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- Avalanche probe
After the transceiver search, the probe pinpoints a buried person. Everyone carries their own in their backpack.
- Avalanche shovel
A sturdy metal shovel is what gets a buried person out quickly. It goes in your backpack with the transceiver and probe.
- Avalanche transceiver
Everyone in the group wears one, switched to send, under the jacket. Check the batteries and do a group check before every tour; practise the search.
- Base Layer Shirts
Quick-drying shirts that wick sweat away and keep you warm when you stop.
- Bike
Your own bike, if you do not rent one. Book bike transport on trains or planes in advance.
- Bobbers
Floats show you when a fish bites.
- Climbing skins
Skins stick to the base and stop you sliding back on the ascent. They must be cut to your skis; keep the glue clean and dry.
- Cool box
Keeps drinks and food cool at the beach or campsite.
- Cross-country skis, poles and boots
Classic and skating need different skis, boots and pole lengths. Most cross-country centres rent complete sets.
- Cycling gloves
Padded gloves ease the pressure on your hands on long rides and protect them in a fall. Full fingers are better on mountain bike trails.
- Drinking Bottles
Refillable bottles for water on the go. Bring enough for everyone on longer tours.
- Fish Finder
A sonar device that shows fish and the bottom structure.
- Fish stringer
A line to keep caught fish alive in the water.
- Fishing License
A valid fishing licence for your destination. Fishing without one can lead to high fines.
- Fishing Pole
Your rod, or a travel rod that splits into several parts.
- Folding chairs
Light folding chairs for the beach, campsite or riverside.
- Gaiters
Gaiters keep snow out of your boots and your trousers dry. They help on wet or muddy paths too.
- Helmet
A bike helmet protects your head. In some countries it is compulsory.
- Hooks
Hooks in several sizes for different fish.
- Hydration pack
A backpack with water bladder lets you drink without stopping.
- Ice packs
Freeze them the night before to keep your cool box cold for longer.
- Ice skates
Your own skates, freshly sharpened. Rental skates rarely fit as well.
- Insect Protection
Spray or lotion against mosquitoes and ticks for days outdoors; treated clothing helps on long tours.
- Jigs
Weighted lures for fishing near the bottom.
- Knee-pads
Knee-pads (and sometimes elbow-pads) are popular in some applications for the protection of joints during crawls or hits. Wikipedia]
- Knife
A sharp, sturdy knife for fishing or hunting. Carry it according to local laws.
- Live Bait
Worms or maggots, best bought fresh at a tackle shop near the water.
- Long Johns
A warm base layer under ski or hiking trousers.
- Lures
Artificial lures for predatory fish.
- Map of water
A map of the water with depths and fishing spots.