Black Diamond Avalung II

The Black Diamond AvaLung II is much smaller and economically priced than the original which leaves you no excuse not to wear one. The AvaLung II has proven itself in both medically supervised burial tests and in actual field use, but is not a substitute for sound knowledge and other backcountry safety tools.

Up to 30% Savings during the REI Fall Sale! Plus members save 20% on one full price item. REI Members: Save 20% on One Full-Priced Item. Ends 3/30/08 Code: MEMDEAL AvaLung II™ is a remarkable filtration device that draws air directly from the snowpack, allowing you to breathe if trapped in an avalanche. Increases the surface area from which you breathe; air is pulled in by a mouthpiece attached directly to the apparatus. Exhaled carbon dioxide is directed out the exhaust tube to ensure fresh air supply and to prevent an ice layer which could seal off the oxygen supply. AvaLung II has repeatedly been shown to provide an air supply to buried test victims. Worn over your clothing, the lightweight sling does not impede breathability or add warmth, so it can be used in all weather conditions. User must be able to get the mouthpiece inserted before avalanche debris restricts movement; snowpack or injury can prevent its use. As with avalanche beacons, AvaLung II is not a substitute for wise assessment of hazardous avalanche terrain.

The AvaLung II by Black Diamond weighs less than a pound - offers betterbreathing performance than your own lungswhile under snow and wears easily over yourexisting outerwear. Weight: 265 g (9.3 oz) size S/M