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Backcountry Access Float E2-35 Avalanche Airbag Pack
$1,399.95
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Featuring an electronic airbag system that's fully rechargeable, the Backcountry Access Float E2-35 avalanche airbag pack allows for multiple deployments, and it's TSA-approved for airline travel.
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- Powered by BCA Alpride E2 supercapacitor system, which is 40% smaller and 25% lighter than the Alpride E1 system, with a 162-liter airbag
- Designed for all snowsports and features waterproof coated nylon, water-resistant YKK zippers, a side stash pocket, back stash zip and curved side access zip
- Also includes removable ski/snowboard/compression straps, hipbelt pocket, "cooling fin" back panel ventilation and a dedicated safety tools pocket
- In addition to the supercapacitor storage, you can install 2 AA batteries to allow for additional deployments in the field
- Batteries also help keep the supercapacitors at full charge when not in use
- Features integration for BC Linkâ„¢ radios (not included), a hydration sleeve (reservoir not included), dual zippered shoulder straps and molded back panel
- Designed with replaceable straps and long-lasting, durable materials
- TSA-approved for hassle-free airline travel
- Gear capacity with E2 system: 31 liters/1,891 cu. in.; without E2 system: 35 liters/2,136 cu. in.
- Made with PFAS chemicals
- Note: An avalanche airbag system does not guarantee survival in an avalanche; educate yourself, make good decisions and know before you go
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View the Backcountry Access Float Product LineView all Backcountry Access Ski Backpacks| Best Use | Backcountry Skiing |
|---|---|
| Frame Type | Internal Frame |
| Gear Capacity (L) | 31 liters |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 1,891 cubic inches |
| Weight | With E2 system: 6 lbs. 2.5 oz.; without E2 system: 3 lbs. 10.3 oz. |
| Hipbelt | Yes |
| Hipbelt Pockets | Yes |
| Fits Torso Length (in.) | 15-18 inches |
| Fits Waist/Hips | 24-56 inches |
| Material(s) | Main: 420-denier polyurethane-coated ripstop nylon; lining: 210-denier double ripstop |
| Pack Access | Back panel |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 3 + main compartment |
| Avalanche Airbag | Yes |
| Reservoir Compatible | Yes |
| Dimensions | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
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Location:Calgary Canada
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Expert
2 months ago
Great pack completely ruined by shoulder straps
No, I do not recommend this product
Reviews on Wildsnow and Blister convinced me to get this pack. It has some good features and is decently designed EXCEPT it's completely ruined by the terrible metal ladder buckle design to adjust shoulder straps. It's like those reviewers never used the pack enough to experience and issue. The metal shoulder strap ladder buckles are entirely useless and don't hold the straps. I've readjusted the straps enough times they're practically worn out after 15 touring outings in 2025. They slip and don't enough hold the pack against my back anymore when skiing down. The pack just flails around off my back after a few turns. Total garbage. And the straps are effectively work out because I have to adjust them 100+ times for a single touring outing. It's getting returned or warrantied. Worst buckles I've ever seen in 20+ years of doing mountain sports and owning many packs.
Age:35–44
Experience Level:Expert
Location:Reno, NV
Age:45–54
Experience Level:Expert
1 year ago
Good pack with a few minor complaints
Yes , I recommend this product
Awesome safety features, but wish there were a few things different. The straps use metal fasteners that come loose pretty quickly so I'm constantly have to tighten the hip belt and shoulder straps. To turn the bag on and off, you have to unzip the cover on the fan, which is hard if you have a bag full of gear. The screen on the fan that shows the battery status is nearly impossible to see. Outside of these actual pretty petty complaints, I really like the bag. I like the separate section for avy gear and I really like the side stash pocket for easy access to water without taking my pack off.
Age:45–54
Experience Level:Expert
Location:Enumclaw
Age:45–54
Experience Level:Expert
10 months ago
The Buckles don't keep the pack tight.
No, I do not recommend this product
I have never returned something to REI. This pack with its metal buckles are TERRIBLE. 12 mile tour and the pack was constantly looseningBoot packing only made it worse with the added weight. All of the other features are spot on. It's the dang buckles.
Age:45–54
Experience Level:Expert