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 A GearLocking CarabinerNiceTo back up your chicken loop & stick. Snowkiting is gusty, you don't want to become accidently unhooked
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A Kite GearBig BarMust55cm long
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A Kite GearBig KiteMust13 Edge or 15 Zephyr or 13 Blizzard from Ozone Kiteshttp://ozonekites.com/products/water-kites/edge-v8/
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A Kite GearHarnessMustSeat is better than waist, padded climbing harnesses are good, my fav is the Ozone snowkite harness
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A Kite GearKite leashMustShort leash is better unless you're unhooking for freestyle tricks like raley/handlepass
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A Kite GearMedium BarNice50 cm long
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A Kite GearMedium BarNice
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A Kite GearMedium KiteMust12 Enduro or 12 Hyperlink from Ozone Kiteshttp://ozonekites.com/products/water-kites/enduro-v1/
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A Kite GearPumpMust
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A Kite GearSmall KiteNice10 m Alpha or 9 Enduro from Ozone Kiteshttp://ozonekites.com/products/water-kites/enduro-v1/
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A Kite GearSpare BarNice
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A Kite GearSpare Line SetNiceSki or snowboard edges and kite lines are a potentially dangerous combo. I learned this the hard way in Alaska
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b Ski GearBackcountry PolesNiceIf you have collapsable backcountry poles it will help you get home if the wind dieshttp://www.voile.com/voile-backcountry-poles.html
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b Ski GearBackcountry SkinsNiceWith snowkiting you can go really far, really fast.
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b Ski GearSki BackpackNiceIt allows me to explore deeper into the wilderness knowing I have my skins, avalanche gear (if required), first aid/repair kits, extra layers, food and water with me. Pete's pack is slightly bigger.http://www.deuter.com/DE/en/winter/freerider-pro-28-sl-3303317.html
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b Ski GearCramponsOptionalFor backcountry skiing radical slopes, not really needed for snowkiting
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b Ski GearHandwarmersNice
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b Ski GearSki or Snowboard BootsMustSalomon
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b Ski GearSki Waxing KitOptional
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b Ski GearSkis or SnowboardMustEither will work. Skis are MUCH easier. If you only snowboard that's ok too, if you do/have both choose skis. Backcountry skis or a splitboard with skins are best if you have them
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BootsShoes - waterproof hiking trail runnersMustThese are what I wear all year.
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BootsSnowboots (Sorels)Nice
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c Ski ClothesBase layer light pantsNiceIf it's not too cold this is more comfy because you'll get pretty hot snowkiting
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c Ski ClothesBase layer light shirtNiceIf it's not too cold this is more comfy because you'll get pretty hot snowkiting
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c Ski ClothesBase layer medium pantsMustPatagonia mid-weight
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c Ski ClothesBase layer medium shirtMustPatagonia R1 Hoody is the besthttp://www.patagonia.com/product/womens-r1-regulator-fleece-hoody/40076.html
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c Ski ClothesBig PuffyNiceOn top of the shell, it's AMAZING
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c Ski ClothesBuffNice
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c Ski ClothesGloves heavy (mitts)Nice
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c Ski ClothesGloves mid weight (spring)Must
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c Ski ClothesGogglesMustI use Ocean Goggles, I have two pairs for bright and low lighthttp://oceanglasses.com/watersports-sunglasses/ski-snow-goggles.html
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c Ski ClothesHelmetMust
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c Ski ClothesLittle PuffyNiceUse this as a possible insulation layer, I only use mine if its below zero, otherwise I get too hot when snowkiting
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c Ski ClothesNeckwarmer FleeceMustAgain, only if it's below freezing, otherwise just the buff is better
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c Ski ClothesShell JacketMustThe lighter weight and more fancy the better, but you can use whatever. Make sure it's not insulated, you'll get too hot
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c Ski ClothesShell Pants (or Bibs)MustBibs are great if you're a snowboarder, you spend more time in the snow and the overall bibs keep the snow from getting down your back/bum
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c Ski ClothesSki Socks x 7MustSmartWool are my favorite so far
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ClothesBaseball HatMust
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ClothesBeanies - one warm and one lightweightMust
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ClothesFleece Top + BottomNiceFor cold cold nights and mornings, don't wear them snowkiting you'll be way too hot
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ClothesGloves running/iPhone friendlyOptionalGood for around town
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MedicineFoam RollerNiceMust for me
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MedicineIbprofin or NaproxinNice
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MedicineSunglasses/CaseMust
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MedicineSunscreenMust
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MedicineTheracaneNiceFor trigger point release therapy in the eveningshttps://www.amazon.com/Thera-Cane-JMAS5000-Massager/dp/B000PRMCJU
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NourishmentPlastic Nalgene Water bottleMustI normally don't drink out of plastic but in the backcountry to save on weight and for ease of use
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NourishmentFood in the backpackMustEven as a pretty well keto adapted fat burning athlete in the snow and at high elevation this is a wise idea
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Safety Gear2 way radios + Chargers & BatteriesNicehttps://www.amazon.com/Midland-LXT118-22-Channel-18-Mile-Channel/dp/B007B5ZNV8/ref=sr_1_14?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1490286363&sr=1-14&keywords=2+way+radios
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Safety GearCaribiners/RopesOptional
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Safety GearExtra layers and glovesNiceIf I'm going far I like to have my heavy winter mittens and I always have at least one puffy coat (if not two)
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Safety GearFirst Aid KitMustlip balm, wound care supplies, strong pain killers
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Safety GearHandheld GPS + BatteriesOptional
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Safety GearHeadlamp & BatteriesNiceI just have it in my pack, good for basic wilderness travel safety
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Safety GearRepair kitNice
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Safety GearSurvival KitNiceEmergency
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Safety GearWatchNiceI keep mine in my first aid kit, only use it in case of emergency for planning and taking vital signs.
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Safety GearEmergency food (bar)MustIn my pack for the whole season - in the first aid kit
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TechCell PhonesMustEven if you don't have cell service
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TechDroneOptionalDJI Mavic Pro :)
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TechGoProOptionalYou're a superstar and I want to see it!
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TechiPod ShuffleOptionalMusic for getting pumped up
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z Avy GearAvalanche BeaconOptionalRequired if you're going to be near avalanche terrain
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z Avy GearAvalanche Training Course Level 1OptionalRequired if you're going to be near avalanche terrain
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z Avy GearBatteries for Avalanche BeaconsOptionalRequired if you're going to be near avalanche terrain
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z Avy GearProbe and ShovelOptionalRequired if you're going to be near avalanche terrain
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z Avy GearSnowsawOptionalMore for if you're combining backcountry skiing with snowkiting. A great combo BTW
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