The Chugach is the biggest & strongest shovel in the industry. It has an extendable oval shaft & an oversized, flat-backed blade. It is able to dig pits quickly & easily to assess the stability of the snow & is also ideal for building & shaping kickers. ...

BCA Chugach Pro EXT Shovel: BCA's biggest & baddest digging machine. The BCA Chugach Pro EXT Shovel moves a lot of snow quickly & is popular for search & rescue as well as building kickers. The excavation process is a true crux of every avalanche rescue. Time lost or gained can directly determine life versus death. At BCA, they have developed both the technology & the training necessary to get the job done better. Based on a foundation of bombproof aluminum & a rigid oval shaft, they have created the most efficient human powered digging device known to man. Key
Features: Extendable oval shaft with D-grip Oversized blade for moving lots of snow Extended length: 42in/104.5cm Collapsed length: 32.5in/28.6cm Weight: 38oz/1088g Blade

Width: 12in/31cm


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The lightest, most compact shovel/probe combination on the market. The combined weight of the 6061 aluminium shovel & companion probe is a feather-light 596 grammes (21 ounces). & if you're someone that wants a lightweight, compact but concise kit then this is the combination for you. The 1.8 meter probe folds down into eight tiny sections, fitting neatly into the shaft of the Tour shovel. An essential piece of saftey equipment in the event of an avalanche
- this probe doesn't have to be a burden, infact, you won't even know it's there! The ergonomic, oval shaped shaft increases your digging strength & the T shaped grip makes this shovel suitable for left or right handers, whilst the strong aluminium blade makes short work of shifting-snow with its sharp edge & large cross-section.
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The BCA Snow Study Kit gives you the tools you need to make a better decision when heading to the backcountry. It is essential for safety to know the conditions of the slope & snow & this kit with its moulded protective case contains a Crystal card, a 6x magnifying loupe for identifying crystal shape & size, digital thermometer for snow temperature, & a slope gauge for measuring slopes up to 50. Weighing in at 11 ounces, this study kit will easily fit into your pack. The tools here are meant to work in conjunction with proper training & information, alternatively you may find one of our avalanche safety books a great way to increase your own knowledge. ...

Tracker DTS is the easiest & best-selling beacon on the market because of its rapid processor & simple user interface. A realtime, digital display shows both direction & distance with bright red LEDs. The distance is shown in meters & indicator lights display the direction of transmitting beacons. The Tracker has established a strong reputation for durability & reliability. ...

Affordability, a thin profile & a lightweight design make the Float 18 a no-brainer for those bagging sidecountry laps or those with a minimalist backcountry approach. Offering 18 liters of gear storage, features include; internal shovel & probe pockets, helmet & diagonal ski carrying system & waist belt pockets. This pack is perfect for riders who insist on fresh lines outside the ski areas. ...

The Float 22 is a minimalist model for out-of-bounds, off-piste, freeride & mechanized skiing/snowboarding. The Float 22 has a thin profile & has been built to be lightweight but with enough volume to carry rescue tools, lunch, water & an extra layer. The bag comes with an external shovel/probe pocket, helmet & diagonal ski carrying system & a useful waist belt pocket. BCA Float airbags are now the lightest & most affordable on the market. The airbag, cylinder, & compressed air equipment are now interchangeable between packs. Features

Includes:: rechargeable cylinder 22 liters External shovel/probe pockets Diagonal ski carrying system External helmet carrying system Waist belt pocket Very few external straps Weight 2495 grams (entire system including cylinder Weight 1905 grams (pack, airbag, engine, no cylinder) Weight 1111 grams (pack only, no airbag, engine or cylinder)

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Our mid-sized pack for half & full days. Features external shovel & probe pockets, diagonal ski carrying system, helmet carry system, waist belt pockets, lined goggle pocket, hydration sleeve, & optional snowboard attachment kit (sold as accessory). ...

The Float 32 has been designed for pros, guides, & dedicated backcountry junkies carrying the full quiver of essentials. The bag comes with external shovel/probe pocket, waist belt pocket, lined goggle pocket, hydration sleeve, diagonal ski carry, ice axe carry, helmet carry & the trigger can be set for the left or right shoulder strap. BCA Float airbags are now the lightest & most affordable on the market. The airbag, cylinder, & compressed air equipment are now interchangeable between packs. Features

Includes:: rechargeable cylinder 32 liters External shovel/probe pockets Diagonal ski carrying system External helmet carrying system Waist belt pocket Very few external straps Hydration sleeve (hydration system not included) Lined goggle pocket Weight 2903 grams (entire system including cylinder) Weight 2313 grams (pack, airbag, engine, no cylinder) Weight 1542 grams (pack only, no airbag, engine or cylinder)

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Part of the snow study & safety tool range, the BCA Snow Saw 35 cm is rugged & reliable. A simple & no frills design make for a strong, durable tool, made to be used & abused. Designed in conjunction with some of Americas most experienced mountain rescue teams, the BCA Snow Saw features all that you would need for a performance mountain tool. With a single piece aggressive blade, the BCA Snow Saw will cut through wood, ice, & snow. Use to take sample blocks, build igloos, or build a shelter, the BCA Snow Saw features a curved pistol grip handle, large enough to be easily used even with gloves on. The BCA Snow Saw also features cm markers along the blade to help with snow block analysis. Features Cuts snow, ice & wood Laser-etched centimetre markings Protective sheath included ...