The full-fledged Float E2 pack optimized for a wide range of backcountry skiing and snowboarding objectives. Ample space to store everything you need for a big day in the backcountry, with a waterproof coated nylon exterior to keep your gear dry in any weather. This pack boasts the full gamut of Float E2 features—including our innovative Side Stash pocket for easy access to frequently used items like a water bottle or skins without having to take your pack off in avalanche terrain. A dedicated rescue tools compartment, fleece-lined goggle pocket, interior accessory pockets, and Back Stash zip allow for optimal gear organization, and our molded “cooling fin” back panel provides comfort while touring and riding. Key features: Alpride E2 Supercapacitor System Side Stash pocket Back Stash accessory zip Dedicated shovel/probe compartment Curved side access zipper A-frame & diagonal ski carry Vertical snowboard carry BC Link radio compatible Creating buoyancy and helping you float to the surface, the 162-liter airbag not only decreases your burial depth but also protects your head and neck from trauma in an avalanche. The Float E2 avalanche airbags use the Alpride E2 supercapacitor to store energy that powers the compressor upon deployment. Supercapacitors store and release energy based on magnetic energy rather than chemical reaction, making their performance fast and reliable in cold temperatures. The E2 system is TSA approved for hassle-free airline travel. AA BATTERIES FOR ADDITIONAL DEPLOYMENTS In addition to the supercapacitor storage, you can install two AA batteries to allow for additional deployments in the field. The batteries also help keep the supercapacitors at full charge when not in use. AA alkaline batteries allow for one additional deployment and are capable of keeping the system charged for up to three months of normal use. AA lithium batteries allow for three additional deployments and are capable of keeping the system charged for up to five months of normal use. See the Float E-2 Avalanche Airbag Manual for more information. The Float airbag system does not guarantee survival in an avalanche incident. Educate yourself, make good decisions, and know before you go.
