Mountain must haves?

Slamnek · 11-07-2008, 04:40 PM

I need nothing, I ride a DOO so i always know that i'm gettin home safe and sound

but really, extra socks and gloves and smokes for my buddy that conveniently leaves his in the truck (Powderchowder)

cat girl · 11-07-2008, 05:15 PM

OK this will seem odd but DUCT tape, seriously!! It is amazing what it will fix/hold ect in a pinch. I always have a roll of electrician tape to. Agree with the avy pack and all that but also DUCT tape LOL All those ski doos out there will thank you

HEHEHE

Shibby! · 11-07-2008, 05:45 PM

Good points. A lot of that stuff I carry and forgot to post..

HOWEVER, one major item EVERYBODY is forgetting, is TP. Everybody needs TP. Some people are unlucky and need it out on the hill....

koby · 11-07-2008, 06:13 PM

There was a real good thread last fall, I think it was called "What do you carry in your pack?". All the things evrybody mentioned were there. Focus on light weight, good quality gear. If it is heavy it will probably not last long. Duct tape wound onto the shovel handle saves space. Couple emergency blankets taped togeather make a shelter. Energy bars.
Most important is take some common sense.

/

Shibby! · 11-07-2008, 06:19 PM

Originally Posted by koby

There was a real good thread last fall, I think it was called "What do you carry in your pack?". All the things evrybody mentioned were there. Focus on light weight, good quality gear. If it is heavy it will probably not last long. Duct tape wound onto the shovel handle saves space. Couple emergency blankets taped togeather make a shelter. Energy bars.
Most important is take some common sense.

/

Back from when we started motorcycle trips and other odd things I do where space (and weight) are critical, we (and I still do) wrap tape around a bolt. The bolt serves a purpose on it's own, but wrapping it around saves a lot of space, and you only need to bring enough. If everybody does the same thing you end up with a lot of tape, and not a lot of space/weight.

I'm compiling a list for this years sledding so I'll dig up that post you were talking about because I'd like to know more about first aid things to bring and so our group has a complete riding package.

bigdog67 · 11-07-2008, 06:23 PM

Along with all the other suggestions,I also carry launchable flares.

koby · 11-07-2008, 06:26 PM

I'll dig out my backpack inventory list and post

Scotty · 11-07-2008, 06:28 PM

Originally Posted by Slamnek

I need nothing, I ride a DOO so i always know that i'm gettin home safe and sound

but really, extra socks and gloves and smokes for my buddy that conveniently leaves his in the truck (Powderchowder)

You got to be kidding... "getting home safe and sound" maybe, but on the end of a rope

dooski · 11-07-2008, 06:37 PM

Speaking of Firstaid, I think everyone should have their firstaid and/or cpr also . It would be nice to know that your buddies know what to do if you're hurt in case you can't help yourself.

Slamnek · 11-07-2008, 07:22 PM

I also carry a GPS with the cabin marked on it as well as those LED flash lights that don't take batteries. you shake them. Not the greatest light but you don't have to worry about batteries.

Grubby · 11-07-2008, 11:49 PM

definitly dynamite!

jeepchic · 11-08-2008, 12:26 AM

WOW....To a new rider all the stuff these guys are talking about sounds like a massive amount to pack. Dont be alarmed though...go to a buddies place and look first. With a back pack and sled bag it does actually all fit and you dont need a trailer!!LOL Good Luck!

senorjeem · 11-08-2008, 10:54 AM

Take some Bum Buffer....or else you'll be wipin yur butt with a cotton poly blend. Helps for fires as well. On a more serious note, if you are new to this, don't underestimate the need for quality gear. A great number of us are wearing Klim gear for a reason. If you get all sweated up wearing lesser quality gear, and then do have to spend the night, you will be battleing hypothermia, as soon as you stop moving. Can't stress the need for gear that breaths, and is tough. Klim seems to have this sewn up. If you can't, or won't pay for that kind of gear, do yourself a favor, and pack a small drybag with a small amount of dry undergarments. Oh, and HAVE FUN!!

senorjeem · 11-08-2008, 11:14 AM

Seen it mentioned in here a couple of times in a joking kind of way, but a 10 or 12 foot long 1" wide towrope will not only pull out a (insert whichever brand you like to slag) but will help in making a shelter.

sirzones · 11-08-2008, 11:32 AM

spare belt is a must or even two

11-08-2008, 12:04 PM

raid the wifes tampon supply!DIP in gas tank, great fire starters.also nose bleeds hehe!just hide from your buddies lol

11-07-2008, 04:40 PM	#17 (permalink)
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cat girl Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Red Deer Area Posts: 398 Casino Cash: $405572 Thanks: 106 Thanked 192 Times in 121 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? OK this will seem odd but DUCT tape, seriously!! It is amazing what it will fix/hold ect in a pinch. I always have a roll of electrician tape to. Agree with the avy pack and all that but also DUCT tape LOL All those ski doos out there will thank you HEHEHE

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Shibby! Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Calgary Posts: 555 Casino Cash: $444925 Thanks: 96 Thanked 187 Times in 124 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? Good points. A lot of that stuff I carry and forgot to post.. HOWEVER, one major item EVERYBODY is forgetting, is TP. Everybody needs TP. Some people are unlucky and need it out on the hill....

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koby Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Saddle Hills, AB Posts: 691 Casino Cash: $790845 Thanks: 546 Thanked 561 Times in 294 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? There was a real good thread last fall, I think it was called "What do you carry in your pack?". All the things evrybody mentioned were there. Focus on light weight, good quality gear. If it is heavy it will probably not last long. Duct tape wound onto the shovel handle saves space. Couple emergency blankets taped togeather make a shelter. Energy bars. Most important is take some common sense. /

11-07-2008, 06:19 PM	#21 (permalink)
Shibby! Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Calgary Posts: 555 Casino Cash: $444925 Thanks: 96 Thanked 187 Times in 124 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? Originally Posted by koby There was a real good thread last fall, I think it was called "What do you carry in your pack?". All the things evrybody mentioned were there. Focus on light weight, good quality gear. If it is heavy it will probably not last long. Duct tape wound onto the shovel handle saves space. Couple emergency blankets taped togeather make a shelter. Energy bars. Most important is take some common sense. / Back from when we started motorcycle trips and other odd things I do where space (and weight) are critical, we (and I still do) wrap tape around a bolt. The bolt serves a purpose on it's own, but wrapping it around saves a lot of space, and you only need to bring enough. If everybody does the same thing you end up with a lot of tape, and not a lot of space/weight. I'm compiling a list for this years sledding so I'll dig up that post you were talking about because I'd like to know more about first aid things to bring and so our group has a complete riding package.

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Scotty Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sherwood Park / Ardossan, Alberta Posts: 1,170 Casino Cash: $588040 Thanks: 561 Thanked 444 Times in 285 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? Originally Posted by Slamnek I need nothing, I ride a DOO so i always know that i'm gettin home safe and sound but really, extra socks and gloves and smokes for my buddy that conveniently leaves his in the truck (Powderchowder) You got to be kidding... "getting home safe and sound" maybe, but on the end of a rope __________________ Scotty. "The Litter" '04 AC F6 efi 144" '01 AC M Cat 600 efi '02 AC 500i '01 AC Z120 '01 AC Z120 snopro '04 AC Z120

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dooski Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: alberta Posts: 96 Casino Cash: $129186 Thanks: 123 Thanked 24 Times in 18 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? Speaking of Firstaid, I think everyone should have their firstaid and/or cpr also . It would be nice to know that your buddies know what to do if you're hurt in case you can't help yourself.

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Slamnek Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Kitscoty AB Posts: 1,189 Casino Cash: $586456 Thanks: 384 Thanked 414 Times in 253 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? I also carry a GPS with the cabin marked on it as well as those LED flash lights that don't take batteries. you shake them. Not the greatest light but you don't have to worry about batteries. __________________ 05 Summit 800 Crankshop pipe Team secondary V-Force 3's Simmons ski's 00 CR250 FMF shorty 06 KVF 700 Moose performance chip 26" Mudlites Traxxis Nitro Rustler 2.5 Piped and paddled up

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jeepchic Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In Alberta! Posts: 4,430 Casino Cash: $2663840 Thanks: 8,013 Thanked 3,022 Times in 2,044 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? WOW....To a new rider all the stuff these guys are talking about sounds like a massive amount to pack. Dont be alarmed though...go to a buddies place and look first. With a back pack and sled bag it does actually all fit and you dont need a trailer!!LOL Good Luck! __________________ Ride Smart and Ride Safe...

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senorjeem Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calgary area Posts: 108 Casino Cash: $165421 Thanks: 11 Thanked 93 Times in 31 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? Take some Bum Buffer....or else you'll be wipin yur butt with a cotton poly blend. Helps for fires as well. On a more serious note, if you are new to this, don't underestimate the need for quality gear. A great number of us are wearing Klim gear for a reason. If you get all sweated up wearing lesser quality gear, and then do have to spend the night, you will be battleing hypothermia, as soon as you stop moving. Can't stress the need for gear that breaths, and is tough. Klim seems to have this sewn up. If you can't, or won't pay for that kind of gear, do yourself a favor, and pack a small drybag with a small amount of dry undergarments. Oh, and HAVE FUN!! __________________ Higher...Steeper...Deeper...OOOPSY!! "You're Gonna Love My Nutz"

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senorjeem Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Calgary area Posts: 108 Casino Cash: $165421 Thanks: 11 Thanked 93 Times in 31 Posts	Re: Mountain must haves? Seen it mentioned in here a couple of times in a joking kind of way, but a 10 or 12 foot long 1" wide towrope will not only pull out a (insert whichever brand you like to slag) but will help in making a shelter. __________________ Higher...Steeper...Deeper...OOOPSY!! "You're Gonna Love My Nutz"

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