Gear Review
Black Diamond Bandit AvaLung Package
Small but perfect for day/sidecountry
By Will Cardamone
Ranked #328 - Avalanche Safety
March 16, 2009
This is definitely a pretty killer package if you are looking for a good pack with an avalung and a solid shovel and probe that all fit well in the pack. This pack is small but it is perfect for a resort day-pack or a off resort sidecountry pack. I did have trouble with it fitting well to my back at first but as I broke it in it worked better. I wish it had some bungies on the front so you could strap on a jacket because it doesn't fit inside. It does have a nice cross-pack ski carrying system as well. The shovel included is easily deployed as well as the probe. So if you are looking for a great package deal for those long resort days or those close sidecountry missions I would recommend this package.
View Details: Black Diamond Bandit AvaLung Package
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Tech Specs:
- Backpack Material:
- nylon (420D), ballistic nylon (840D)
- Backpack Pockets:
- (external) 1 stash, (internal) shovel and probe organizer sleeve
- Backpack Volume:
- 11 L
- Backpack Access Types:
- clamshell
- Backpack Shovel Pocket:
- yes
- Ski Carry:
- yes, diagonal
- Snowboard Carry:
- yes, horizontal
- Ice Axe Loops:
- 0
- Hydration Compatible Backpack:
- yes, insulated sleeve
- Reservoir Included:
- no
- Backpack Weight:
- 2 lb 3 oz
- Shovel Blade Material:
- 6000 series aluminum
- Shovel Blade Dimensions:
- 14 x 8.5 in
- Shovel Length - Assembled:
- 2 ft 1 in
- Extendable Shovel Handle:
- yes, handle collapses into blade
- Shovel Weight:
- 1 lb 4 oz
- Probe Material:
- aluminum
- Probe Length:
- 265 cm
- Probe Weight:
- 10.6 oz
- Probe Storage Sack:
- yes
- Recommended Use:
- slackcountry, quick tours, heli skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
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