Gear of the Week: Mammut Pulse Barryvox

Mammut Pulse Barryvox

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Editors note: Avalanche beacons are one of the most important factors when it comes to surviving an avalanche. Combined with a shovel, probe, skills to use this device, and knowledge of backcountry terrian, a beacon is crucial. Take an avalanche course before heading into dangerous terrain.

Mammut's heritage is based in high-alpine climbing. This beacon performs to those standards with easy-to-use functionality and supreme technology. A simple switch guides you into off, send, or search, eliminating any possible confusion with the words transmit and receive. Three antennas provide the ability to quickly and precisely locate multiple victims, even in deep snow or close-proximity searches. If victims are wearing the Pulse, it can detect and track who's still breathing or has a heartbeat. A 360-degree screen and arrow make it easy to locate the victim in a very short period of time. This beacon is efficient and easy-to-use, both important factors for successful avalanche rescue.

As the technology updates, you can download the latest Firmware for your beacon at your local retailer.

$450, Mammutusa.com.

Mammut Pulse Barryvox