Avalanche Beacon

I need to buy one. Which one should I get?

Jimjar,<br><br>It really depends on your beacon skill level/ proficiency. Most people would probably recommend the Backcountry Tracker because of its ease of use. I personally use a Ortovox M2 - why? I just do <br><br>Don't forget the shovel and probe. Make sure you get a metal bladed shovel and a dedicated probe (meaning not ski poles that convert).<br>

I guess I should have said a bit about myself since I am new here. I am new to the backcountry. I did my first real snowboard trip this year to Muir and every since the resorts have just not been the same. I have my shovel and probe but definitely need more knowledge. I am looking into taking an avalanche class as soon as I can so I can get signed up for one. If anyone out there can help me to gain some of the skills I need to be safe in the backcountry I would love the advice. Also looking for people to do trips with as most of the people I ride with now are lazy and wouldn't thinking of hiking for turns.

There is another thread in Random Tracks about Avalanche Safety that you could use for information. <br>There is a good book by Bruce Tremper about avalanche safety "Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain" I think. Also a staple is "Freedom of the Hills" and "Allen and Mike's Backcountry Skiing Book". These are three titles that I pass on to people looking for information. The local library has some videos also - look up Avalanche at the local library.<br><br>Also the Partners Wanted before a trip could find some people to go with you next time you planned a trip.<br><br>

I was just going to ask this same question. I've been renting , Backcountry Tracker. But, I am intrigued by the Barryvox's size....a little nicer package than the Tracker maybe. Any thoughts??

I have the Ortovox M2 and it is very easy to use. It has very long range and is easy to pinpoint the victim. The tracker doesnt have the range like the analog beacons do, but it excells once you pick up a signal. I remember trying the barryvox and didnt like it that much. All I remember is that it kept on switching from analog and digital and you have to program it or something. The new ortovox X1 is suppose to have the range of the M2, but also can go to digital. I don't know that much about it, but I suggest to research that one.<br><br>joshua<br><br>

I was just going to ask this same question.  I've been renting   , Backcountry Tracker.    But, I am intrigued by the Barryvox's size....a little nicer package than the Tracker maybe.  Any thoughts??

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