Technology is constantly evolving in our beloved sport, and, over the years, ski equipment has come a long way, with safety and control always at the forefront of engineering. Recently, SubQ Designs—a new backcountry performance outerwear brand—released its new Jackson Airbag Jacket, an ABS integrated outerwear piece. Yes, that’s right, the jacket is actually equipped with a complete ABS avalanche airbag system, designed for the everyday backcountry ripper.
Constructed with a technical outer shell and an inner vest harness, users are able to remove and attach the airbag system. The pre-sale price of the item is $1299.00 and is available for order, now.
“The Jackson Airbag Jacket is the result of over three years of technology design and rigorous development testing,” said Corbin Redli, founder of SubQ Designs. “The Jackson Airbag is designed to equip experienced backcountry and side country travelers with a lighter, versatile and overall more efficient backcountry safety system.”
For more information, see the photo gallery and press release below.
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Press Release:
SubQ Designs, a new backcountry performance outerwear company focused on breakthrough integrated safety design, announces its brand launch with first to market product reveal, the Jackson Airbag Jacket.
“The Jackson Airbag Jacket is the result of over three years of technology design and rigorous development testing,” said Corbin Redli, founder of SubQ Designs. “The Jackson Airbag is designed to equip experienced backcountry and side country travelers with a lighter, versatile and overall more efficient backcountry safety system.”
The new performance jacket is built with a complete ABS® avalanche airbag system and is designed for the everyday backcountry skier, snowboarder and snowmobiler with safety and performance as top priority. The whole system is constructed out of an outer shell, an inner vest harness and various accessories, and the shell and harness interact though strategic openings in the shell. The ABS airbag system, the harness and the clip-on shovel/ probe carrier can all be attached or removed for personalization of the setup, depending on usage needs for the day ahead.
“Versatility and breathability are the key features in this SubQ Designs jacket,” continued Redli. “Combining outerwear with the convenience of an interior vest that contains your beacon, probe, shovel and ABS airbag all wrapped up into one produces one very efficient backcountry jacket.”
The Jackson Airbag Jacket features rugged construction, and the advanced support structure of the SubQ vest allows for minimal swing weight. The total weight of the system (jacket, vest, ABS airbag system) is 8 pounds, 11 ounces.
Other key features of the jacket include:
- Enlarged helmet-compatible hood with micro-adjustment points
- Oversized collar with microsuede chin guard
- Ergonomic powder skirt with three-point pant attachment
- 10,000mm/10,000mm waterproof breathability
- Elastic grip sleeve loop lock with adjustable cuff
- Two oversized chest pockets for skins
- Underarm two-way zipper ventilation
- Two internal stretch mesh pockets for goggles, phone, accessories
Key features of the pack and vest include:
- Ultra breathable antibacterial/antimicrobial lightweight mesh
- Easy access beacon pocket
- Hydration bladder sleeve with hanger
- Ski/snowboard carry straps with 4mm glove-friendly buckles
- Pack cover has expandable zip, tank-access specific zip
- Two airbags with 170 liters volume
- Better bearing surface thanks to double airbags
- ABS Vario-pack compatible
“We are thrilled to partner with SubQ Designs on this innovative product,” said Matti Schmidt, ABS director of sales and marketing, North America. “When paired with proper backcountry knowledge and experience, the Jackson Airbag provides a multipurpose and efficient backcountry product. In an emergency situation, the ABS Twinbags can help to stay on top of an avalanche.”
The new SubQ Designs website launched today and can be visited at https://www.subqdesigns.com. Pre-sale price is $1,299.00 and orders are being accepted starting today through December 31, 2015. Product will be available for shipment the first week of January 2016.
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