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Ortovox S1 Avalanche Transceiver

Item #ORT0050 | 20 in Stock

how does the ortovox compare with the tracker? under stress,...

By Ranked #635 - Avalanche Safety February 2, 2009

how does the ortovox compare with the tracker? under stress, is one going to be easier to use and therefor more effective?

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No

By Ranked #6 - Avalanche Safety February 2, 2009

I love this beacon, it's almost idiot proof, if you already know what you are doing. It gives you the distances and directions to the victim, and works just as you need it to if you are the one that needs the help. This, in my opinion, is a better option than the Tracker.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No

Tech Specs:

Range:
[Digital] 230ft (70m) 
Digital:
Yes 
Analog:
No 
Battery Type:
3 AAA, 1.5 V Alkaline batteries 
Battery Life:
[On] 250 hrs; [Search] 10hrs 
Recommended Use:
Backcountry safety 
Manufacturer Warranty:
5 Years 
Country of Origin:
Germany 
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