Our slimmed-down Float™ E2 airbag pack designed for close-in “slackcountry” riding.
BCA’s new Float E2 avalanche airbag packs use an Alpride E2 supercapacitor system to store energy that powers the compressor upon deployment. Supercapacitors store and release energy based on electromechanical properties rather than a chemical reaction like in rechargeable batteries. This makes supercapacitor performance much more reliable in cold temperatures. For the same reason, the energy stored in a supercapacitor releases faster when activated for deployment. The new E2 engine is 40 percent smaller and 25 percent lighter than the existing Alpride E1 system, with a 162-liter airbag. Like the E1, the E2 is TSA-approved for hassle-free airline travel. While the E2 system makes it easy to travel by air, our innovative Side Stash pocket and Back Stash zip make it easier to travel on snow —without stopping to hydrate, swap hat/gloves/eyewear, or even skins— just rip ‘em, stash ‘em and go!
The Float E2-25 is our 25L slimmed-down airbag pack designed for all snowsports and features our waterproof coated nylon, Side Stash pocket, Back Stash zip, curved side access zip, removable ski/snowboard/compression straps, hip belt pocket, "cooling fin" backpanel ventilation, and dedicated safety tools pocket. Available in two sizes: S/M or M/L.
AA BATTERIES FOR ADDITIONAL DEPLOYMENTS
In addition to the supercapacitor storage, you can install two AA batteries to allow for additional deployments in the field. The batteries also help keep the supercapacitors at full charge when not in use.
• AA alkaline batteries allow for one additional deployment and is capable of keeping the system charged for up to three months of normal use.
• AA lithium batteries allow for three additional deployments and is capable of keeping the system charged for up to five months of normal use.
See the Float E-2 Avalanche Airbag Manual for more information.
Float avalanche airbags do not guarantee survival in an avalanche incident. Educate yourself, make good decisions, and know before you go.
Float™ Feature Chart (Ski)
| FEATURE | FLOAT™ E2-25 | FLOAT™ E2-35 | FLOAT™ E2-45 | FLOAT™ 12 | FLOAT™ 22 | FLOAT™ 32 | FLOAT™ 42 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpride E2 Supercapacitor Engine | X | X | X | ||||
| Float 2.0 Compressed Air Engine | X | X | X | X | |||
| Side Stash Pocket | X | X | X | ||||
| Dedicated Shovel/Probe Compartment | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Back Stash Zip | X | X | X | ||||
| Curved Side Access Zip | X | X | X | ||||
| BC Link Radio Compatible | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Compression Straps | X | X | X | X | |||
| A-Frame Ski Carry | X | X | |||||
| Diagonal Ski Carry | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Vertical Snowboard Carry | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Removeable Internal Compartment Divider | X | X | X | ||||
| Back Panel Access | X | ||||||
| Helmet Carry - Removeable | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Hip Belt Pocket(s) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Hip Belt Tool Loop | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Dual Zippered Shoulder Straps | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Height Adjustable Waist/Hip Belt | X | X | X | X | |||
| Hydration Compatible | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Ice Axe Carry - External Loops | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Fleece-lined Goggle Sleeve | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Molded "Cooling Fin" Back Panel | X | X | X | ||||
| Molded Back Panel | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Internal Support Frame/Frame sheet | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Wire Support Frame | X | ||||||
| Leg Strap with Storage Pocket | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Load Lifters | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| Modular/Removeable/Replaceable Straps | X | X | X | ||||
| Moisture Drain Holes | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Multiple Mounting Options for Most snowshoes | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
SIZE
- S/M ,
- M/L
COLOR
- BLACK
CATEGORIES
Avalanche Airbags
ACTIVITY
Ski / Snowboarding,Snowshoe / Uphill
SYSTEM
Alpride E2 supercapacitor system with 150-liter airbag.
WEIGHT
5.869 lb / 2,662 g (with E2 system) 3.354 lb / 1,521 g (without E2 system)
MATERIAL
PU Coated Nylon 420d Ripstop PU Coated Nylon 210d Double Ripstop Lining -100d Robic Dynatec WR Pux2
ZIPPERS
YKK Zipper with DWR Coating
VOLUME
1,281 cubic inches / 21 liters (with E2 system) 1,525 cubic inches / 25 liters (without E2 system)
AIRBAG TECHNOLOGY
Float E2 Airbag
TORSO LENGTH
S/M,M/L
TORSO SIZE
S/M: 15" - 18” / 38.1 - 45.7 cm M/L: 17” - 21” / 43.1 - 53.3 cm
VOLUME / BAG SIZE
20 to 25L
BCA Float™ E2 Airbag Packs - Features:
The all-new BCA Float™ E2 Avalanche Airbag Pack:
Float™ Avalanche Airbag Pack Resources
- Float E2 Avalanche Airbag Manual
- Float E2 PPE EU Declaration of Conformity
- FAQs - Float Avalanche Airbags
- Resources - Float Avalanche Airbags
- Travel with Alpride E2 airbag system - BCA Float E2 Alpride airbag engines are classified as capacitors with an energy storage capacity of 10Wh or less and are not subject to the provisions of the Dangerous Goods Regulations under U.S. Department of Transportation and IATA air travel regulations. Please download and print the Alpride E2 fact sheet to carry with the pack when traveling.
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