Gear

Compiling river gear is a lifelong pursuit: Every year, more innovations in boats, safety gear, and camping gear emerge. And then are some pieces of classic river gear that have never been dethroned.

In this section, we talk about river gear we’ve used and share tips on how to use it, how to pack it, and other pointers that cut down on the time you spend fussing with gear and more time enjoying the river.

Stand-up paddleboard gear
Stand-up paddleboard gear

As we share here, sometimes the latest, greatest stuff is a game changer. Sometimes it’s not. Some of our picks are controversial, even among our own crew (the collapsible bucket vs. chicky pail debate rages on).

Got recommendations for gear you love? Drop us a comment. We still don’t have all the gear we need, so we’re open to suggestions.

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