Avalanche Beacons & Gear
BCA TS Avalanche Transceiver
$269.95 $219.95Scott Patrol Alpride E1 40L Avalanche Kit Backpack
$1,009.95 $819.95Pieps Pro BT Avalanche Rescue Set
$549.95 $449.95Black Diamond Jetforce Pro Pack 35L Avalanche Backpack
$1,509.95 $1,189.95
BCA Slope Meter
$24.95
Black Diamond Transfer Shovel
$63.95
Scott Patrol Alpride E1 22L Avalanche Kit Backpack
$959.95 $759.95
Pieps Fastest Rescue System Avalanche Rescue Set
$499.95 $379.95
Scott Patrol Alpride E1 30L Avalanche Kit Backpack
$969.95 $799.95
Pieps Powder Sport Avalanche Rescue Set
$429.95 $369.95
BCA T3 Avalanche Transceiver
$329.95 $259.95
Dakine RAS Removable Airbag
$659.95 $439.95
Pieps Alu 260 Sport Probe
$70.95
Burton ak Dispatcher 25L Backpack
$165.95 $155.95
Pieps T Shovel 825 Pro+
$95.95 $68.95
BCA Dozer 2H Hoe Shovel
$80.95 $65.95
Pieps T640 Telescopic Shovel
$69.95
Burton ak Surgence Tour Backpack
$189.95
Pieps Powder BT Avalanche Transceiver
$339.95 $289.95
BCA Stealth 330 Probe
$89.95
ABS A.Light Base Unit
$659.95 $549.95
BCA Thermometer
$34.95
Pieps BT 300 Iprobe
$249.95
Black Diamond Quickdraw Carbon Probe 240
$105.95 $98.95
BCA Stealth 240 Avalanche Probe
$54.95 $49.95
BCA Magnifying Loupe
$39.95 $33.95
Pieps Alu Probe 300
$80.95 $77.95
BCA Dozer 1 T-Handle Shovel
$59.95 $51.95
BCA PC Crystal Card
$14.95 $11.95
Pieps Carbon Pro Probe 300
$109.95 $93.95
BCA Dozer 1 T-Handle Ultra Light Shovel
$80.95Avalanche Backcountry Gear Essentials
Skiers and snowboarders that ski off-piste and in the backcountry are always advised to carry avalanche gear with them. The three most important pieces of equipment are an avalanche beacon, avalanche probe and avalanche shovel. What is equally important, is that the user has been trained to use the equipment in case of an avalanche. All of this equipment can be stored in a ski backpack that can be securely strapped to your body.
How To Use Avalanche Gear
The way to learn how to use avalanche gear is to take a course that is led by a professional. This section provides a simple breakdown of what each piece of equipment is used for.
Avalanche Beacon
Avalanche beacons are worn close to the body and give out continuous radio signals that can be detected by other beacons. When searching for a body under snow, beacons can be switched to “search mode” to help locate a body by receiving the desired radio signal.
Avalanche Probe
The probe is used to find the exact location and depth of the body under the snow. It is similar to a foldable tent-pole that you can poke into the snow to feel where the skier is.
Avalanche Shovel
Digging out a skier is what the shovel is used for. They are generally designed with an attachable shovel handle, so they can easily fit in a backpack.
Airbag Packs
Another piece of safety gear equipment that is very useful to have is an airbag pack. Worn as a backpack, this can be activated by pulling on a handle to quickly inflate the airbag with use of compressed air or fan. The additional mass of air helps the skier stay on top of the moving snow and avalanche debris and reduces the chances of getting buried.
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