Snowboard Gear
Let’s face it; there is a nearly inexhaustible array of snowboard gear out there. This section will focus on just three of the most important pieces of gear which include an avalanche beacon, helmet, and back protector. The avalanche beacon is a must have item for anyone who rides in the backcountry. Although they cost a few hundred dollars, they are worth there weight in gold should you be taken in an avalanche. You may only have minutes to breathe before suffocation takes hold. Having a beacon can literally multiply your odds of survival many-fold. Even if you ski on designated trails avalanches can still happen and you’ll be happy you purchased one if one should strike.
The second piece of essential snowboard gear is the helmet. Yes, it seems that inescapable helmet follows us into any sport. Sure, they can be clunky and uncomfortable but if you take the time to select the right helmet these problems can be completely resolved. Nowadays you can even buy helmets with built in speakers so that you can listen to your music with even greater comfort. There are so many hazards out on the slope that a helmet really is a must have piece of equipment.
A back protector is a crucial piece of necessary snowboard gear. This device almost resembles a crested lizard’s back in that it covers the spine and surrounding area with a series of protective plates. In the backcountry, these are must have items for skiers and snowboarders alike. But snowboarders particularly benefit from their use as many snowboard crashes end with the boarder on their back sliding down the mountain. Pick up one of these neat devices to protect one of your bodies most important bone structures.