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Sun Company AvaGage – Avalanche Dange Slope Meter and Trail Inclinometer

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List Price: ~~$15.50~~
Sale Price: $19.49
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Feature

DUAL USE - Shows (1) Approximate avalanche danger and (2) slope of terrain for hikers/skiers/snowboarders.
THREE LEVELS OF AVALANCHE DANGER - AvaGage's face is demarked with three easy-to-read levels of danger. Yellow represents low danger, orange represents moderate danger, and red represents high danger.
COMPACT SIZE - At only 2.9" wide and weighing in at only 0.6oz, AvaGage is the most compact avalanche danger indicator available. Easily attach to parka, pack, or vest with attached splitring.
GROOVED BASE - AvaGage snugly aligns with ski pole or trekking pole to aid in accurately measuring slope.
SNOW CRYSTAL GRIDS - On the back of AvaGage are three snow crystal grids (1mm, 2mm, and 3mm). Use the grids to measure snow crystal size and further gauge avalanche danger.

Product Description

Dual use: (1) Approximate avalanche danger and (2) slope of terrain for hikers/skiers. Demarked with 3 levels of approximate avalanche danger (red, orange, yellow). Includes 1 mm, 2 mm and 3 mm grids for examining snow crystals. Grooved base aligns with ski pole or trekking pole for sighting. Compact size: Fits easily in pocket or clips to parka, pack or vest. Numerals and markings are engraved and paint-filled for maximum readability and durability. Temperature range: -40 degrees F to +125 degrees F. Instructions included. IMPORTANT NOTE: Avalanches can and do occur over a wide range of slope angles, and are influenced by several factors other than angular slope. Do not travel in avalanche areas without prior avalanche safety training, and always be alert to avalanche danger and travel accordingly.