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Mammut Pulse Barryvox Avalanche Beacon

Item #MAM0047 | 25 in Stock
5 Star Rating

Amazing. And I hope I don't have to use it.

By Ranked #251 - Avalanche Beacons November 2, 2009

But if I do (and I really hope I won't), what I'm using to find my buried friends is super easy to use and incredibly accurate. In the search mode, it practically inspires confidence - I will find anything emitting at 457 hz quickly and efficiently. In the guaranteed panic that follows a slide, that is invaluable to shave precious seconds from the rescue. Simply put, using this beacon (in conjunction with training, practice, and knowledge) is amazing and worth every penny. If the search mode is any testament to the capabilities of this thing, I'm willing to bet that the "Transmit" mode - you know, in case it's me who gets buried - is just as amazing.The only downside I can think of with this beacon is that now that I've got a Barryvox, all my buddies want to drop in before me. In case they get buried, they want me looking for them. Looks like I'm getting 3rd or 4th tracks down the mountain from now on.

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Tech Specs:

Digital Range:
50 m 
Analog Range:
60 m 
Antenna:
triple 
Battery Type:
AAA alkaline 
Battery Life:
[transmit mode] 200 hours; [search mode] 15 hours 
Weight:
7.4 oz 
Recommended Use:
avalanche search and rescue 
Manufacturer Warranty:
5 years 

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