"skadi"

History of the avalanche safety beacon transceiver, Skadi was the first effective unit, invented around 1971 by John Lawton and Ed LaChapelle

Recalls or not, skier/rider trust with PPE manufacturers is critical. It is a two-way street with many moving parts. The bottom line: PPE gear must work. WildSnow explores recent and past gear recalls and what we can learn. (This is part one of a two-part series.)

Imagine you are stuck at a hut. You usually sport both an avalanche beacon transceiver and an airbag backpack. But this time you only get one or the other. Which would you choose?

A nod to the Ramer Echo Avalanche Transceiver, a 1980s ski touring gem of a transceiver that’s lightweight with long battery life.

In depth analysis and testing of Mammut Barryvox S avalanche rescue beacon, result is full review.

Historical view of avalanche cord used for safety and rescue in snow avalanches, up through 1960s until electronic beacons took over.

Avalanche beacon philosophy and new improved beacons by Mammut: Barryvox and Barryvox S.

ISPO 2015 overview for backcountry skiing and ski touring gear, including seeing new Arcteryx avalanche airbag.

Scarpa announces new 2012-13 AT boots for backcountry skiing.

2006 Mammut Barryvox avalanche beacon review for backcountry skiing and mountaineering.

Recreation on public lands is not a right, and in some cases not even a privilege — read about the forces arrayed against the fun you take for granted in National Forest or Park.