Avalanche Survival Vest

Jan-31-12 A new line of avalanche airbag integrated clothing from The North Face makes protection as easy as putting on a vest.

The vest, called the Powder Guide ABS, uses a nitrogen based airbag system that is deployed by the wearer to release a pair of brightly colored bags. The bags increase the wearer's surface area to help reduce sinking as well as act a visual signs for rescuers.

The Powder Guide also includes an array of pockets able to secure other gear, allowing the vest to replace a full backpack.

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