Gear Check Episode 1: How to Survive an Avalanche for an Hour: The AvaLung by Black Diamond
In this first episode of Gear Check, Jordan, The Middle Class Dirtbag, takes a deep dive into the AvaLung—one of the most unique and effective pieces of avalanche safety gear ever created.
Developed by Black Diamond in 1999 and inspired by the research of Dr. Tim Crowley at CU Boulder, the AvaLung is a simple yet revolutionary device. By separating inhaled oxygen from exhaled carbon dioxide, it can extend your survival time under the snow from minutes to over an hour.
In this video, you’ll learn:
The fascinating history of the AvaLung (and the surprising role of pantyhose in its design!).
How the device allows you to breathe fresh oxygen directly from the snowpack.
Incredible survival statistics and the story of the ultimate product test where a Black Diamond manager was buried for a full hour.
Why gear like the AvaLung, beacons, and probes are essential, but no substitute for education and good judgment.
Check out links for the Avalung Story:
https://www.lastfrontierheli.com/news...
https://www.sfgate.com/sports/article...
Stay Safe in the Backcountry: Always remember that the best way to survive an avalanche is to avoid getting caught in one. Use this gear in conjunction with proper avalanche training and conservative decision-making.
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