Ep. 13 - The High Route: Arguments for Avalanche Airbags
Wilderness Medicine Updates
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Avalanche Airbag Packs: Safety Evolution and Perception
This chapter examines the evolution and personal experiences surrounding avalanche airbag packs in backcountry skiing, highlighting historical perceptions influenced by cost and weight. It discusses the significant advancements in technology that have made these safety devices more accessible and underscores their life-saving potential amid varying perceptions across skiing communities. The conversation further explores the psychological aspects of using these airbag packs, including the balance between perceived safety and increased risk-taking behavior among skiers.
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