Gear Review
Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Beacon
Simple but bulky
By Will Cardamone
Ranked #33 - Avalanche Safety
March 16, 2009
I have found this beacon to be easy to use and understand. The ortovox beacon that I had previously was not nearly as user friendly as the tracker. With it's digital distance display and tracker light direction indicators I found that with a little bit of practice this beacon is easy to use and works well when working to find buried beacons or skiing partners in a hurry. It is simple easy to use and easy to learn how to use. The only aspect that was a little weird is the carrying system. It has a holster that is pretty bulky and can be pretty annoying with a backpace, radio, and whatever else you may have buried in those jacket pockets. I have since gotten used to the system and am quite happy with it. Hope this helps.
View Details: Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Beacon
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Range:
- 50m
- Digital:
- Yes
- Battery type:
- three AAA alkalines, included
- Battery life:
- min. 1 hour in search mode, 200 hours in transmit mode (approximately 250 hours in transmit only or 50 hours in search only)
- Antenna:
- Dual
- Recommended use:
- Avalanche safety
- Weight:
- 298g/10oz including strap and batteries
- Warranty:
- Limited 5 year warranty
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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