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Avalanche survival backpack (doubling as cool fashion accessory)


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The type you see in the pic is more effective than ABS systems because:

- You have space around the head which creates more breathable space

- The airbag around your head acts as impact protection

- You are more likely to be in heads up position when in a avalanche

The whole system works on the principle that a bigger particle floats on top in a moving avalanche.

It will work unless you are at the bottom and the avalance dumps on top and stops there.

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Back to topic.. There are 2 types. One operates with a CO2 cartridge (ABS) and the other with Air. The one with air is obviously an advantage because you can breath that after burial if you can puncture it. The air one also has two types of cartidge pressure, one for Europe and the other for North America. These comply with the airline regulations. Some heli operators are bit iffy about them and don't want them aboard. You got to check that out.

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