Dialing in what to carry with you when attending a competition takes quite a lot of trial and error. Reader, I’ve made quite a lot of errors, from improper footwear to feeling dehydrated. After years of attending varied live shows, raves, and reveals, I’ve managed to fine-tune the perfect competition equipment for any state of affairs. Whether you are tenting, glamping, or crashing at a lodge, whether or not you are a bass-head or a mosh pit fanatic, this gear will make it easier to keep away from the errors I’ve made. Go forth and competition! (If you see me on the market, let’s commerce kandi.)

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