that you should always apply mosquito repellant and use mosquito nets when sleeping if necessary. Mosquito bites are usually itchy and can cause inflammation of the cells. If the mosquitoes are carrying the virus, then there is a high chance that they may infect you.
"""

¶_[kr!!*] @SHOP/@GEAR/@PHARMA/101/EXTRA— Bug spray / Anti Mosquito Spray x2
aka Insect repellant

Goibi Xtreme Mosquito spray 75ml:
    2023:
        ripped off, paid 16.50€ and 14.75€ (!)
    2025:
        https://www.r9farmacia.com/repelentes/1148-goibi-xtreme-forte-repelente-de-insectos-1-spray-75-ml-8430469106012.html
        seen for 6.75€ !!
↓
50% DEET is too strong for general use in January-June Havana.
Get something with 20% or so.




————— 2023 notes

"""
Jungle Mosquito Repellant: Powerful mosquito repellant containing DEET
"""
It's very expensive, 15€ for a 75ml bottle.
At the pharmacy, she says this is "for 1 person for 1 week ... in the mosquito season".
Fingers crossed :D

In my experience, the low-containing DEET work okay as well, not only the 45% ones,
at least in low-mosquito areas, such as parts of Havana .

¶_[k!h] MAYBE/NOMAD/@GEAR— Hiking shoes
D has sports shoes, M only general
"""
If you’re planning hikes, such as those in the Topes de Collantes National Park between Cienfuegos and Trinidad, you might want a sturdy pair of hiking boots to protect your feet and ankles. There are rough terrains in the national parks, so while it’ll be possible to tackle the trails wearing a pair of trainers with good grips, you might want to give your ankles and feet some extra protection.
"""

Tip: shoe fixers are super good, cheap, and common here in Havana.
Got a pair of shoes that fell apart sewn & glued fixed for 2€.
Bring shoes you'd like to have fixed ;-)

¶_[k!] @SHOP/FOOD— (Any special needs food)

Like:
* gluten-free food
* ###

¶_[!**e] LOW/EXTRA/@SHOP/FOOD/ORDER/@CUBA— Cooking spices ... 15€

Some are available, usually in smaller quantities.
If you love to cook, and intend to stay longer, I recommend bringing a bunch of spice bags.

* Pimenton de la vera ahumado
* ###

for vivi:
* laurel, oregano, comino

¶_[p/!**ef] @SHOP/EXTRA/DENSE— Rolling papers

Update:
    No suitable loose tobacco, it seems
    Though this doesn't explain the filterless cigarettes.

¶_[k~] HX/COMRADES— Books
got Neuromancer (m)
A) ebook or two, for a library?
... but would it "reach its destination"?
B) get some cheap Lenins in Spanish and bring them in

¶_[k!!**] LOW/@GEAR/EXTRA!!/@FERRETERIA/@ONLINE— LED headlamps (rechargeable, possibly solar) ... 200€

per piece: 10-35€

People have asked for them:
    especially in rural areas, if the powers goes off at night, and you've got small kids, it can be very practical.

Bring:
    10 x 15€ = 150€
    3 x 25€ = 75€
    == 200€

-----------------

2025 @fuerte:
* 3x 15€, EDM yellow ones (+1 from before):
https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B075GWTCCB

2025 @decathlon:
* 2x forclaz hl500 v3, 300 lumen : 30€ (2023: 20€!)
https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/linterna-frontal-moonlight-uv-usb-500/_/R-p-327869?mc=8602067
* 1x HL50 headlamp 6€ (batteries)

2025 (missed)
https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/linterna-frontal-caza-solognac-sigilo-900-bateria-recargable-usb-400-lumenes/_/R-p-308959?mc=8549339&c=verde_naranja
40→30€

¶_[k!**fi] MID/HX/@ONLINE/CAPITAL/DENSE/@FERRETERIA/EXTRA!/LONGTERM— Small water pumps ... 15€

5W, easily battery powered, 2€
+switch +tubes

¶_[krr!!] LOW/@SHOP/101/EXTRA/HYGIENE— Soft tissues / Wet wipes ... 2€

2025: 25x with q10

2023: 100x pack w/aloe vera+chamomile

¶_[krr!!] LOW/@SHOP/101/EXTRA/HYGIENE— Kitchen paper ... 4€

A) one big one (better value)
B) smaller ones (maybe easier to pack?)

¶_[p!!] LATER/LOW/@SHOP/HYGIENE— Agua micelar (Face wash) ... 5€
aka Face cleaning water

###

¶_[krr!!*e] LOW/FOOD/DENSE!/@SHOP/EXTRA!— Sausages / Chorizo ... 50€

Can you bring meat? Yes!
* http://www.cubadebate.cu/noticias/2022/09/14/actualiza-centro-nacional-de-sanidad-animal-regulaciones-sanitarias-para-la-importacion-de-alimentos-de-origen-animal/
* https://www.facebook.com/groups/637184851485902/posts/640617351142652

Basically:
    * no fresh milk or fresh non-UHT cheese
    * no wild meats
    * meat must be proper sealed & marked
    * ... could have problems if not from USA/Spanish language space ("recognition of their health standards")

¶_[krr!!*e] LOW/FOOD/DENSE!/@SHOP/EXTRA!— Curado cheese! ... 100€
For regulations, see [↓]meat.
---------------

Could bring worse things than a few KG of hard cheese.

Some say there is good cheese available here, but all I've seen is cheese sold at markets (unrefridgerated, bad conditions, expensive).
↓
Check @CUBA?

2025: 10kg = 100€

¶_[k!!*] MID/@SPECIAL/@ONLINE/EXTRA/COOL/DENSE/NOMAD— Zipper bags ... 15€

Online source/reference:
    * a3,a4,a5 15€ ... https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Vicloon-Document-Plastic-Waterproof-Folders/dp/B0CKR68WJK

    * Vicloon Document Bag A4 + A5 + A6, 15 Pieces (5 Each) Zip Bag, Colourful Waterproof Document Bag with Zip, Mesh Bag with Zip, File Zip Bag .......... 10€ ... https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Document-Documents-Cosmetics-Homework-Accessories/dp/B0CKQV55TJ

¶_[p!?] LOW/HX/EXPN/CAPITAL/LONGTERM/@FERRETERIA— Battery-powered tools

For: ###

¶_[k!!*] MID/HX/EXPN/CAPITAL/LONGTERM/@FERRETERIA/@ONLINE— Multitool (swiss-army knife / leatherman) ... 20€

------------ 2025 checking:
A) swiss army knife:
    * victorinox ~20€ https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0001P151M
    * reccisokz 10€ ....... no bottle opener .... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0D7676BS6
    * morpilot 13€ ..... firestarter .... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B08W9SX4CG
    * zimaic 12€ .... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B082V11TQV
    -------------
    no snips tho!

B) offbrand leatherman like multitool ~20€:
    ---more
    * MOSSY OAK 22€ looks better has screw'r https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B084VJFX9M/259-9292206-7719223
    * MORPILOT 17€ ...... nice file, with screw heads, no scissors ... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B07D2DKBMY
    * AMAZON BASICS 14€ ..... https://www.amazon.es/dp/B07TQ8GNWT?th=1
    * 23 in 1 .... nice black  20€ ..... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0DKTK3321
    * WORKPRO 20€ w voucher ... nice file, bigger knife, scissors ... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0C88ZK8C8
    * ROVERTAC 17€ .... tiny saw ..... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B077DBY1P7
    ---less
    * GVOLATEE 10€ ... tiny knife, nah .... https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0BKPVXWP1
    * GRIAITUS 23€ tacticool ... more knife & camping ... no snips, pliers https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0BYRN75WT/259-9292206-7719223
    * BIBURY 38€ fancy just for reference https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0C2Y688Q8/259-9292206-7719223
    * amazon tacticool, no snips?! 12€ https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B07TP4WPGD/259-9292206-7719223
    * ALTUNA ugly orange https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B08CY6RMC2
    * HONZIN more tacticool https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B07MPXGBT7


----------- use for:
    --------------- house & go
    * saw
    * hard wire cutter! aka SNIPS ... for GUITARS
    * can opener ... for KITCHEN
    * pliers?
    --------------- on the go
    * screwdrivers
    * fish scaler
    * scissors
    * scisssors
    * knife

in personal:
    * tiny key/small blade/screwdriver:
        <matic
        https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0DNKGCDQB 6€
    * small lat and phillips

¶_[pk] LOW/HX/CEDE— Photo camera
samsung nx300 → gift maybe

¶_[kr!!**e] MID/EXTRA!/101/FOOD!/@GEAR/@SHOP/@CUBA?— Peanut butter ... 30€

2025: Bringing 1kg only.

---------------
Should be @CUBA?!:
    Find and #manufacture own!

¶_[kr!!**e] MID/EXTRA!/101/FOOD!/@GEAR/@SHOP— Energy bars (high-nutrition) ... 50€

2025:
    Got a few bars, but they're expensive, focusing more on proteins.

---------------------
Buy or not
A) don't buy at all, or just buy a few:
    it's cheaper to work with powders
    can also make own "granola" type bars
B) it's practical to have them, easier to ration (resist) them long-term if they're packed individual
C) ###

Which
* Protein bars > OH bars (no need to bring sugar...).
* Nuts-based are okay and practical
* Should not cost more than ~5-10€ per kilogram, especially if it's simple carbs without much protein!

----------

[!!!*] Should focus next time to find a good online source!

2023:
    6€/kg average, 10kg, 50€
    37c/decathlon bar

2025:
    (prices went up.)
    (just grabbed some cheap one from shop, not great. didn't bring enough)

¶_[r!!!e] LOW/EXTRA!/101/@SHOP— Simple milk chocolates :) ... 20€

The ~1€ 150g you can find in every supermarket in Europe.
Possibly with <50% sugar (=not the first ingredient on the list).
Best with nuts / almonds.
Half can be "dark".

Update:
    They produce chocolate here, but it doesn't seem that easy to find and buy.
    Found local:
        A) 100g bars for 200CUP (next to TV), very provisionally packed & not great quality.
        B) 100g "crocodile bars" for 200CUP (neighbour), and 150CUP (bus station):
            have Havana address!
            quite dark chocolate somehow (not a lot of milk?)

↓
2025: take 1kg

¶_[r!!] LOW/EXTRA/@SHOP/@PHARMA?/101— General hydration cream (Nivea / Aloe vera / ...) ... 5€

###

¶_[k!*] ELX/CEDE/KEEP— Bluetooth speaker
~20€

¶_[k~] HX/ELX/KEEP?/PERSONAL?— Various converters

* ps2 male -> usb female(m):
    likely not needed, useful to connect an usb keyboard/mouse to old computer 
* 2x usb-c male -> usb a 3.0 (m):
    very useful (connect to android, use spare c ports elsewhere)
* usb-c to micro usb (m ordered):
    use old cables with new devices
* micro hdmi to hdmi (m):
    useful for RPI4, and some cameras

¶_[krr!!!*] HX/ELX— Various USB cables

Bring + bring backups:
r!!* micro usb (including DATA, not just CHARGE)
r!!* usb-c (including DATA, not just CHARGE)
r!!* disk usb cable
###

¶_[k!!*] 101/HX/ELX/@GEAR/KEEP— Universal power adapter ... 5€
aka "AC converter"
Buy 1-2 in Madrid

https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/cuba/
(!) Warning:
    Voltage varies between 110-240V - check devices, and if not compatible, get a converter, not an adapter
Lenovo is ok, USB chargers I've checked are ok

¶_[p!*] LOW/HX/ELX/@GEAR/@ONLINE— Surge-protecting power strips
For stormy days in Cuba, peace of mind/mitigation of potential frying threat to laptops

¶_[p!] LATER/HX/ELX/PERSONAL?/KEEP?— Mini wireless keyboard + touchpad
1x with AA batteries included (m)
1x with me as well (d)

¶_[k!!*] MID/@SHOP/101/HYGIENE/PERSONAL— Shaving razor ... 15€
(set of Gilletes)

2025: Gilette Proglide x4

-------------------------
In Cuba: There are people selling it on the street, and in MLC stores, but not much choice and more expensive.

¶_[k!!*] LOW/@SHOP/HYGIENE/PERSONAL— Shaving foam ... 15€

A) shaving foam
B) shaving soap
C) shaving cream, in tube:
    https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B00TKOK5KC 3€ Proraso 150ml, seems very nice

——— (maybe other stuff?)
* after-shave?

¶_[k!!] LOW/@GEAR/@ONLINE/EXTRA/DENSE— Small carabiners ... 5€
2x from Decathlon
* to put on bag double zippers, to make unzipping and stealing from the back more difficult
* also generally very useful.

2025: 5x1€ each
↓
should have rather got something like this:
    * 50kg https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0BYRN75WT/259-9292206-7719223

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0CQJKWVN3
"mosqueton" look great, double clip design

¶_[k!!**] @SHOP/KEEP— Scissors

For:
    * something simple for cutting beard
    * kitchen
    * ###

¶_[k!!!*] HYGIENE/101/KEEP/@CUBA— Sun cream ... 5€

good, non-toxic SPF50
###

¶_[p!!*] LATER/MID/ELX/HX/EXTRA/@FERRETERIA— Duct tape ... 5€
(got 3€ silver tape, not best but works)

Can buy in CUBA (silvertape for 3€).
So bring something more special!

2023: Black TESA 4688
https://www.thomann.de/es/tesa_4688_sw.htm 7€ ... 25m X 50cm

maybe
* https://www.thomann.de/intl/tesa_74613_sl.htm
* ###

¶_[k!!!**] @ONLINE/HIGH/@SHOP/@GEAR/LONGTERM— Water Filtration System (basic, aka "Brita") ... 25€

A simple carbon filter.

————— 

Brita-style filter
* 25€ 2.5L system: https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/mp/brita/brita-jarra-filtradora-de-agua-marella-2-4-litros-incluye-1-filtro-maxtra-pro/_/R-p-b7d258b2-0ee0-47ef-9104-316d000631b9?mc=b7d258b2-0ee0-47ef-9104-316d000631b9_c4c4
* 30€ 3.5L system: https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/mp/brita/brita-marella-jarra-filtradora-de-agua-xl-de-3-5-l-incluye-1-filtro-maxtra-pro/_/R-p-fd822d18-43fa-4a1a-9427-90ccfa3ee7a3?mc=fd822d18-43fa-4a1a-9427-90ccfa3ee7a3_c4c4
* filter changes ~monthly 8€:  https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/mp/brita/brita-filtro-maxtra-pro-experto-en-cal-pack-4-compatible-con-todas-las-jarras/_/R-p-6f8a28af-7a5f-4a25-8388-4d5fb5f0822c?mc=6f8a28af-7a5f-4a25-8388-4d5fb5f0822c_c4

Cuban system at Revolico
* 10€ filter change:  https://www.revolico.com/item/purificador-para-filtro-de-agua-marca-eko-48364320
* ###


————— (more info):

* carbon does not usually filter lead!
* (also no viruses, etc)

* reverse osmosis (RO) is really the only things that works well here ... via https://indysoftwater.com/blog/what-carbon-water-filters-actually-remove/ :

¶_[k!!*h] HIGH/@ONLINE/@GEAR/TUFF— Water Filtration System (advanced) ... 100€
aka "Water-to-Go bottle"


————— 2025

A) I'll just complete the 2023 system:
    → failed, decathlon don't do inter-shop delivery?!
B) bought bergkvist !



————— (alternatives)

* cook the water:
    annoying, as you need to wait, store it, still tastes bad and has a lot of minerals, etc
* the super-filtered, cheap system on offer in Vedado:
    <brandon
* buy bottled water:
    (can find 1.5L for as low as 75CUP, street price ~200CUP)

However:
    If I want to go cycling, or can't boil water for ANY reason,
    this is a 100% needed alternative



————— 2023 system

"Trek 500 Filter" aka MT500 (bought @decathlon) ... 14€
https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/filtro-cantimplora-flexible-y-compresible-mt500/_/R-p-307923 ?
there should have been a plastic bottle with compatible screw-on too, for 25€ (?!), but was not available
"""
Filter 99% of microbiological contents in water while on the go.
Filter clogs once limit is reached.
"""
----------------------------------
Use with this bottle ... 25€
https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/cantimplora-filtrante-flexible-y-compresible-1-litro-mt500/_/R-p-312989?mc=8575761&c=gris
review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQMbjFydaos
----------------------------
2025 link: https://www.decathlon.com.au/p/filter-water-bottle-for-trekking-soft-compressible-trek-500-soft-1-l-blk-forclaz-8575761.html
————— 
[!!→]:
    @@antipest
    They filter bateria and protozoa, but not viruses?
    And also heavy metals, toxins etc?
    So is this sensible?
    Which viruses are a threat?


————— alternatives (2023)

https://www.sawyer.com/products/mini-water-filtration-system
alter: "Sawyer Mini"


alter: Grayl (pressure system)
works great, and fixes this!



---------- 2025

(A) grayl geopress 710ml:
    * 120€, can be on sale down to 72€:
        * https://sportfits.eu/products/grayl-24oz-geopress-purifier-bottle
        * https://www.ebay.es/itm/375441540732
    * on sale 

(B) bachgold:
    * https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0BHRHXVS9
    * only 60€ !
    * https://bushcraftusa.com/forum/threads/bachgold-water-bottle.361100/

(C) BERGKVIST® FJÄLLKLAR:
    Outdoor Water Filter Bottle (500ml) - AHLSTROM® Filter Bottle for Clean Drinking Water for Camping, Hiking and Survival Adventures
https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0D4VHT6T5
only 35€
almost no info online
-----------
https://www.amazon.se/-/en/Replacement-Filter-Bergkvist%C2%AE-Outdoor-FJ%C3%84LLklar/dp/B0CFFWMS8B
filter = 15€
Claims here to filter all, including viruses and chemicals.
"""
Long service life - the filter has a life of approximately 300 litres or two months of dry storage after the first use.
The normal flow rate is about 500 ml per minute. 
"""
↓
[!!** HUH?

¶_[k!**] MID/?/@GEAR/@CUBA?/COMFORT— XXL beach blanket ... 5€

Should be:
    * "sand proof" (because of sand fleas!)
    * big (2.5x2m would be great ... 8x8ft?)
    * foldable
    * ###

for example like this
https://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-Water-Resistant-Waterproof-Sandproof-SC-CM-01/dp/B01FI1QXS8

================
@Cuba:
    if not available, should be produced
    good #manufacturing case!

¶_[Kr!!*] LOW/@PHARMA/PERSONAL— Benzoyl peroxide (~2.5% / 5%), like Peroxiben 25mg/g (anti-acne) ... 14€

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, benzoyl peroxide is the most effective acne-fighting ingredient available without a prescription. It works best on traditional red, pus-filled pimples (pustules). 
1-10% , ~2% seems ok
----------
"Peroxiben 25mg/g" (2.5%), has:
    * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Docusate
    * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simeticone

2025 price:
    peroxiben 14.5€ ("normalized in all pharmacies")

¶_[k!!] LOW/@GEAR/@CUBA/101/COMFORT/PERSONAL— Pillowcase ... 3€

2025:
    (tarp bag OR synthetic bag would do)

A general-use and feel-good item when travelling!
* can be synthetic OR cotton,
* can be used as a bag for clothes,
* ###

¶_[pu!*] SKIP/LOW/@PHARMA— Hydrocortisone topical cream (swelling/itching/irritation)

2025:
    I think I have a few things for this, if needed.
-------------
@pharma: cacmiox 5%% 11.5€
Es un medicamento de uso cutáneo que contiene hidrocortisona, corticosteroide que alivia el picor de la piel
--------------------
2025 here:
    had some weird topical allergy in first week (the salad? the money? the carrots) ... maybe should've known to use one

Can help with the symptoms of:
    eczema. psoriasis, rashes, allergy, insect bites, skin inflammation

Which one:
    ###

¶_[k!!*] @PHARMA/COMFORT/@CUBA— Aloe vera cream (hi %)

Update: You can find aloe leaves on the markets here, and just use that directly!

¶_[rr!!*] LOW/@SHOP/FOOD/EXTRA!/DENSE/@CUBA?— Sardine/Mackarel cans ... 40€

2025:
    Got only like 15.
    Amazon Fresh had normal prices, sardines ~7€, mackarel ~11€.
    Dia in person was 50% worse.

-------------

Omega-3 ... Quantity (FISH CANS vs PILLS):
    need about 500mg DHA/EPA per day
    ------ for cans
    90g can of sardines/mackarel has ~1000-2000mg
    == eat 2-3/week (==2.5x 1500 ==3000mg)
    == 10/month
    == 10€/month:
    ---------- also get
    200cal → 2000cal ... at 5€/day ==4€
    22g protein → 220g protein ... at 30€/kg (whey) ==6€
    ------ for pills
    https://www.amazon.es/dp/B0CN6TP2H3
    60 capsules, 650mg, 6€
    == eat 5/week (==3000mg)
    == for 12 weeks == 3 months
    == 2€/month
↓
GET BOTH:
    buy some cans, some pills, and buy more in Cuba
    eat a lot of fish cans


————— Buy @CUBA?
It's 600CUP per 200g can of tuna can here!

UPDATE:
    * 500CUP for 3x80g (==2000/kg → 12€/kg) ... not bad
    * Friend sold me a bonito can, 100g for 250CUP (==20€/kg)

¶_[kre!!!**] LOW/@PHARMA?/@ONLINE!— Contact lens fluid ... 15€

2025: https://www.alensa.es 7€ 360ml (with order)

* Easy for people to find and bring
* Can always get in pharma, but sometimes less quality and more expensive.
* Use ~100ml per month

¶_[p!!*] SKIP/LOW/@SPECIAL/@FERRETERIA/HX/EXTRA!/KEEP— Work gloves ... 4€

Big sizes (XL=11).
David = size XL (~11).

Get 3-5 pairs.

¶_[k!!*f] LOW/@SPECIAL/@ONLINE/@GEAR/MUSIC/EXTRA/@ONLINE/@CUBA?— Guitar strings and picks ... 15€

~5-10€ per pack
For:
    * Electric guitar (rounds//flats?)
    * Nylon guitar


-------------  @cuba

cuerdas-de-guitarra

https://www.revolico.com/compra-venta/arte/cuerdas-de-guitarra-electrica-marca-ernie-ball-calibre-010-43020876.html 1700CUP → 10 USD

2025:
    easy find ... 6USD "ernie ball":
    https://www.revolico.com/item/cuerdas-de-guitarra-electrica-ernie-ball-48009310?ref=grid-o5-p3-pos_2_3_7

So not that hard to get.

¶_[krr!!*] LOW/@SHOP/FOOD!/EXTRA!— Olive oil (extra virgin) ... 12€

Bring it if you want to cook.
(@Cuba 2023) Expensive here (2-3x), and not quality.
Great gift as well.

2025: 2x6€

¶_[pr!!*] LOW/@PHARMA/@SHOP/101/EXTRA— Ear plugs ... 2€

Something that can be reused, sterilised?
(That won't cause problems)

¶_[k!!!*] LOW/@GEAR/EXTRA— Polyester rope (roll) ... 5€

Just standard thin & strong rope, ~5€

2025:
    * 3m ferreteria 1.5€
    * 10m thin 1.2€ x2
    * 3mm x 10m decathlon 6€

¶_[kr!!**] MID/@PHARMA?/@SHOP?/LONGTERM/EXTRA!/@DIET— Most General Multivitamin ... 10€
2023: "multivitamin for men"

————— 2025

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B08HJPDMTR
Men and Women Multivitamins with Minerals - 400 Tablets | 27 Vitamins and Minerals - Vitamin C, Vitamin B, D, E, Magnesium, Zinc, Calcium, Iron and More | For +1 Years, Mint Flavor and Vegan
"""
Vitamin C (as L-ascorbic acid), Magnesium (as Magnesium Oxide) 14%, Potassium (as Potassium Chloride), Vitamin E (as DL-Alpha tocopherol Acetate), Vitamin B3 (as Nicotinamide), Iron (as Ferrous Fumarate), Zinc (as Zinc Citrate ), Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate) 8%, Vitamin B5 (as Pantan Acid. Othenic), Manganese (as Manganese Citrate), Vitamin B2 (as Riboflavin), Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine Mononitrate), Copper (as Copper Gluconate), Vitamin A (as Retinyl Acetate), Sodium (as Sodium Chloride), Vitamin B9 (as Far acid olic), Iodine (as Potassium Iodide), Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine), Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin), Vitamin B7 (as D-biotin), Chromium (as Chromium Chloride), Molybdenum (as Sodium Molybdate), Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) (Source: Lichen) 100%, Vitamin K2 MK7 (as Menaquinone), Binding Agents: Microcrystalline Cellulose and Dicalcium Phosphate, Coating Agents: Talc and Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Flavoring Agent: Mint.
"""
15€


---------- considered buying
https://www.r9farmacia.com/vitaminas/794-supradyn-activo-90-30-comp-8411193909285.html?gad_source=1
Supradyn 90+30
21€ (4 months)

¶_[kr!!**] MID/@DIET/@SHOP/LONGTERM/EXTRA!— Vitamin supplements: B12 ... 10€

Because of lack of eggs, meat, fish.

https://trgovina.mercator.si/market/izdelek/16974138/vitamin-b12-vegetarijanski-nutrilab-60-kapsul
7€/2 months

¶_[kr!!**] MID/@DIET/@ONLINE!/@SHOP?/LONGTERM/EXTRA!— Vitamin supplements: Omega-3 ... 10€

Recommended intake:
250–500 mg per day
(or 1,750–3,500 mg per week)

Can of Sardine/Mackarel Omega-3 content: ~1,500–2,200 mg per 100g
(higher than tuna, less mercury!)

Higher intake (training)
1,000–2,000 mg of DHA + EPA per day
7,000–14,000 mg per week 
Sardine intake for this: One 100g can per day (or fresh equivalent)

¶_[kr!!**] MID/@DIET/@SHOP/LONGTERM/EXTRA!— Vitamin supplements: Vitamin E (or ADEK combo?) ... 25€

2025:
    * in multivit
    * bought an expensive Vitamin E mix also (all 8 isomers!) ... ###
    ----------
    * in madrid pharma: 120 1/d 33€ (prob expensive/bad)


-----------------------------------

    * Vitamin E:
        * always difficult to get:
            especially if you don't have quality oils available, like virgin olive oil
        * part of "ADEK" combo!
        ------------------------------------
        2025:
            bought multivit with "acetato de DL-Alpha Tocopherol"
            this is the synthetic form, which "some people" don't absorb as well
        ---------------
        ↓ "not good" <kajč:
        "Dl-alfa tokoferol je sintetična oblika, manj bio-razpložljivo napram D-alfa tokoferolu, potencialno toksično, rabiš drugače vseh 8 izomerov, se prav alfa, beta, gama, delta,  tokoferole in alfa, beta, delta gama tokotrienole"
            reccomends Tocotrienols ... or, all 8 isomers ("alpha,beta,gama,delta tocopherols + alpha,beta,gama,delta tocotrienols")
            https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319689
            ↓
            but expensive AF
            ↓
            https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0CJJL14L1 35€
            https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0924W2X46 24€ 120, could take halfs → [!!**] BUY I THINK
            ------------------------------------
            [!!**]:
                do they just PROTECT LONGTERM, or is there IMMEDIATE NOTICABLE IMPROVEMENT of any sort?
    ———————————— but also
    * Vitamin A:
        lack of milk & fish, and supplemented processed food!
        ... but plenty in leafy greens, tomatoes
    * A+D+E+K:
        especially: when you can't get proper food:
            manifests as:
                * are ill
                * or cave-in for a week to work ←huh?
    ---OR:---
        EAT CHARD
        EAT BUTTER

¶_[k!!*e] LOW/@SHOP/EXTRA!/@CLOTHES/DENSE— Socks ... 15€

2025:
    primark <1€ per pair

@CUBA:
    600CUP per pair, on street stalls, (fake "big brands"), not easy to get big numbers (>EU 44)

Bring:
    * Lots of cheap pairs:
        (for standard sizes & black or something normal)
        like 6 for 5$ probably exists
    * David size: 45 (US 11) ... 5 pairs
    * SOCKS not "LOW-CUT" socks

¶_[kr!*] LOW/KEEP/EXTRA/@PHARMA— Analgesics: Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Etc → pain

* Paracetamol
aka "Tylenol"
aka "acetaminofén"

* Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs):
    Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Naproxen

¶_[p!!*] LOW/EXTRA/@RX/PERSONAL— Anti-fungal ("Antimicotico"): Ketoconazol, Lotriderm, etc

* Ketoconazol:
    (!) Cubans prefer cream, not gel!

* Lotriderm (clotrimazole + betamethasone==corticosteroid):
    dermatitis, psiorasis, ...

¶_[k!!**] LOW/EXTRA/DENSE/@DIET— Magnesium ... 15€
matic:1x magnesium

Form:
    NOT oxide
    MAYBE carbonate, if not other choice
    BEST threonate (!! crosses BBB), aspartate, malate, ...

https://sourceofnature.eu/products/6-in-1-magnesium-420mg-180-capsules-3-month-supply

2025 pharmacy: mg 120 2/d 20€ (expensive, bad)

¶_[k!!*] LOW/EXTRA/DENSE/@DIET— Vitamin B-Complex (B1, B6, B12) ... 10€

2025: in multivit

¶_[p!*] LOW/EXTRA/DENSE/@DIET— Vitamin C (for adults - high mg) ... 5€
matic: 1x vitamin C 500g slow release

They say that, even though there's a lot of fruit here, it's sometimes not available, etc.

2025 @madrid pharma: vitamin C ... 20x 7€ (prob bad)

¶_[K!!*u] MID/EXTRA/@PHARMA/@GEAR— Relief cream (bites, trauma, etc) ... 10€

2025: decathlon stick again

* Decathlon lime-colored stick (~3€) worked well I think!
* Aloe vera + tea tree oil
* calendula
* ###

¶_[k!] LOW/EXTRA/@RX— Metamizole ("Dipirona", matamisol sodico) → headaches (banned in some countries)

Note:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Metamizole_(Dipyrone)_Availability_World_Map.svg

¶_[p!**] LOW/EXTRA/@RX— Metronidazole/Flagyl → giardia, also some STDs

can also be:
    Tinidazole/ornidazole
    Nitazoxanide

found @cuba (revolico) for CUP:
    (is it legit? what are dangers?)
    ###

¶_[p!] LOW/EXTRA/@RX— Blood pressure medications

###

¶_[k!!!] LOW/@SHOP/FOOD/EXTRA/DENSE— Nuts ... 120€

~12€/kg
No weird tastes.

2025:
    350g/w ... 1.5kg/m ... *5 = 7kg + 3kg gifts → 120€

¶_[k!!!*] MID/@SHOP/@GEAR/@SPECIAL/FOOD/EXTRA!— Whey protein powder ... 100€
Order May 2023: 8-10 lbs

Preferences:
    * "low or no lactose" ==isolate
    * "concentrate" is ~73%, "isolate" ~90%
    * ###

2025:
    * Found with masmusculo (own production!) for 15€/kg !:
        (shop in Madrid Goya)
    * Took 5kg
----------------------------------
masmusculo @goya
Información y contacto 91 401 75 40
madrid.goya@osunasport.com:


————— 2025: initial price check ... model vs other sources of protein

25€/kg:
    * https://www.proteini.si/sl/beljakovine/sirotka 2kg = 50€
    * https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Protein-Powder-Vanilla-Servings-Packaging/ 1kg = 25€
↓
is ~73% protein
== (100/73) x1.39
== 35€/kg
↓
↓ compare this with:
↓
    * fish cans ...  20g/100 ... can ~1.5€ ... costs 0.3€ ==15€/kg !
    * peanut butter ... 30%, (100/30) x3.33, 8€/kg ... 25€/kg
↓↓↓
FISH CANS ARE REALLY THE BEST
BUT MAKE A COMBO


——————— q

* What is "balanced protein", and how to check that? How to adjust it for my needs?:

* How to gain weight (muscle)?:
    """Creatine + proteins + workout"""


——————— online, you can find great deals

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B08L75XNXP
14.5€/kg but have to wait 1 month :-(

https://www.amazon.es/Olimp-Whey-Protein-Complex-Sabor/dp/B0C6BWZ63D
Olimp Whey Protein Complex 100% 700 gr Sabor Coco 
22€/kg

https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/mp/bigman/bigman-ultimate-whey-protein-2-kg/_/R-p-439f5657-c158-4f68-9856-4c0551d46e88?mc=439f5657-c158-4f68-9856-4c0551d46e88_g201
23€/kg 72g

https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/mp/masmusulo-fit-line/whey-fit-2kg-platano-de-masmusculo-fit-line/_/R-p-d78efdb3-68aa-4202-bd5e-4f8a7af33b47?mc=d78efdb3-68aa-4202-bd5e-4f8a7af33b47_g101
15€/kg 72g

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B07ZV11H3P
PBN ... 14€/kg amazon, good tastes ... but 1 month to deliver :(

¶_[k!!!*] MID/@SHOP?/@GEAR?/@ONLINE/@DIET/@SPECIAL/FOOD/EXTRA— Other powders (Creatine, BCAA, Glutamine, etc) ... 100€

Look for reductions!

Need:
    * Creatine
    * BCAA
    * Glutamine
    * ###

All are daily, post-workout OR just boost proteins. Should be regular.

————— 2025 bought @decathlon

Creatine OPTIMUM POLVO 317g : 22€
https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/creatina-polvo-317-g/_/R-p-X8350123?mc=8350123
70€/kg (pure)
(!) is NOT carnitine ;-)

BCAA frutos rojos 250g 14€ (35 servings) ... =56€/kg ... incl VIT B6, B9, C
https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/bcaa-2-1-1-frutos-rojos-250-g/_/R-p-307155?mc=8545108

↓
returned!


————— 2025 replacing

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0BT113ZSC/259-9292206-7719223
22€/kg creatine !

https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/mp/masmusulo-fit-line/creatina-micronizada-200-mesh-150g-de-masmusculo-fit-line/_/R-p-240f2527-47f8-468f-a53d-bfee3f9d89bd?mc=240f2527-47f8-468f-a53d-bfee3f9d89bd_g410
creatine
65% off ... 30€/kg

BCAA + Glutamin + electrolites
reduced 72%
https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/mp/mmsupplements/glutamina-kyowa-bcaa-electrolitos-300g-limon-de-mm-supplements/_/R-p-9e0a703f-84a2-4dec-84f1-d551e38a2653?mc=9e0a703f-84a2-4dec-84f1-d551e38a2653_g29
looks like a good product

In masmusculo:
* looked for "Glutamina kyowa + BCAA + electrolites"
* gut "iron addict" for ###


————— 2025 more

* What is Creatine?:

* What is BCAA:
    "BCAA can help stimulate muscle protein synthesis and prevent muscle breakdown."
    "2:1:1" ... Ratio of Leucin, Isoleucin, Valine
    Daily~2.4g : 1.2g : 1.2g
    --------
    """On training days, consume 10g – 15g of BCAA's immediately post workout. On both training and non-training days, consume 6g of BCAA's between meals"""

 * What is Glutamine:
    Glutamine can support recovery and immune health.
    Sometimes has Glutamin ... best is "Kyowa quality"

* What else?:
    See 🔗nootropics

¶_[p?uu] LOW/LONGTERM— Water quality measurement

Test for:
    * lead???
    * ph
    * ###

¶_[p!*iu] SKIP/COMPLEX/LONGTERM/HX/@ONLINE— Air quality measurement
[!] >AI

should measure:
    * at least CO2 ppm
    * particles
    * car pollution (for Havana!)
because:
    * Ventilation can be tricky
    * havana is quite dirty
    * weather can make things complicated

¶_[p!] LOW/GIFT/PROCURE?— Harmonica "Lee Oskar C blues"
>jose.alfredo
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Lee%20Oskar%20C%20harmonica&ref=glow_cls&refresh=1
they cost ~$50

¶_[p/??u] LOW/FOOD/TOXIC/@ONLINE— Food quality tests (adulteration)

* Blue light?
* ###

¶_[p/!] LOW/HX/EXTRA?/CAPITAL— Network equipment

* passive gigabit 8 port switch (~30EUR) (m)
* old 3g huawei router ?? (m)
* old N standard usb wi-fi stick ?? (m)

¶_[p~u] LOW/EXTRA?/SOLAR/@FERRETERIA— Wiring, fuses, buses, Wagos(!), etc? ... 5€

Also consider:
    Soldering kit!

¶_[p!*] LOW/@ONLINE/KEEP?/HX/ELX/ART— Raspberry pi, Arduino, sensors, microcontrollers ...

Which ones?
What would they used for?
How many?

---------------
(Would be nice to bring some art tech!)
(projector + rpi400 + dmx light for example)

¶_[p!!!**] HX/+DAVID— Official X230 battery

Find one :D
And test it, I suppose.
>matic

¶_[k!!*] LATER/LOW/FOOD/@SHOP— Real can opener ... 5€
:)

2025: In multitool


<--------------------------------------- (new) CHT TECHNICALS ↑

¶_[k!!**] LOW/@SHOP/THERE?/EXTRA/PERSONAL/ORDER— Chamomile tea ... 2€
(for Vivi)

Contra eye infections.

2025:
    Ideal would be bag, maybe?

¶_[k!!e] LOW/@SHOP/FOOD— Baking powder ... 5€

What type

——— A) "pecilni prašek"
little bags (baking soda + "plaster of paris")

——— B) "soda bicarbona"
(for vivi)

——— C) nodules (what I got from USA):
is a different thing!
###

——— (D) Living yeast block
AKA "compressed yeast"
AKA fresh yeast
AKA cake yeast

can it be maintained? (no)

Viability

• Even if stored properly, fresh yeast will eventually lose its potency. To test if it's still active:
  • Dissolve a small piece in warm water (about 100°F or 38°C) with a pinch of sugar.
  • If it bubbles and foams within 5–10 minutes, it's still active. If not, it's no longer usable.

See:
    * https://mojacokolada.si/novice/pecilni-prasek-in-soda-bikarbona-kaksna-je-razlika
    * ###
--------------------------------
↓
FREEZE IT, WILL LAST FOR MONTHS MAYBE
"""

• Fresh yeast typically lasts 2–4 weeks in the refrigerator and up to 6 months in the freezer. Beyond its expiration date, its leavening power will diminish, so it’s best to use it as soon as possible.

"""

¶_[k!!ee] LOW/@SHOP/@AIRPORT/@IKEA— Shopping bags (quality) ... 5€

Maybe 5x1€.

Like:
    * ikea blue
    * the bigger 0.5€ supermarket bags
    * also on airports (and help to get more on carry-on!)
    * decathlon has synthetic ones
    * ###

¶_[p!*] LATER/LOW/@PHARMA/KEEP?— Oral rehydration salts ... 6€

Essential when you dehydrate, like during diarrhea because of illness.

https://www.boticana.es/probioticos/34421-hydro-suero-o.html
Hydro Suero Oral Sabor Naranja 8 Sobres de 5,4 gr.
6€

-------------------------------------------------
Available in Cuba?
"LBF sales de rehidration oral"
26,505g
contains:
    * anhydrous dextrose
    * NaCl
    * sodium citrate dihydrate
    * PoCl

¶_[k!!!**] HIGH/@ONLINE/PERSONAL— Contact lenses ... 50€

* 1 box = 6 lenses = 3 months

2025: https://www.alensa.es 20€ for "Carl Zeiss Contact Day 30 Compatic"

¶_[P!oh] LATER/LOW/@CUBA?— Bicycle ... 300€
aka bike

Especially if you want something special, serviceable, etc?

————— maybe folding?
(for short distances around Havana?)

https://www.decathlon.es/es/p/bicicleta-plegable-20-pulgadas-6v-tilt-120-gris/_/R-p-120068?mc=8500543



——————— my bike ad (on tg group)
"""
Quiero #Comprar dos #bici. Presupeusto ~100/150eur para cada - - pero escucho ofertas poco mas altas si vendes algo interesante: un plegable?, o un MTB de gran tamaño de cuadro (L). Quiero comprar pronto, #Habana #Centro o #vieja #vedado etc
"""

¶_[p!] MID/@CUBA?/LONGTERM— Tent, armaflex (for biking)

Should be possible to find camping gear there?
Or someone brings it later.

¶_[k!] LOW/@IKEA— Ikea box of sealable bags ... 10€
aka ikea food bag
aka freezer bag

2025 got three sizes:
    1L+0.4L (red) is nice

Also nice for lining your cargo bags;)

¶_[p!!] LATER/MID/@IKEA/@SHOP— Ikea-style kitchen clips

###

¶_[k!!**] LOW/@GEAR/SPORTS— Basketballs ... ~30€

2025:
    2x 12€
    1x 7€

¶_[!!**e] OKAY/MID/@CLOTHES/@GEAR?/@ONLINE— Wireless headphones ... 14€

2025: primark for 14€

¶_[p!*e] OKAY/LOW/@CLOTHES— Strong mini travel case" ... 6€

2025:
    A) primark 6€ ?
    B) i have the superbelt, is fine

Useful for:
    * disks
    * (loose) pills
    * ###

¶_[p!!*e] SKIP/OKAY/LOW/@CLOTHES/PERSONAL/@CUBA?— Wallet ... 10€

A) SKIP:
    use fanny bag // ziplock bags // paperbinds
B) GET:
    don't be more weird :)
C) GET IN CUBA?

¶_[k!!*e] OKAY/LOW/@SHOP/@CLOTHES/PERSONAL— Combs ... 3€

###

¶_[ka$] @CLOTHES— (clothes overview 20250211)

Check 20250227 (have feeling I forgot a bag in Madrid...)

* jackets (2):
    ---------slo
    * black Helly Hansen "Odin series" L/G regular fit
    ---------cuba 23
    * beige nike jacket
* pants (4):
    ---------slo
    * black primark jeans (mat fix)
    * black chinos
    ---------fuerte
    * blue levi's jeans 511 W33 L34
    ---------madrid
    * black primark jeans W32 L32
* long trainers (1):
    * black trainers
* synthetic leggings (2):
    * black Nike Air Jordan (Zalando)
    * black Moorhead (Berlin)
* pulover (4):
    * teal bench
    * black thin (mat fix)
    * green wool
    * gray thermos
* synthetic shorts (6):
    ---------slo
    * white puma
    ---------fuerte
    * black
    * blue
    * salmon
    * green reebok
    * red reef (found on beach)
* shorts (2):
    ---------fuerte
    * white cotton
    ---------madrid
    * primark black/copper jeans
* undies (16+###):
    ---------slo (8)
    * beige nike jordan
    * olive lycra
    * 2x dark green
    * tropical/palms
    * 5x zalando black
    ---------fuerte (2)
    * blue synthetic
    * pink/kiwi
    ---------madrid (6)
    * 3x primark hipsters cotton modal (13€) ... 54 modal, 42 cot, 4 elastan ... "inox"
    * 3x primark hipsters microfibre (13€) ... 88 poly, 12 elastan ... "gray stripe"
    ---------cuba (###)
    * white
    * green springfield
    * ###
___________________________________
* socks (44):
    ---------slo (12)
    * tropical wow (zalando)
    * 2x thermal (1 old, 1 from vidka)
    * 5x normal black (DG/whatever):
        FOUND 2
    * 2x zalando black+color stripe (green, purple)
    * free palestine melon
    * dark blue with silver lines
    * light gray with lines
    ---------fuerte (3)
    * blue long
    * 2x yellow sports
    ---------madrid (19)
    —active—
    * 3x black + silver heel
    * 1x sports
    —bought—
    * 7x gray cotton blend "antibacterial" (7→5€) ... 65 poly, 34 cot, 1 elastan
    * 7x cotton rich (8→5€) ... 70 cot, 28 poly, 2 elast
    * 5x black sports socks (4€) ... 61 poly, 35 cot, 3 elastodiene, 1 elastan
* long tees (1):
    * 1x lakers (synthetic)
* shoes (6):
    ---------slo
    * thin boots (zalando 50→15€)
    ---------madrid (3)
    * lime sports shoes 46
    * nike terrascape
    * timberland boots
    ---------madrid
    * black mid-tops (primark 20€)
    ---------cuba
    * black trainers (decathlon 2023, 20€)
* tees (11):
    ---------slo (5)
    * black "sister iodine"
    * gray
    * black lunch money life → lost @fuerte
    * beige berlin atonal
    * black jesenovec (head)
    * olive (head)
    ---------fuerte (2)
    * salmon wifebeater
    * navy heavy synthetic
    ---------madrid (4)
    * 1x beige wicking
    * 3x primark cotton (black nyc, white flower, white miami)
    ---------cuba (###)
    * graymix Owl (big)
    * black, subtle triangleish lines
    * white Anja marxist gift (big, sleep)
    * ###
* etc:
    ---------slo
    * lime sleeping bag Salewa + bag
    * gray synthetic clothes bag
    ---------fuerte
    * khaki strong cotton "6x6m" bag
    * blue synthetic clothes bag
    * cool towel (white + indian patterns)
    * 3x ikea white patterned kitchen cloth
    ---------madrid
    * 3x primark khaki tea towel
    * 1x XL black space towel
    ---------cuba 23
    * 1x M(?) black space towel
    ---------cuba 25
    * air china blanket (navy dark blue)

¶[!**] LOW/ORDER/@SHOP— Nutella 3kg ... 25€
(for palachinka)

¶[k!*] LOW/ORDER/@SHOP— Stainless steel pot, 2L ... 30€
(for B)

¶_[p!!*] OKAY/LOW/@ONLINE/@DIET— Iron ... 10€
###

2025: have some with, i'll be fine

¶_[p!!*] LATER/LOW/@ONLINE/@DIET— Multi Collagen ... 10€

First, does it make sense?
* https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/jun/02/is-it-true-that-taking-collagen-supplements-slows-signs-of-ageing :
    says no
* ###

———— options

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0DJGXBKDL
1,2,3,5,10
4-source collagen mix ... 19€ for 3 months ... now 22€
"""
Advanced formula with 5 types of pure hydrolyzed collagen Discover the power of hydrolyzed collagen type I, II, III, V, and X. This supplement combines bovine hydrolyzed collagen peptides, marine PEPTAN, camper egg membrane ESM and chicken type 2 collagen for a complete solution. 
"""

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B084QJ5QL2
another 4-source ... 14€ (less concentrated)

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B078Y7M3S1
marine collagen + hyaluronic + q10 ... 12€ 40 days

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B09435RW1R
via chicken : 1,5,10 + hyaluronic ... 20€ for 1 month (treat), 2 months (maintain)

//////////////////// asking
A) https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B07NQKTVH5 ta je sam "hidroliziran" 
B) https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B084QJ5QL2 nek multi? 
C) https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0DJGXBKDL?th=1 multi? 
D) https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B078Y7M3S1 sam marine



———— info

* "marine collagen" is "highly bioavailable"
    * (!) reduces cholesterol
    * (!) needs Vit-C
    * (!!) production slows with age ("after 30")
    * "about 16 types exist, 90% is type 1-3":

• Type I. This type makes up 90% of your body’s collagen. Type I is densely packed and used to provide structure to your skin, bones, tendons and ligaments.
• (!!) Type II. This type is found in elastic cartilage, which provides joint support.
• Type III. This type is found in muscles, arteries and organs.
• Type IV. This type is found in the layers of your skin.
• (!!) Type V. This type is found in the cornea of your eyes, some layers of skin, hair and tissue of the placenta.

        ---------------------------
        (!!) damages collagen:
            * smoking
            * UV
            * sugar / refined carbs
        ---------------------------
        (!) supports collagen production:

• Vitamin C. Vitamin C is found in oranges, strawberries, bell peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and potatoes.
• Proline. Proline is found in mushrooms, cabbage, asparagus, peanuts, wheat, fish, egg whites and meat.
• Glycine. Glycine is found in red meats, turkey, chicken and pork skin, peanuts and granola.
• Copper. Copper is found in liver, lobster, oysters, shiitake mushrooms, nuts and seeds, leafy greens, tofu and dark chocolate.
• Zinc. Zinc is found in oysters, red meat, poultry, pork, beans, chickpeas, nuts, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, whole grains and milk products.

        --------------------
        https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23089-collagen
        https://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/nov/06/initially-i-thought-it-was-a-scam-can-collagen-really-turn-back-the-clock
    * ###

¶_[p!!*] LATER/MID/@ONLINE/@DIET— Hyaluronic acid + Q10 + MSM
Staying pretty ;-)

——— Biotin (B7)
is alraedy in general multivit, but this is not a problem
"""For biotin (B7), the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) for adults is around 30 micrograms. While there’s no official upper limit established for biotin, most studies suggest that taking 5,000 to 10,000 micrograms per day (about 100x the RDA) is generally safe for most people."""


——— MSM
"""Kot sem že omenu, razlika v koži, da jo js opazm s prostim očesom opazm, je samo z MSM prahom"""
<kajč


——— Options
https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B077PBQF2X
only hyal* ... 13€ / 3 month

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B08DG3V2QD
120 pills ... per 2 ↓ 19€
glucosamine 1000mg, MSM 450mg, selenio 30mmg, boswelic acid, hilauronic 30mg

https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B07L9C38RD
14€ very low dose
###

¶_[p!!*] SKIP/LOW/@DIET/@ONLINE— Calcium ... 10€

Need ~1200mg/day !

_________ types
"""
There are several forms of calcium supplements, each with pros and cons:
Calcium Carbonate Cheap, high elemental calcium (40%)...Needs stomach acid (take with food), may cause bloating/constipation...People with normal stomach acid, budget-friendly option
Calcium Citrate Absorbs well even with low stomach acid, gentler on digestion...Less elemental calcium (21%), slightly more expensive...Older adults, people on acid reducers (PPIs), sensitive stomachs
Calcium Phosphate Good absorption, similar to food sources...Less common, may be more expensive...Those wanting a balanced option
Calcium Gluconate/Lactate Mild, good for sensitive systems...Very low elemental calcium (9-13%)...Rarely used for supplementation
"""
↓
OK, consider Phosphate or Citrate but Carbonate is fine!

_________ pills in Cuba

https://www.revolico.com/item/carbonato-de-calcio-500mg-blister-de-10-tabletas-49386435
(+) 200 CUP only ... so 2€/month
(—) some Indian factory... ("WEST COAST") maybe suspicious...:
    https://www.cecmed.cu/registro/rcp/medicamentos/carbonato-calcio-0

https://www.revolico.com/item/calcio-48630092
20€ 60x ... 2 months ... 10€/month

https://www.revolico.com/item/calcio-con-vitamina-d3-49159337
###

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$


_________ important (!!!)

* vitamin C increases absorption, by ~30%:
    (... and +100% for iron!)

* Phytates (in bread, beans, nuts) REDUCE calcium absorption:
    by ~50–60% when CONSUMED TOGETHER with other stuff

* Oxalates (in spinach, okra) are WORSE (~80–90%)

"""
Worst Pairings
❌ Cheese + whole wheat bread/beans/nuts → Half the calcium wasted.
❌ Cheese + spinach → Oxalates block almost all calcium.
"""


_________ daily for me

"""
bread (300g)......~50mg......total ~150mg......phytates reduce absorption EVEN FOR OTHER FOODS LIKE CHEESE (!!!)
pasta (300g)...... ~20mg......total ~60mg......very low, unless fortified
cuban cheese (150g)...... ~500mg......total ~750mg......fresh cheese, good source
oveja/cow curado cheese (150g)...... ~600mg......total ~900mg......aged cheese, best source
hard water (3L, unfiltered)...... ~60mg/L......total ~180mg......varies by region (high in Ca/Mg)
okra, cooked (200g)...... ~160mg......total ~320mg......high in oxalates (reduces absorption)
black beans (200g cooked)...... ~35mg......total ~70mg......phytates reduce absorption
brown/white beans (200g cooked)...... ~50mg......total ~100mg......slightly better than black beans
sardines, canned (120g)...... ~400mg......total ~480mg......with bones, excellent source
kale, raw (100g)...... ~150mg......total ~150mg......low oxalates, good absorption
almonds (50g)...... ~120mg......total ~60mg......phytates reduce absorption (soak to reduce phytates)
sesame seeds (30g)...... ~280mg......total ~84mg......best if hulled/toasted (phytates reduce absorption)
walnuts (30g)...... ~28mg......total ~8mg......very low, high phytates
yuca/cassava (300g)...... ~20mg......total ~60mg......very low, starchy staple
malanga (300g)...... ~50mg......total ~150mg......slightly better than yuca
"""


________ ...or just eat egg shells
https://davidspasture.com/blog/eggshells-the-perfect-calcium-supplement-and-free

"""
Yes, paradoxically, too little calcium can increase the risk of kidney stones. Here's why:

• Oxalate Absorption – Without enough calcium in your diet, your intestines absorb more oxalate, which then gets excreted through urine. High oxalate levels can bind with calcium in the kidneys, forming calcium oxalate stones—the most common type of kidney stone.
• Calcium Binding in the Gut – When you consume enough calcium, it binds to oxalate in the intestines instead of the kidneys, allowing it to be excreted harmlessly.

"""

¶[Ska!!] LOW/@PHARMA/@RX— (more pills in 2025)
is a #hyperecon case ... "SHARED MEDICINE CACHES"

-------slo
* RX broncho-munal (27/5) ... immunity from pulmonary infections
* RX doksivibra==doxycycline ... #AB
* RX amoksiklav+klavulanska==Amoxicillin 875/15 (25/2) ... #AB
* nalgesin forte 550 (27/12) ... pain
* ciloxan==ciproflaxacin ear drops 3mg/L (24/10) ... #AB
* menaderm simple cream (25/10) ... for eczema/psiorasis/atopical dermatitis/"dark circles under the eyes"
* RX ciprinol 500==ciproflaxacin tablets (25/2) ... #AB

-------fuerte
* RX yurelax==cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride (23/7) ... muscle spasms
* RX robaxin==metacarbamol 500 (24/10) ... muscle relaxant, spasms
* almax 500 ... stomach ache, heartburn (###)
* ultralevura 250mg saccharomyces boulardii (24/12) ... probiotic, prevent diarrhea with AB use
* nolotil==metamizole/dipyrone 375 (23/7) ... severe pain and fever
* ... more metamizol 575 (20/5)
* febrectal rectal paracetamol (25/6) ... ###
* variliv diosmina 500 ... chronic venous insufficiency, hemorrhoids, other circulatory disorders
* RX fluconazol 200 ... candidiasis (oral, vaginal, systemic), cryptococcal meningitis
* fortasec 2mg == loperamide hydrochloride (24/4) ... contra diarrhea
* efferalgan + vitC == paracetamol 
* lorazepam 1mg ... benzodiazepine used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other related conditions, and may also be used as a muscle relaxant or sedative.
* paracetamol mylan 1g (20/1) ...
* RX? Fluimucil 500 x6 ... COPD, cystic fibrosis, break down lungs mucus & contra paracetamol overdose(!)
* RX cefuroxima==cephalosporin 500 (22/8) .... #AB respiratory, urinay, skin
* cetirizina==cetirizine hydrochloride ... antihistamine
* RX aquoral ... dry mouth
* RX? motilium 10 == domperidone ... anti nausea/vomiting, dyspepsia, gastro
* RX? omeprazol ... PPI for gastro, with other pills
* salus floradix pills (23/10) ... IRON supplement
* RX sertralina 50 ... SSRI ... depression, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
* RX progevera 10 == medroxyprogesterone acetate == synthetic progesterone (27/4) ... abnormal uterine bleeding, secondary amenorrhea (absence of menstrual periods), and to delay menstruation
* mucosan 75 == ambroxol hydrochloride ... elimination of excess mucus and phlegm in conditions such as colds and flu

¶[!!!**] @TASK/@ONLINE/@CUBA— Health insurance

2025: Going without, because of "karenca" (3-day delay). Will buy on airport.

---------
(!!!) YOU MUST BOOK AT LEAST 3 DAYS BEFORE, BECAUSE OF (standard?) 3-DAY PERIOD:
    Coris mentions it, Solway doesn't let you book
---------

A) some host country agency:
    * Coris (Slovenia)
    * ###
B) EU offers:
    * ###
C) with Cuban agency:
    It is:
        * Solways
        * ... for ASISTUR: https://asistur.cu
        * ... offered by ESICUR : https://www.esicuba.cu
    https://www.solwayscuba.com/cuba-travel-medical-insurance/
D) both Cuban + foreign:
    ###

----------------------------------

via Solways site:
"""
Do You Need Travel Insurance to Visit Cuba?
Yes. As from May 1st, 2010, Cuban authorities require the possession of travel insurance with coverage of medical expenses to enter the country. Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, a mandatory COVID 19 coverage was added. 
ESICUBA offers the opportunity to purchase an insurance that fulfill the previous requirements.
[...]
-------------
Who provides the assistance service?
ASISTUR is responsible at name of ESICUBA for executing the assistance services required by the Traveler during stay in the national territory.
Alarm Center
24-hour assistance service 365 days a year
Address: 208 Paseo del Prado Street, Old Havana, Havana. 
Phones: (+53)7866 4121, (+53)7 866 8920, (+53)7 866 8339, (+53)7 866 8527 and (+53)7 867 1315
E-mail: asisten@asistur.cu
"""

----------------------------------

¶[k!o] @CUBA— Moringa Pills

In pharmacies ... Really cheap, like 50cup for ~100 pills...

https://www.cubanoticias360.com/vuelan-las-pastillas-de-moringa-en-la-habana/
"""
Los estudios cubanos y foráneos sobre la planta reconocen su importancia nutricional y beneficios para la salud con propiedades medicinales como:
    antibiótico, antiinflamatorio, antioxidante, antianémico y antiasmático, entre otras.
"""



<--------------------------------------------------- (new)++((new)) 2025 ↑



* dessicants:
    A) normal: for pills, powders in ziplock, etc
    B) heavy duty (?): for long-term storage of stuff in ziplocks etc



#dental #medical
FOR TOOTH REPAIRS
Stuff:
    * Probiotic lozenges (e.g., BLIS K12, M18)
    * Fermented foods (kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi)
    * CoQ10 supplements (supports gum healing)
    * coconut oil (for oil pulling, 5–10 min daily)
    * high-quality probiotics:
        * Saccharomyces boulardii
        * Lactobacillus strains, that support vagal tone
    * Omega-3s (fish oil reduces inflammation linked to vagus dysfunction).
Get tests:
    * get CRP/ESR blood tests (inflammation markers)
--------------------
also see [→]VAGUS NERVE



(MERGING)
--------- can get here??
* "IKEA boxes" (smaller ones seen in some shops! for bigger, use luggage!)
* good shower gel
* surfaces?
--------- can get here
* mop
* bikes
* cleaning stuff
* dishwashing soap
* soap (m00 said was available)
* viledas
* plunger
* ###



Guitar (actual)
... and other stuff I brought and is not on the list
also for the kilogram!


Flour / Harina
https://www.facebook.com/groups/993017281818548/posts/1374577520329187/?comment_id=1374587436994862&reply_comment_id=1374588700328069
45kg → 25000cup (65€)
-----------------------------------------------------
Hola buenos dias a todos vamos por lo grande (HARINA DE TRIGO DE LA TURKA FRESCA LLAMAME Y HACEGURA TU COMPRA AL MAYOR) YA ESTAN A LA MANO (ME LLAMO YITSUAN AL 51177186)     PRECIO ES  10500 MONEDA NACIONAL.
25kg → 10500cup


Bike helmet 


FIND SOURCES @CUBA
    * oil
    * vinegar
    * sesame ("ajonjoli")



+++++++++++++ IN CUBA, FEEL I FORGOT (TO EVEN WRITE) $$$$$$$$$$$$$
    -----------------------------------20250324↓
    * baking paper
    * alu paper
    * peeler?
    * normal pencil
    * guitar stuff:
        * cables
        * USB→9V
    * ###
    -----------------------------------(before)
    * vix / vaporub (when i was coughing)
    * covid test
    * check all KEEP
    * check all LATER/OKAY/etc
    * kitchen scissors
    * cacao powder (pure)
    * (research) more "superfoods"
    * sarten with lid
    -----------------------------------apagones
    * portable fan:
        https://www.amazon.ca/ADUST-20000mAh-Rechargeable-Portable-Oscillating/dp/B0CSJZ191S?
    * lithum battery system:
        AC charger + DC→AC inverter + lithium battery ... solar ready, optional? ("they will steal it")
    * reverse osmosis water system:
        ###
    * ... (or anything simple and sustainable that can render 20L daily / 600L monthly)
    -----------------------------------camping (artemisa)
    * camping mat
    * tent: small, 1-2 person:
        rain ready
        bike ready
    * tarp:
        for floor / as tent
    * more rope
    * anti-rain protection for backpack ("big trash can"?)
    * "nylon eco" (i think they mean - poop bags)
    * cooking set
    * ###


((now)) ↑↓


should have brought more:
    * tea ?
    * t-shirts !
    * fish cans!
    * chocolates! (easy energy/lift up/self-reward)
    * sausages !!!
    * ###



+++++++++++++++ DOCUMENT BLIND SPOTS (==PERSONAL BACKPACK)
* clothes & shoes:
    [↓]
* toiletries:
    * contact lenses + fluid
    * toothbrush + paste
    * gilette proglide + extras
    * ###
* medicines:
    ###
* green bag:
    comb
    sunglasses
    small bags
    headlamp
    tape
    rope
    hankie
    aloe
    micro plastic box: ibuprofen, guitar pick, sim card ejector
    rubbers
    ikea clips
    illumination tape
* green→micro bag:
    travel fork
    teas
    bandages
    ethanol pads
    condom
    stickers
* synthetic clothes bag x2:
    [↓]clothes
* sleeping bag
* tech bag (A3):
    * second phone
    * tablet / reader
    * extra sunglasses
    * ###
* (some plastic bags)
* ###



+++++++++++ also bought 2025 (for KEEP list)

* travel bag 10L 3€

* knee R500 20€

* personal scale (bathroom scale) ... 10€:
    update: happy i got it.




+++++++ more ideas

* black backpack (the one i have is torn...)

* powdered milk?:
    7L from kg. but expensive
    update:
        * maybe good idea with protein shakes, to just add a bit. esp if it would be calcium fortified.
        * (2025/6) sold in mipymes without a price, government regulates it at ~1800, but they want to sell it at a higher price

* hook-scale:
    A) just get a small, precise one, for market use (<10kg)
    B) get one that I can also use for personal weight (with ropes) but can also travel with:
        would be best, but nothing for 100kg, under 30€
        B1) learn to use with counterweight? but prob can't be precise to 0.3kg without problems
        B2) just order the industrial one from Temu ;-)

* luggage organizer pack (6x, 18€):
    https://www.amazon.es/-/en/dp/B0CWRP2KHR

* hx— projector for 50-100€
https://www.amazon.es/dp/B0CWCV46GM any good?

* proper reverse osmosis filter setup
does this filter protozoa etc?
does it leave water ok?
↓
https://www.amazon.es/dp/B09Q5DVL4C 360€
-----------
update: what did brandon get?