I am goint to be studying in Chengdu for a year. Will travel to Beijing in Aug. Shanghai in Jan. And Xian also in fall. As well as live year round in Chengdu. Trips to Guilin, Tibeatean Plateau, and Yunnnan Province also. I plan on packing for all conditions but at same time I want to pack a variety because of my extended stay but not more than I have too. I am tall, broad frame with largeshoe size.