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Backcountry gear advice

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ISellMeth
Posts: 1440 - Karma: 673
Looking to get into back country and I have no idea where to start when it comes to packs,probes,shovels,and a beacon. For a pack I'd prefer a avalung just to be safe, but everything else just need some guidance when it comes to things like brands and their quality . Thanks a lot guys.
Nov 8 2013 5:28PM
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.MASSHOLE.
Posts: 7495 - Karma: 11,554
depending where you are, Avy Level 1 is probably a must. With that comes a beacon (tracker 2s seem to be a go to), and then probe size depends on snow depth in your area. After that, its just user discretion. BCA, BD, Voile, all have great gear.
Nov 8 2013 6:38PM
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japanada
Posts: 13785 - Karma: 1,956
You can usually get a beacon, shovel and probe pack through BCA or orthovox for 225-300 bones. Check your local shop if its any good otherwise ebay has great deals on the packages.
Nov 8 2013 8:30PM
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paalrune
Posts: 17 - Karma: 26
I would ask here:

https://www.newschoolers.com/ns/forums/readthread/thread_id/718600/
Nov 9 2013 5:03AM
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