Top products from r/VisitingIceland
We found 25 product mentions on r/VisitingIceland. We ranked the 75 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. BESTEK 200W Power Inverter DC 12V to 110V AC Inverter with 4.2A 4-Port USB Car Adapter [ETL Listed]
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
BESTEK Advantage: America's #1 power inverter brand. Provides 200 watts continuous DC to AC power and 500 watts peak output power to charge your multiple electronic devices on the goDC to AC Converter: 3 AC outlets and 4.2A 4 USB charging ports ideal for powering 7 devices simultaneously, great for ...
2. Iceland (National Geographic Adventure Map (3302))
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
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3. STABILicers Walk Traction Cleat for Walking on Snow and Ice, Black, Medium (1 Pair)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Pair of robust traction cleats fit securely on any shoe or boot to reduce the risk of falls and increase safety when walking on snow and iceMulti-directional heat-treated steel traction plates are molded into the heel and forefoot of the stretch-to-fit thermoplastic elastomer binding for maximum sur...
4. TSLA Women's Snow Pants Windproof Ski Insulated Water-Repel Rip-Stop Bottoms, Snow Pants(xkb90) - Black, Medium [Waist 27.5-29.5_Hips 41-43 Inch]
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
***Alert: True to size : Please follow the size examples below***(Ex: Size "X-Small" 5'6" ft 105 lbs. - Pictured Model's Measurements.)(EX: Size "Small recommended"- Size for 5'4" 127 lbs. *** Updated size guide based on customer's comments***(EX: Size "Large recommended"- Size for 5'5" 150 lbs. ***...
5. B+W 67mm ND 3.0-1,000X with Single Coating (110)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
This filter uses our standard B+W F-Pro filter mount, which has a front accessory thread and is made of brass.Truly Neutral Gray designManufactured from Water-White Schott Glass
6. Optimus Titanium Long Spoon
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Suitable for transportingUnique hardening ProcessStrong and durableLight weightChild safe cap19g / .7oz215mm / 8.5in
7. BESTEK 75W Power Inverter DC 12V to 110V AC Car Inverter Power Converter
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
BESTEK advantage: America's leading power inverter brand. Provides 75 watts continuous DC to AC power and 200 watts of peak powerDc to AC inverter: 1 AC outlet and 3. 1a dual USB charging ports ideal for powering laptops tablets smartphones and other electronic devices12V inverter: directly plug in ...
9. Bolle - Tracker Ii Safety Glasses/Specs Yellow Lens + Free Bag
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Comes with retaining cord, and storage pouch
10. Kikkerland UL03-A Universal Travel Adapter
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Worldwide compatibilityFolds flatter than any other adapter on the marketMore than 150 countriesUltra compactABS plastic
11. Dr. Martens Womens 1460W Originals Eight-Eye Lace-Up Boot, Black Smooth Leather, 7 M US/ 5 UK
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Classic combat boot with chunky lug sole and branded heel pull tab
12. OP/TECH USA 9001132 Rainsleeve - Original, 2-Pack (Clear)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Compact design fits easily in a bag or pocket.Designed for handheld use or tripod application.Unique eyepiece opening adapts to most viewfinders for viewing through the lens - not plastic!Drawstring lens opening offers easy access and a snug fit.RAINSLEEVE fits Lenses up to 18" L X 7" Diameter (45.7...
13. The Sagas of Icelanders: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
14. Tokina Tokina 12-24mm F/4 PRO DX Autofocus Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Optimized for Nikon Digital SLR CamerasF/22 to F/4 Aperture13 Elements in 11 Groups Optical ConstructionMacro Ratio - 1 - 811.8 (30cm) Minimum Focus Distance
15. Rough Guide Map Iceland
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Used Book in Good Condition
16. Lonely Planet Iceland (Country Guide)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
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17. Lonely Planet Iceland (Travel Guide)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Lonely Planet
The Osprey Atmos is a more popular backpack than that Volt. Fit is really the most important part of this - so if you have a chance to try either on - that would be ideal.
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These poles are better than the ones you have listed:
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The North Face Venture jacket is more popular / recommended than the Resolve:
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Skip the solar charger. A USB battery pack is way more useful. Solar are just too bulky and low charge for the effort. Get 2 if you really need the power.
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Tent is really small and not a popular/quality brand. How much time will you spend sleeping in this? Every night? Have you ever slept in a 1-person bivy style shelter before? Where will your backpack go at night? I would not recommend this. If you really need to go this cheap (under $100 is SUPER low for a quality ultralight backpacking tent) - then consider Nature Hike brand. They are a knockoff Chineese company that's somewhat good.
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That sleeping bag is garbage. It's super bulky and not very warm. The 32F rating is a straight up lie.
I recommend this bag instead:
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You also need a sleeping pad. Not optional. Check this out:
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100% skip that hammer multitool. WOW is that thing bad. If you need a knife - buy a knife. You do not need a hammer for backpacking.
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The headlamp is great, good choice.
The stove / pot / cook kit is okay. It's a popular budget option. If you could spend a bit more there are better choices. For example:
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Don't forget TP/wipes (and a way to pack them out once used), good wool socks, dry bags / pack cover, food bag, water bottles, map, first aid, toiletries, lighter, duct tape, phone/camera, and other random items. Plus clothes of course - lots of layers!
Thanks for the posting and for the helpful analysis! At least one volcanologist from the Met Office is saying there's nothing to worry about right now, but I'm sure there are many contradicting opinions.
I really hope it doesn't blow. I brought about five N95 3M dustmasks (they pack flat and weigh nothing) and some Bolle safety goggles as well as some old swimming goggles.
I figure better to err on the side of caution as you just never know what might happen! Is there anything else you would recommend travelers bring to be a bit prepared for a big eruption?
-- If you email them they can answer your questions about the inverter, and that might be a good idea because it can vary from what's pictured, but the pic looks like it has one USB port and one plug port for European plugs. I brought my own inverter, this one which has 4 USB ports and 3 US outlets. The red version has better USB ports (4x 2.1a instead of 2x 2.1 and 2x 1a). With this I never needed to look for an outlet to charge any of my gear.
-- The stoves are usually butane fuel and come with one bottle. On my trip fuel was readily available at gas stations and some campgrounds. They may have supplies from previous renters you can pick through as well.
-- I bought all my food there (my van had a fridge) so I'm no help on this one.
Enjoy your trip!
Interesting to hear that the campers are so similar!
Looks like GoCampers offers a cooler for 15 euro, which isn't too bad. As for the cigarette port, this looks like it'd serve our purposes. Thanks!
So here is my slightly OCD google map with various layers. I went in early September and the weather was mixed, lots of rain and lots of wind (more on that later). We rented a small campers van, and did 10 days on the road, as shown in the Directions layer, not including the few days we spent in Reykjavik on the front and end of the trip.
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1K5W6zzTjajCxAjvD_g44H2PIDb4&usp=sharing
Some comments:
Itinerary: Personally I think you might be biting off a bit much, I would suggest trimming somewhere so that you can enjoy the days a little and not just spend your time driving. Getting inland is no joke, the roads are extremely precarious. There are even patches of the ring road and some of the main roads off of it that are close to what I would consider off-road level. I would suggest trimming the West Fjords as we did, and DEF opt for the the Snæfellsnes peninsula, you can do it like a loop.
Camping: We saw a lot of tent campers, and I for the most part did not envy them. the pro: most campgrounds have a common space thats heated with kitchens and places for you to escape the weather. The con: the weather, there were some nice tent camping days but as you go north it can get very cold and the weather was a lot less cooperative.
Roads: I would reallllly suggest that you avoid the F roads, the rental companies do not mince words with how treacherous they can be, once you see the type of vehicles they use for the inland tours you will understand. I would focus on doing as close to the full ring road or at least the primary roads, you will not be robbed of absolutely jaw dropping scenery at every turn. Once you get outside of the golden circle, you'll practically have the road to yourself for hours upon hours at a time. Also: I cant recommend getting a quality waterproof road map. https://www.amazon.com/Iceland-National-Geographic-Adventure-Map/dp/1566955343
Any other questions, I am happy to help! I sunk hours and hours into researching and planning our trip, so glad to get mileage out of it for someone else.
This is good to hear. I was going to get cheap waterproof pants to wear over jeans, but I will be hiking. Is something like the following a better option?
https://smile.amazon.com/TSLA-Rip-Stop-Windproof-Insulated-Water-Repel/dp/B07Q5VTW32/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1
I borrowed a friend's DC car inverter, which has two AC outlets and two USB ports. Worked great. Looks something like this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00EY6RJKA/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1467592138&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=car+inverter+power+outlet&dpPl=1&dpID=41l9Yi7L6kL&ref=plSrch
This is the best one I've found
Bring your own they are cheap... here are 2 of my favorites
https://www.amazon.com/Kikkerland-UL03-A-Universal-Travel-Adapter/dp/B00210MRGC
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BLTCHN2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Just make sure your electronics can handle a 220v input (most modern electronics you will see are rated for 100-220v which means you can use them anywhere as long as you have an adapter)
I'm in the US, DC area. And yeah, the Tokina is for Nikon DX lenses. It's this lens. It was a great lens for landscapes, but when I upgraded to full frame, I didn't have much use for it. It'd come with the box, lens hood, 77mm polarizer and UV filter. PM me if you're interested!
edit- there are some compatibility notes to pay attention to re:autofocus working. It depends on what model Nikon you have if the autofocus would work, or you'd have to do it manually.
Wife and i did the ring in July. This book was a life saver. Well worth the $12
https://www.amazon.com/Rick-Steves-Iceland/dp/1631218131/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=rick+steves+iceland+2019&qid=1568204811&s=gateway&sprefix=rick+Steves++i&sr=8-3
If you care more about style, as a 101 hipster I can state that I see these everywhere (I can admit to owning about 5 pairs). People either get a waterproof option or spray them with some sealant. They have worked fine for me on light hikes, but it's more about your personal expectations.
Bought this one in Reykjavik, is mostly nordic but Iceland is nordic so there is no escaping that :)
https://www.amazon.com/Sagas-Icelanders-Penguin-Classics-Deluxe/dp/0141000031
I just ordered a rain sleeve to allow me to shoot in the rain
OP/TECH USA 9001132 Rainsleeve - Original, 2-Pack (Clear) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PTFDYO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_AU4HxbK20KC3V
Unless you are doing some serious hiking on ice, these crampons are all you need.
we got this one
and this one
Lonely Planet - Iceland
This one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00485XSQ6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and a adaptor to my sigma 19mm (46mm thread)
we purchased the National Geographic Adventure Travel Map from Amazon
It is nice that its a heavy duty, water resistant map. It seems to be pretty accurate and robust. Main only complaint is that it splits the island in half... one half per side. There is a few inches overlap on each side, but it was somewhat annoying to not see the whole map at once during the travel planning phase.
*Edit - Sorry, I just read your post again and realized I missed something key. I don't know how accurate it is for going far off of the Ring Road.
Sure, this is the one we used:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EY6RJKA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
If you get license plate DYB15 that was ours!
Since I read all the horror stories about broken equipment and getting charged for preexisting dents and scratches I also made a list of all the things to check out once we picked the van up: all supplies were provided, heater worked, extras like GPS and Wifi were included, video/photo all existing scratches, etc. The guy who checked us in was very thorough and showed us how to work everything. They were great overall and I never felt like they were scamming us for extra charges.
Just don't get stuck in a deep gravel parking lot like we did and pay $350 for a tow truck! That was embarrassing. We called the rental company and they sent someone out to help within an hour. Other than that we had no problems with the van. Would definitely rent from campervaniceland again.