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Avalanche Safety Equipment and Backcountry Products

Avalanche Safety Equipment and Backcountry Products

Ortovox AVABAG Unit

Ortovox AVABAG Unit: Thanks to the innovative processing system which requires no sewing or additional sealing, and a drastically reduced venturi unit, the Ortovox Avabag is one of the lightest airbag systems in the world. Weighing only 690g, the system combines an incredible lightweight stripped-down design with the highest levels of reliability. The Ortovox Avabag … Continue reading “Ortovox AVABAG Unit”

Ortovox Ascent 22 AVABAG Kit

Ortovox Ascent 22 AVABAG Kit Weighing only 1780g (inc. system and cartridge), the Ortovox Ascent 22 AVABAG combines safety, efficiency and comfort in one design. Made with abrasion-resistant materials such as Nylon 100D Robic Ripstop, which are also extremely light, the Ascent 22 has been shorn of all non-essential components to ensure the sleekest possible … Continue reading “Ortovox Ascent 22 AVABAG Kit”

What does a good Ski Touring Avalanche Airbag consist of? 🎒

Whether your a first time buyer for a Ski Touring Avalanche Airbag or a avid ski tourer looking to upgrade to something new, searching the internet for a ski touring avalanche airbag can be a bit of a mind field due to the various systems, volumes, features and more. Snowsafe break down what a good … Continue reading “What does a good Ski Touring Avalanche Airbag consist of? 🎒”

Sneak peak, ISPO Award winning products coming for Winter 22 🏅

We are super excited to announce we will be stocking three of ISPO’s award winning products for Autumn Winter 22, with a New LiTRIC Electronic airbag from Ortovox in partnership with Arc’Teryx. We also reveal a completely new Alpride E2 system which you can find in Deuter Alproof and Scott backcountry Patrol packs for next … Continue reading “Sneak peak, ISPO Award winning products coming for Winter 22 🏅”

History of Avalanche Airbags and how they have evolved 🎒

As we all know, technology is a growing market with new ski gadgets being released every season, Avalanche airbags are the same, although they use the same concepts, the airbag technology has evovled alot over the years. Snowsafe breakdown the history of avalanche airbags and how the technology has evolved  1970s – Background  In the … Continue reading “History of Avalanche Airbags and how they have evolved 🎒”

What is a TÜV certification and what Airbags hold the TÜV stamp? 🎒

So your in the market for a New Avalanche Airbag to add to your fleet of Avalanche Safety Equipment but you come across the term “TÜV certified” and your not sure what this means? Snowsafe breakdown what TÜV stands for, why you should opt for a TÜV certified airbag and what current airbag backpacks hold the TÜV … Continue reading “What is a TÜV certification and what Airbags hold the TÜV stamp? 🎒”

Avalanche Airbag Warranty, are you covered? 🎒🧾

Whether your in the market for a new avalanche airbag or you recently purchased one, its always good to know if your avalanche airbag is covered under warranty right? Yes initally all airbags are covered under warranty, however this depends on exactly what damages or defects the pack has and how old your airbag model … Continue reading “Avalanche Airbag Warranty, are you covered? 🎒🧾”

End of Season Checklist, How to store your Avalanche Safety Equipment correctly. ☑️

It’s that time of the year when the ski season comes to a close and summer is on the mind. Before you start your summer activties, it’s a crucial time to take a moment to clean and maintain your avalanche safety equipment.  If your equipment is not treated correctly then come your next ski trip it … Continue reading “End of Season Checklist, How to store your Avalanche Safety Equipment correctly. ☑️”