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Showing products for the Avalanche Gear department listed Most Recent to Least Recent
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BCA Tracker 2 Avalanche Transceiver
Reviewed on March 9, 2011 | By lukelubchenco
The BCA Tracker 2 Beacon is Backcountry Access' response to the call f...view
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Backcountry Bomb Backcountry Bomb
Reviewed on December 22, 2009 | By powderjunky
The Backcountry Bomb is the best cornice cutting tool out there. I have used rope for a while to cut cornices and this tool makes it much faster, safer and easier. The Bomb also ma...view
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Brooks-Range Snow Crystal Card
Reviewed on April 20, 2009 | By powderjunky
The Brooks-Range Snow Crystal Card is a nice accessory for the budding snow scientist....view
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Dakine Mini T Handle
Reviewed on March 23, 2009 | By Goooompz
The primary reason to choose this shovel instead of the regular T-handle is if you have a small backpack. Everything else is the same, weight savings of the handle is minimal, and ...view
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Snowpulse Lifebag
Reviewed on January 29, 2009 | By powderjunky
The Snowpulse Lifebag acts more or less as a flotation device to keep a victim on the surface of an avalanche. It is different than other airbags on the market because it protects ...view
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Brunton 26DNL-CL Compass
Reviewed on January 12, 2009 | By Yardsaled
If you are going to buy a slope meter for backcountry skiing, buy this one or one that is similar. At only $28. It is a great deal compared to other models that only offer a slope ...view
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Life Link Slope Meter
Reviewed on January 12, 2009 | By Yardsaled
The Life Link slope meter will get the job done while out in the backcountry. Just treat it like a fragile egg.There are better slope meters for better prices out there that also c...view
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Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Beacon
Reviewed on December 12, 2008 | By powderjunky
The tracker is a great beacon for those who are on a budget. It will save lives if needed and doesn't require a phd to use. However, practice is what will make a beacon the most us...view
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Dakine T Handle
Reviewed on November 11, 2008 | By powderjunky
The Dakine T-Handle Shovel is a good choice for those looking for a medium size shovel that can handle all types of snow and ice....view
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Black Diamond QuickDraw Super Tour Probe 265
Reviewed on November 5, 2008 | By powderjunky
The Black Diamond Super Tour Probe is a great probe that is durable, light, and functional in cold weather....view
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Black Diamond Avalung II
Reviewed on October 16, 2008 | By SnowMonkey
The Avalung does not repel avalanches or replace common sense. It works by moving CO2 (poisonous gas we exhale) away from your mouth and nose to extend the amount of time you can b...view
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Ortovox 240 Economic Probe
Reviewed on October 14, 2008 | By powderjunky
A nice probe for the price, good usable length, but not the best locking mechanism. Good for those on a budget....view
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Backcountry Access Tour Shovel
Reviewed on October 13, 2008 | By powderjunky
A good shovel for the price, but not my first choice. Also the probe that stores in the handle is absolutely worthless as it is too short for any real avalanche rescue....view
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Black Diamond FlickLock Snow Saw
Reviewed on October 12, 2008 | By powderjunky
This is by far the best saw out there....view
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Black Diamond Deploy 3 Shovel
Reviewed on September 20, 2008 | By powderjunky
Compared to other models this shovel stands out as one of the best. However from a safety perspective, due to the small blade and handle, i would upgrade to the larger model, the D...view
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