Safety Equipment

Expert’s Picks: Safety Equipment

Bicycle Safety Equipment

Bicycling is a deceptively dangerous sport. Although bicycles are generally considered safe vehicles, cyclists are fully exposed to road hazards, other vehicles and high-speed impacts during crashes. To stay safe on your bike, always use these pieces of safety equipment. read more
Safety Equipment for Sailing

Sailing can be an exhilarating way to explore the water, both on lakes and in the ocean. To do it safely, you need to have certain equipment with you at all times. Depending on the climate, it can also help to have certain clothing to help increase the chances of survival in the event of an accident. read more
Safety Equipment for Swimming

Swimming is fun and great exercise, but it can be dangerous if proper precautions are not taken. According to the Center for Disease Control, there is an average of 10 unintentional drownings every day in the United States. Many of these could have been prevented if the necessary swimming safety equipment was used or in place. read more
Safety Equipment for Climbing

Athletes participating in the sport of climbing accept that the sport has inherent risks, including but not limited to death. Correctly using proper safety equipment helps manage these risks, making what seems like a risky activity relatively safe. Almost all of the safety equipment in climbing is used to help prevent injury in the event of a fall. read more
About Avalanche Safety Equipment

Climbers and skiers traveling in avalanche terrain carry specialized rescue equipment that helps locate avalanche victims quickly. Each member of the party takes along three necessary items: a beacon, a probe and a shovel. Newer safety devices, like the Avalung and avalanche airbags, supplement the primary equipment. read more

Related Safety Equipment Articles & Videos

Mountain Biking Safety Gear

Mountain biking is a thrilling sport enjoyed by thousands of people worldwide every year. As with any other sport, there is equipment specifically designed to help keep participants safe. Perhaps even more important, mountain biking is… read more
Whitewater Rafting Basics

Whitewater rafting has become increasingly accessible to people who aren't necessarily daredevil adventurers. Manufacturers are making rafts of all sizes and sending people out on their way. If you are keen to learn how to whitewater r… read more
Mountain Bike Safety Gear

Helmets are the most traditional mountain bike safety gear and also the most important. Putting on a helmet is the first step of mountain biking. For cross-country riding, a helmet is really the only piece of safety equipment necessar… read more
What Are the Hoodoos in Banff National Park?

Banff, located in Alberta, Canada, is a land that attracts many for its scenery. A lot of people are familiar with the Canadian Rockies that surround Banff, but there are additional surprising formations, such as the Hoodoos. read more
Kite Surfing Tutorial

Kite surfing is an extreme sport that became popular in the United States in the late 1990s. The equipment consists of a small board similar to a wakeboard and a large kite. Surfers learn elaborate maneuvers and tricks that take them u… read more
How to Make a Snowboarding Rail

Rail riding when snowboarding, just like any other trick, is all about practice. If you don't live next door to a ski resort, or don't have the money for a season pass, then building your own rail is a great way to get in plenty of pra… read more
What Are the Requirements for SCUBA Diving Certification?

Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus (SCUBA) is an acronym for an activity that allows people to explore underwater ocean or fresh water environments. SCUBA requires certification before renting gear for use underwater. Severa… read more
Skateboarding Safety Rules

Skateboarding is a thrilling sport and a great way to stay active, but the thrill comes with danger. Skateboard tricks can involve high jumps and complicated acrobatics that can seriously injure a rider. By following proper safety rule… read more
Bicycle Equipment Safety

With the increasing cost of gas and the need to economize, more people are riding bicycles to work, to the grocery store and for other errands. Bicycles are fun, efficient and cheaper to use than a car, but like cars, bicycles have the… read more
Regulations for Sailboat Safety Equipment

As the captain of your vessel, you should know the legal requirements of your state. Although individual states regulate the boating laws, the U.S. Coast Guard issues them making them uniform across the country. read more
Kayak & Canoe Fishing

For a quiet and relaxed fishing experience, grab a kayak or canoe and head to those marshy, lowland areas where motorboats can't get to but fish love. read more
Coast Guard Requirements for Personal Boats and Paddles

The U.S. Coast Guard is charged with setting rules and policing the waters in and around the US mainland. Rules have been established which outline basic equipment and minimum standards that all boats must meet. Equipment is manufactur… read more
Equipment List for Whitewater Kayaking

Whitewater kayaking is an exhilarating and fast-paced sport that requires specialized gear, safety equipment and clothing to keep you comfortable and safe on the river. When planning any whitewater kayak trip, make a checklist of all t… read more
Personal Safety Equipment for Canoeing

Whether paddling rapids or on a slow-moving lake, every canoe should be equipped with safety gear in the event of an emergency. Treat any outing on the water with caution because of the inherent dangers associated with water. Prepare a… read more
Lake Winnie Fishing Resorts in Minnesota

Lake Winnibigoshish, or Lake Winnie as the locals call it is, located in north central Minnesota in the Chippewa National Forest. The lake is Minnesota's fifth largest lake at 67,000 acres and has quality fishing for walleye, northern… read more

Safety Equipment Photos

Editor's Pick

Backcountry Camping Tips

You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
More Backcountry Camping...
Popular Article

Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
More Beach Camping...
Featured Video

Common Sense Hiking Tips

The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
More Camping Basics...