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Black Diamond Covert with Avalung Winter Pack - 1343-1953 cu in

Item #BLD0947 | 1 in Stock

how long does black diamond claim you can breath thru the tu...

By Ranked #75 - Winter Packs May 25, 2009

how long does black diamond claim you can breath thru the tube

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By Backcountry.com Sponsored Athlete Ranked #10 - Winter Packs June 30, 2009

In the field tests for the Avalung pack the buried subject got bored after about forty minutes and they dug him out. He If you are burried in a real avalanche though the situation is likely to be a lot different. I guess if you are buried without any bodily trauma with the avalung in your mouth then you could probably last a while but every situation is different. It is best not to fully rely on any piece of avy gear and just play it as safe as possible. But on the other hand It has saved lives .

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By Ranked #1 - Winter Packs May 25, 2009

They don't have a set length of time that it will work, because it varies according to things like the snowpack, how loose it is, how wet it is, how fast the user is breathing, and many other factors. It will help you survive, but don't count on it for a long period of time.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
420D and 1300D Nylon 
Volume:
[22L] 1343cu in; [32L] 1953cu in 
Suspension:
Thermoformed shoulder straps and Y-rod back-panel 
Waist-belt:
Yes, thermoformed 
Hydration Compatible:
Yes 
Rain Cover:
No, water-shedding materials 
Access Types:
Panel access 
External Pockets:
1 Front avalanche pocket 
Snowboard Carry:
Yes 
Ski Carry:
Yes 
Gear Loops:
No 
Ice Axe Loops:
Yes 
Shovel Pocket:
Yes 
Weight:
[22L] 2lb 14oz (1.3kg); [32L] 3lb 7oz (1.57kg) 
Recommended Use:
Backcountry skiing 
Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
Philippines 
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