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Avalanche Safety Equipment and Backcountry Products

Avalanche Safety Equipment and Backcountry Products

Whats the difference between the Ortovox Tour Rider and Free Rider AVABAG LITRIC Avalanche Airbags ⚡️🎒

A common question asked is what is the difference between the Ortovox AVABAG LiTRIC Tour and Free Rider Airbags, Snowsafe breakdown its intended use, key differences and more. Intended Use: Tour Rider LiTRIC: Designed for ski touring, focusing on lightweight, efficient uphill travel and comfortable carrying. Free Ride LiTRIC: Made for off-piste skiing and freeriding, with a focus on maximum … Continue reading “Whats the difference between the Ortovox Tour Rider and Free Rider AVABAG LITRIC Avalanche Airbags ⚡️🎒”

How to store your Ortovox AVABAG LiTRIC Airbag Properly ⚡️🎒

Winter is out and the start of the summer season is approaching, we would like to inform you about an updated guide for storing your W24/25 Ortovox LiTRIC Avalanche airbag system:  If the LiTRIC® system is to be stored for several months, the battery should first be fully charged. A stored device must be fully recharged … Continue reading “How to store your Ortovox AVABAG LiTRIC Airbag Properly ⚡️🎒”

Everything you need to know about the Ortovox AVABAG LiTRIC Airbag system 🎒🆕

So you’re in the market for a new Avalanche Airbag but you’re unsure on what electric technology to go for, be that the Jetforce, Alpride E2 or the New Ortovox  LiTRIC. Snowsafe breaks down everything you need to know about the Ortovox AVABAG LiTRIC Airbag System and why you should choose this new technology: AVABAG … Continue reading “Everything you need to know about the Ortovox AVABAG LiTRIC Airbag system 🎒🆕”

Everything you need to know about Ortovox AVABAG 📚🎒

In 2016, the next revolution arrived, the lightweight and compact AVABAG airbag system, the lightest airbag currently operative in the world, weighing in at only 640g.  Made from high-quality materials and innovative design, the Ortovox AVABAG can now be found in the following bags: Ortovox Cross Rider 18 AVABAG Ortovox Free Rider 20 S AVABAG Ortovox Free Rider … Continue reading “Everything you need to know about Ortovox AVABAG 📚🎒”

What does a good Ski Touring Avalanche Airbag consist of? 🎒

Whether your a first time buyer for a Ski Touring Avalanche Airbag or a avid ski tourer looking to upgrade to something new, searching the internet for a ski touring avalanche airbag can be a bit of a mind field due to the various systems, volumes, features and more. Snowsafe break down what a good … Continue reading “What does a good Ski Touring Avalanche Airbag consist of? 🎒”

New Ortovox LiTRIC Electronic Airbags 🎒⚡️

Ortovox’s First Electric Avalanche Airbag is arriving AW22! Ortovox LiTRIC Electronic Airbag, Dedicated to Ortovox mission to protect mountaineers, Ortovox has made an unusual step and literally crossed borders, partnering with Canadian brand Arc’teryx to jointly develop an avalanche ski airbag system that sets new benchmarks. THE RESULT: The New LiTRIC SYSTEM works electronically, and weighs … Continue reading “New Ortovox LiTRIC Electronic Airbags 🎒⚡️”

History of Avalanche Airbags and how they have evolved 🎒

As we all know, technology is a growing market with new ski gadgets being released every season, Avalanche airbags are the same, although they use the same concepts, the airbag technology has evovled alot over the years. Snowsafe breakdown the history of avalanche airbags and how the technology has evolved  1970s – Background  In the … Continue reading “History of Avalanche Airbags and how they have evolved 🎒”

What is a TÜV certification and what Airbags hold the TÜV stamp? 🎒

So your in the market for a New Avalanche Airbag to add to your fleet of Avalanche Safety Equipment but you come across the term “TÜV certified” and your not sure what this means? Snowsafe breakdown what TÜV stands for, why you should opt for a TÜV certified airbag and what current airbag backpacks hold the TÜV … Continue reading “What is a TÜV certification and what Airbags hold the TÜV stamp? 🎒”

🆕New Ortovox products for Winter 21-22 🎉

Ortovox have an exciting lineup of avalanche safety equipment for you this winter, from a Voice Navigation Beacon to Certified Back Protector compatible Free rider backpacks.  Here are our top picks for Winter 2021:1. Ortovox Diract Voice TransceiverThe Ortovox Diract Voice is the worlds First Avalanche Transceiver with Integrated Voice Navigation. Clear, Simple Instructions support … Continue reading “🆕New Ortovox products for Winter 21-22 🎉”