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BCA Garage Sale- Save Big

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    2013-04-22 10:25:45

    It's garage sale season and Backcountry Access wants to hook you up with some screaming spring deals. Check out the BCA Garage Sale to find the lowest prices and stock up on gear.




    BCA Stash Squall pack

    Stash Squall- $45.00

    Bare-bones, minimalist pack (available only in the US)

    • 2011/2012 Model
    • volume: 1647 cubic in/27 liters
    • weight: 32 ounces/907 grams
    • torso lengths: 17-22 inches
    • hydration: 70 ounces/2 liter reservoir
    • highlights: roll top, back panel access, affordability, diagonal ski carry, and now includes Stash hydration.

    BCA Alp 40 pack

    Alp 40- $95.00

    Designed for the needs of diehard guides and patrollers (available only in US)

    Check out our full review of the BCA Alp 40 Pack here.

    • 2011/2012 Model
    • volume: 2440 cubic inches/40 liters
    • weight: 55 ounces/1559 grams
    • torso lengths: 17-22 inches
    • hydration: Nalgene-compatible system (Is included with pack)
    • highlights: side access, top lid or roll top, improved durability, Nalgene bottle-compatible hydration for easy refills and cleaning

    BCA Stash pack

    Stash OB- $65.50

    Lift access, out-of-bounds (OB), slackcountry (available in the US only)

    • 2011/2012 Model
    • volume: 976 cubic inches/16 liters
    • weight: 35 ounces/992 grams
    • torso lengths: 15-22 inches
    • hydration: 70 ounces/2 liter reservoir
    • highlights: thin profile, chair and tram friendly, snowboard compatible, includes noose ski carry system

    BCA B2 shovel

    B-2- $30.00

    Our medium-size shovel with a strong and packable blade (available in the US only)

    Check out our review of the BCA B2 Shovel here.

    • 2011/2012 Model
    • Weight: 22 ounces / 624 grams
    • Handle and Shaft Length: 17 in / 43 cm
    • Blade Dimensions: 10×11 in / 25×28 cm
    • Assembled Length: 24.5 in / 62 cm

    BCA B1 Shovel

    B-1- $25.00

    World's lightest avalanche shovel now with the strongest blade on the market.

    Check out our review of the BCA B1 Shovel here.

    • 2011/2012 Model
    • Weight: 18.5 ounces / 525 grams
    • Handle and Shaft Length: 17 in / 40.5 cm
    • Blade Dimensions: 9×10 in / 23×25.5 cm
    • Assembled Length: 22.5 in / 57 cm

    BCA Stash Squall pack