5 Things You Should Never Forget to Pack for Summer Backpacking
These must-haves for hiking and backpacking season can make or break your trip.
essentials
Gear Aid Seam Grip WP
Editors' choice for the backcountry cure-all from the 2018 Fall/Winter Gear Guide.
Weston Japow Split
The best splitboard for powder from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Smith I/O Mag
Best lens system for goggles from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Spy Ace EC
The most versatile goggle from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Giro Article / Lusi
The best value goggle from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
G3 Cabrio 30 AR
The best-carrying avy pack from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Thule Upslope R.A.S. 35L
Best avy pack for overnights from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Ortovox Pro Light
Best shovel from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Backcountry Access BC Link 2.0
Best radio from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
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