Gear Review
Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Tour Package
never had to use it, but....
By Richard Possin
Ranked #124 - Avalanche Safety
December 19, 2010
if you go backcountry, you need these 3 items. Simple as that.
The beacon is easy to use (never used it in anger). Read the instructions and practise, practise, practise.
The shovel collapses into 2 pieces, is ok for building kickers and is nice and lightweight. If you are using it all the time maybe consider a higher spec model.
The probe is lightweight and folds up well. I had it on the outside of my pack and over time the spike on the probe cut a hole in the bag. Just something to be aware of rather than a criticism.
View Details: Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Tour Package
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Beacon Range:
- 50 m
- Digital:
- yes
- Antenna:
- dual
- Battery Type:
- 3AAA
- Battery Life:
- Min. 1hr in search mode after 200 hours in transmit mode (250hr in transmit only or 50hr in search only)
- Shovel Material:
- [blade], 6061-Series aluminum; [shaft], 6061-Series aluminum
- Extendable:
- no
- Blade Size:
- 9 x 10 in
- Assembled Length:
- 25 in
- Probe Material:
- carbon fiber
- Length:
- (extended) 8 ft 6 in
- Storage Sack:
- yes, included
- Weight:
- (beacon) 13 oz, (probe) 7.3 oz, (shovel) 16 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backcountry travel, avalanche rescue, snow science study
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 5 years
Change me.