A beacon that talks to you? Yep! Well, technically the Ortovox Diract Voice is only a chatty Cathy during search mode. Nonetheless, as the world's first beacon featuring voice navigation, Ortovox built the Diract Voice with the intent to create an even more intuitive beacon.

Imagine for a minute that you're in the beacon park taking the time to educate yourself. As the drill begins and the beacon springs to life, out comes a clear and concise instruction of "run straight!" Your momma taught you to listen and so of course you find the first target, mark it with the extremely simple two-button interface. After that, as per the beacon's instructions, you take off to the right in search of the next beacon signal. A few more rounds of practice and you feel comfortable with the Diract Voice's intuitive operation. Now you can rest assured knowing that this unique beacon feature will help improve your rescue response in a real-life scenario.

Although the voice navigation steals the show, the rest of the beacon is no slouch either - the battery is rechargeable, the shoulder holster is RECCO infused, the firmware is updatable via the Ortovox app, and the beacon's design is slim and svelte. On the flip side, if your beacon is the one that is under the snow, you can rest easy knowing that Ortovox has integrated SMART ANTENNA TECHNOLOGY into the Diract beacon line. This feature switches the transmission into the antenna that is best suited to your situation, thus nearly doubling your range and chances of being found. Ortovox has smartly integrated both visual and auditory directions into the Diract Voice and, in the process has possibly changed the course of all avalanche beacon design.

• Three antennas so you have two more than one.
• SMART-ANTENNA-TECHNOLOGY nearly doubles your transmission range.
• Clear Voice Navigation Diracts you in all stages of the search.
• World's first voice Diract-ed beacon for an intuitive and simpler approach to avalanche rescue.
• A large display gives you the ability to search visually to compliment the auditory outbursts.
• RECCO reflector integrated into the holster adds passive search technology.
• A rechargeable battery gives you the ability to juice up on the way and prevents unexpected stops.
• Small size fits Diract-ly in the palm of your hand or pants pocket.
• Ortovox app automatically updates the beacons software so you don't have to.
• 9 language choices because 7 billion people don't speak English.

We never go into the backcountry without a shovel. The Dozer 1T Shovel is BCA's most popular sized avalanche shovel and has a "stompable" blade design. It is our go-to because it is packable, durable, and easily penetrates through crud.

• Packable avalanche shovel for safely shredding the backcountry
• Durable aluminum material doesn't break
• Extendable t-grip handle is easy to use
• Meets the UIAA standard for avalanche rescue shovels

BCA's updated probes feature dual-sized depth markings that are easy to see when you're performing a rescue or logging a snow profile. Pro-level aluminum models are laser-etched to prevent wear. Our Stealth Quick-Lock hardware creates a smaller bundle when folded up and eliminates loose cables that can whip you in the face when you're furiously probing.

Canister is not included with purchase of MtnPro Float Vest.

Designed for high-performance mountain snowmobiling, the Float MtnPro Vest avalanche airbag is a low profile pack/vest that integrates with external equipment such as hydration systems or our BC Link Radios.

The Float MtnPro Vest features full front, side, and back protection with 1mm of hard shell sandwiched between two layers of PE foam. This provides protection from trees, rocks, handlebars, or whatever else you might come across on your sled adventures. The Float MtnPro Vest includes external shovel carry, secure dual side-release buckles over the front zip, articulated shoulders, and bigger pockets.

BCA's next-generation Float 2.0 cylinder is nearly 30% smaller and 15% lighter than our Float 1.0 engine. All the Float 2.0 system elements sit entirely separate behind a zippered covering, freeing up valuable space in the main compartment for gear, first-aid kit, and supplies.

The Float Airbag system does not guarantee survival in an avalanche incident. Educate yourself, make good decisions, and know before you go!

BCA's new Float E2 avalanche airbag packs use an Alpride E2 supercapacitor system to store energy that powers the compressor upon deployment. Supercapacitors store and release energy based on electromechanical properties rather than a chemical reaction like in rechargeable batteries. This makes supercapacitor performance much more reliable in cold temperatures. For the same reason, the energy stored in a supercapacitor releases faster when activated for deployment. The new E2 engine is 40 percent smaller and 25 percent lighter than the existing Alpride E1 system, with a 162-liter airbag. Like the E1, the E2 is TSA-approved for hassle-free airline travel. While the E2 system makes it easy to travel by air, our innovative Side Stash pocket and Back Stash zip make it easier to travel on snow -without stopping to hydrate, swap hat/gloves/eyewear, or even skins- just rip 'em, stash 'em and go!

The Float E2-25 is our 25L slimmed-down airbag pack designed for all snowsports and features our waterproof coated nylon, Side Stash pocket, Back Stash zip, curved side access zip, removable ski/snowboard/compression straps, hip belt pocket, "cooling fin" backpanel ventilation, and dedicated safety tools pocket. Available in two sizes: S/M or M/L.

AA BATTERIES FOR ADDITIONAL DEPLOYMENTS

In addition to the supercapacitor storage, you can install two AA batteries to allow for additional deployments in the field. The batteries also help keep the supercapacitors at full charge when not in use.• AA alkaline batteries allow for one additional deployment and is capable of keeping the system charged for up to three months of normal use.

• AA lithium batteries allow for three additional deployments and is capable of keeping the system charged for up to five months of normal use.

BCA's new Float E2 avalanche airbag packs use an Alpride E2 supercapacitor system to store energy that powers the compressor upon deployment. Supercapacitors store and release energy based on electromechanical properties rather than a chemical reaction like in rechargeable batteries. This makes supercapacitor performance much more reliable in cold temperatures. For the same reason, the energy stored in a supercapacitor releases faster when activated for deployment. The new E2 engine is 40 percent smaller and 25 percent lighter than the existing Alpride E1 system, with a 162-liter airbag. Like the E1, the E2 is TSA-approved for hassle-free airline travel. While the E2 system makes it easy to travel by air, our innovative Side Stash pocket and Back Stash zip make it easier to travel on snow -without stopping to hydrate, swap hat/gloves/eyewear, or even skins- just rip 'em, stash 'em and go!

The Float E2-25 is our 25L slimmed-down airbag pack designed for all snowsports and features our waterproof coated nylon, Side Stash pocket, Back Stash zip, curved side access zip, removable ski/snowboard/compression straps, hip belt pocket, "cooling fin" backpanel ventilation, and dedicated safety tools pocket. Available in two sizes: S/M or M/L.

AA BATTERIES FOR ADDITIONAL DEPLOYMENTS

In addition to the supercapacitor storage, you can install two AA batteries to allow for additional deployments in the field. The batteries also help keep the supercapacitors at full charge when not in use.• AA alkaline batteries allow for one additional deployment and is capable of keeping the system charged for up to three months of normal use.

• AA lithium batteries allow for three additional deployments and is capable of keeping the system charged for up to five months of normal use.