#gear

#gear

One of the most important foundations of backcountry travel is having the right gear. Heading out unprepared is not an option. Essential equipment includes an avalanche beacon, shovel, probe, and basic repair tools. Gear failures happen more often than people expect. I've personally had days where something broke deep in the backcountry, and I had to improvise to make it back down safely.

We know that the right pair of shoes is quite literally the foundation of your gamewhich is why we wrote a whole guide on the best pickleball shoes. Asics topped our list as our overall favorite, because its midsole's technology improves support while reducing excessive twisting, the wrap-up outsole uses wider gauge to create smoother and more balanced movements. Next up is the paddle. We like this one in particular because it achieves the balance between power and precision.