What to Bring When Going into the Backcountry: Essential Gear

🎒Carry all essential gear in a lightweight backpack, including fuel, tools, and emergency supplies.

🔍Use navigation equipment like Trail Tech Voyager Pro for easy tracking of your location and creating custom routes.

🧤Pack multiple pairs of gloves for varying weather conditions, and keep hand warmers for extreme cold.

🔋Bring backup batteries and charging cables for your phone and other electronic devices.

🏂Secure extra fuel and tools with snowboard bindings and straps for easy accessibility and safety.

What should I include in my emergency kit?

—Your emergency kit should include items like a first aid kit, emergency food, duct tape, and signaling devices.

Why is navigation equipment important?

—Navigation equipment like GPS devices and compasses are essential in the backcountry to help you find your way and avoid getting lost.

How many pairs of gloves should I bring?

—It's recommended to bring at least three pairs of gloves, including lightweight, medium, and heavyweight options to suit different weather conditions.

Do I need backup batteries for my phone?

—Yes, backup batteries are important in case your phone runs out of battery power, especially in emergency situations where communication is crucial.

What tools should I have for repairs?

—Some essential tools for repairs include an adjustable wrench, pliers, sockets, zip ties, and a saw, among others.

00:00Introduction to the importance of carrying the right gear in the backcountry.

02:10Overview of the equipment carried on a snowbike, including fuel, tools, and emergency supplies.

06:39Detailed explanation of the contents of a toolkit, including sockets, wrenches, and other necessary tools.

07:26Explanation of the purpose and use of a Moscow Moto tunnel bag for storing gear securely.

08:43Demonstration of the snowboard binding modification for securing extra fuel and tools.

09:55Overview of the Trail Tech Voyager Pro navigation system and its importance in the backcountry.

10:58Discussion of the importance of carrying multiple pairs of gloves for different weather conditions.

11:57Explanation of the use of backup batteries and charging cables for electronic devices.