<p>S1, will be a soph next year, pretty much went with his 5yr old computer, shorts/t’s/flipflops, running clothes, and hiking equipment. We/he bought other stuff as needed. </p>
<p>A Goodwill store is only about a mile away–between that and ebay he got outfitted for the cooler weather. He built his own longboard with parts from the web and acquired a bike/skateboard helmet after arrival.</p>
<p>Traveling light is always good, especially if your son is flying in (depending upon what part of CA you are from).</p>
<p>OH and definitely second the Mudd parents’ group at Yahoo. You can ask just about anything and receive a good answer.</p>