Do you wear an Avalanche Air Bag in the Mountains

[BRENNO1981]

Snowpulse highmark 30l for me.

 

[Callele88]

Does anyone know how long the canisters and triggers are good for on the ABS packs? Or how often ABS says to change them out? I do mine yearly just to be on the safe side just wasn't sure if that's necessary or not.

 

[FastFarmer]

Is there one that wod be better for a bigger person? Might be a dumb question but thought I'd ask.

 

[ABDoo800]

Just picked up a used BCA Float 30. Got the canister recharged at North West Scuba in Edmonton for $10.

Next investment will be an AST 1 course. Hoping to get in on one in the New Year.

Nephew has a Highmark Pro.

 

[Jordan1924]

Not sure about that BCA bag but I know there was a bunch with a recall on the trigger. May want to look into making sure it has be done if required on the bag

 

[ABDoo800]

Not sure about that BCA bag but I know there was a bunch with a recall on the trigger. May want to look into making sure it has be done if required on the bag

Good reminder. I checked online on the BCA site before purchasing and the bag I purchased did not require the trigger change.

 

[longpull01]

Is there one that wod be better for a bigger person? Might be a dumb question but thought I'd ask.

Hey man I'm a big prick and I wear the snow pulse tek vest one it's comfy and lots of room for growth lol.


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[kgb117]

I realize u can't put a price on safety but some of us do have tighter budgets than others. Do I want an avy bag? Yes. Is $1200 a bit steep for a backpack? I think so... Especially with the mods I need to do to my doo. Surely they can still make money by selling these for 500-60o$ not 11-1200$. They probably manufacture them for 10$

 

[Iamcatman]

Snowpulse highmark 30L for me!! i love it, lots of storage...

 

[Bushwagon]

Ride an older 20L ABS pack. Very comfortable, has stood up well and fires perfectly every year when I test it so far. Very happy.

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

Had my two BCA 30's stolen. Just picked up two new 32's


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[sledhead5000]

I use an old Float 30. Its a heavy old thing but it works. The air canister doesn't seal properly sometimes so it loses pressure. I have to check it before every ride these days but that's probably not a bad thing to be doing anyways.
I blew it for fun with 1000psi (supposed to have 2500) and it fully inflated so even if its a bit down, its still way better than nothing.

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

I use an old Float 30. Its a heavy old thing but it works. The air canister doesn't seal properly sometimes so it loses pressure. I have to check it before every ride these days but that's probably not a bad thing to be doing anyways.
I blew it for fun with 1000psi (supposed to have 2500) and it fully inflated so even if its a bit down, its still way better than nothing.

New one is noticeably lighter. Once I load it up its heavy.


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[SummitX509]

Snowpulse highmark 30L for me!! i love it, lots of storage...

Just got one and must agree that it has lots of storage. I have it packed so I can live in the mountains for a week. Joking, not that long but good to go.
It has a bit of weight now that it's packed so I've started running with the pack so it won't tire me out when I'm riding.

 

[SummitX509]

Just got one and must agree that it has lots of storage. I have it packed so I can live in the mountains for a week. Joking, not that long but good to go.
It has a bit of weight now that it's packed so I've started running with the pack so it won't tire me out when I'm riding.

One problem I have found is that 320cm probe doesn't fit inside the pack.

 

[BirdieO]

Callele88...here is the ABS maintenance recommendations from their site, they recommend an annual blow off of the bags which would mean replacing the activation unit/handle; it is also recommended that you have the entire bag system checked over by ABS every 3 years. The expiry on canister is measured by how many times it has been refilled, at the allowable refills is 20 which is tracked by ABS directly.

Does anyone know how long the canisters and triggers are good for on the ABS packs? Or how often ABS says to change them out? I do mine yearly just to be on the safe side just wasn't sure if that's necessary or not.

 

[moyiesledhead]

I use an old Float 30. Its a heavy old thing but it works. The air canister doesn't seal properly sometimes so it loses pressure.

It's a bad gauge causing that. There was a recall on them last year. Get a hold of Avalanche Safety Solutions in Golden, they'll fix ya right up.

 

[longpull01]

Save the mods for a bit because there not gunna bring you home to your family.


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[SRT]

Just bought a BCA Float 22. I thought it was good investment. Should be delivered before I head to McBride on the 26th.


Just killing time.

 

[BeachSled]

Bought a Abs Vario SB15 this week. Sure look nice, can't wait to pack it with all my gear.