Monday, December 03, 2012

Patrol 24 ABS Avalanche Airbag Backpack

$1179


The North Face Patrol 24 ABS avalanche airbag pack enhances protection for winter pursuits in the backcountry. Its innovative airbag system helps prevent burial in an avalanche.

  • With a 95% success rate in real-world use, the ABS airbag system can significantly increase your odds of survival if caught in an avalanche
  • When activated, compressed nitrogen inflates 2 large airbags that help keep you on the surface of an avalanche; highly visible airbags create visual markers to speed rescue
  • ABS activation pull handle is positioned on the left shoulder strap for quick access and deployment when every second counts
  • Auto-grade airbag pack fabric, high-denier? internal materials, leg/body harness and a metal hipbelt buckle offer breaking resistance to help keep you attached to the pack
  • Panel-loading main compartment features internal pockets for organizing gear; large avalanche tool pocket features organization sleeves and a backcountry essentials checklist
  • Ski/snowboard carry system has been tested by athletes for simplicity and stability; it can be tucked away when not in use
  • Oversize, water-resistant YKK?® zippers are built to resist zipper failure and slider damage
  • The North Face Patrol 24 ABS avalanche airbag pack features a small top pocket and dual hipbelt pockets that keep snacks or other items at your fingertips