Pieps

DSP Pro Ice Beacon

Going beyond the performance of the actual beacon, Pieps integrated multiple functions into the Pro Ice for extra convenience on every adventure. There are extensive self-check modes to make sure your beacon is working properly at all times, and its group check is helpful for the start of any tour. The beacon automatically switches from search to send if the beacon remains motionless for a time, which is crucial if you're caught in an avalanche while searching for a buried victim. The automatic antenna-switch features means the beacon will switch antennas if the primary antenna experiences any faults due to external electronics or metal disturbances. 

Designed to keep things simple and efficient, the Pro Ice has a distance readout, a directional arrow, multiple-burial indicators, and a battery-life display, which provide all the necessary information without cluttering the screen. The Pro Ice is also compatible with the Pieps iProbe to reduce search time even further, particularly in a multiple-burial scenario. Available software updates keep your beacon up-to-date, and it will work with older beacons regardless of the software installed. 

With an exception to the DSP Pro, the DSP Pro Ice is the only beacon that has multiple frequency measurements so you can scan for more than just beacons; for example, you can scan for the dog-friendly TX600's frequency if your four-legged friend gets caught in a small sluff. Pieps also integrated an inclinometer that helps you get a general angle of any slope you're considering for the ride down. This is extremely helpful when you find yourself in an area with sketchy conditions and you just want the safest option back to the car. This beacon comes included with the super friendly neoprene pouch from Pieps, which features a quick-pull system for fast access to your beacon at a moment's notice. 

Of course, all these features and functions are only helpful if you practice with this beacon outside of emergency situations; know your gear, know the terrain, know the snowpack, and stay safe out there.