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Surf helmets get a hard rap (pun intended), but no doubt many surf injuries would be mitigated if they were more prevalent in lineups around the world.

These are the avalanche beacons we use and stake our lives on, so you can enjoy the backcountry with equipment you can trust.

We got our hands on a ton of different sunglasses specifically designed for skiing and snowboarding and gave them a test run. Here are our favorites.

Earplugs are more effective and affordable than you might think. Prevent surfer’s ear, hear others in the lineup, and don’t worry about the wind.