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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.
- Binoculars
For wildlife, birds and views. A compact pair fits in any daypack.
- 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.
- Clothes in neutral colours
Beige, khaki or olive clothes attract fewer insects and disturb animals less on safari.
- 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.
- Dust cover for the camera
A cover protects your camera from dust and sand.
- Field guide or identification app
Helps you identify birds, whales or other animals on the spot. Download apps and offline data before you go.
- 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.
- Hydration pack
A backpack with water bladder lets you drink without stopping.
- 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.
- Knee-pads
Knee-pads (and sometimes elbow-pads) are popular in some applications for the protection of joints during crawls or hits. Wikipedia]
- Lens Cleaner
Cloth and fluid for clean lenses on binoculars and scope.
- Lightweight Scarf
A light scarf protects against sun, dust and sand and covers your shoulders when needed.
- Long Johns
A warm base layer under ski or hiking trousers.
- Long, loose trousers
Long, loose trousers protect your legs from chafing on the camel.
- Malaria prophylaxis
Ask a doctor in good time whether you need malaria tablets for your destination.
- Riding boots
Boots with a small heel so your foot cannot slip through the stirrup.
- Riding gloves
Gloves protect your hands from the reins.
- Riding helmet
A riding helmet protects your head in falls. Stables often lend them.
- Riding trousers
Riding trousers without inner seams prevent chafing in the saddle.
- Skate guards
Protect the blades when you walk off the ice.
- Ski Gloves
Waterproof, warm gloves for skiing. Take a spare pair if they get wet.