When you're heading into the backcountry throw the lightweight Demon Snow Avalanche Probe in your pack. Its sectional construction and convenient carry sack makes the Avalanche Probe simple to fold up and stash in your pack. The lightweight aluminum won't weigh you down on your way up, and the 270cm of available probe can come to your buddy's rescue should the unthinkable happen on the way down.
Bottom Line: Better to be safe than sorry with the Demon Snow Avalanche Probe.
