Probes and Shovels
Along with your beacon it is important to carry both a shovel and probe. With each dollar you spend on these items you get lighter and lighter tools, which could mean the difference in having the energy for one more run. While there are a ton of options for both shovel and probes, here are some notables to check out. Also be sure to check out the best of the beacon world in our Gear Guide Guru Beacon Review.

PROBES

Pieps iPROBE- 290g- $189 www.pieps.com
This takes the typical probe to the next level. The iPROBE allows the user to temporarly disarm compatible Pieps beacons once they have been found so that you can move onto the next burial.

Ortovox 240 Lite pfa Probe- 270g- $54, www.ortovox.com
Simple, light and affordable in price. Everything you need and nothing you don't. Ortovox's pfa tensioning system makes putting this probe together quick and painless.

Black Diamond Quick Draw Guide Probe 300- $59, www.blackdiamondequipment.com/
At 300cm the Quick Draw is plenty long for when the snow pack gets deep. Freeskier has the Black Diamond as their top pick for it durability and ease of use.

SHOVELS

Life-Link 3DX Shovel- $39, www.garmontusa.com
Polycarbonate plastic makes these shovels super light. Not to mention awesome colors. But don't let the plastic scare you, these are so strong if you ever brake the blade Life-Link will send you a new one.

G3 aviTECH Shovel- $75, www.genuineguidegear.com
The all aluminum G3 shovel is super light and strong. The handle is longer than most avy shovels while still keeping the weight down. Also the D-shaped handle gives you a nice grip even with mittens.

Voile Telepro Shovel- $40, www.voile-usa.com
The Voile Telepro is seriously beefy and surprisingly light. A popular choice for ski patrol because it will take the hits day after day. And at $40 those hits wont be on your budget.