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Black Diamond Bandit with Avalung Winter Pack - 690cu in

Item #BLD0380 | 82 in Stock

being an aussie with little extreme experience but plenty of...

By Ranked #1690 - Winter Packs January 9, 2009

being an aussie with little extreme experience but plenty of resort access out of bounds riding id like to know is it better to ride with only the avalung harness style,in the case of an avalanche,because a backpack with the avalung inbuilt would have more chance of being "ripped off"???

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #107 - Winter Packs January 9, 2009

That's a valid point, but if you keep all the straps buckled you should be fine. There are dozens of pro athletes that wear the packs with the avalung built in. The beacon on the other hand, that has to be under all your outer clothes.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

Tech Specs:

Material:
nylon (420D), ballistic nylon (840D) 
Access:
U-zip 
Pockets:
(external) 1 front 
Shovel Pocket:
yes 
Waist-Belt:
yes 
Ski Carry:
yes, diagonal 
Snowboard Carry:
yes, horizontal 
Hydration Compatible:
yes, insulated sleeve 
Weight:
2 lb 4 oz 
Volume:
11 L 
Recommended Use:
backcountry skiing, sidecountry skiing, heli trips 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 
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