BCA Products

Tracker Beacons
Float 30 Avalanche Airbag
Shovels
Probes
Stash Packs
Climbing Skins
Alpine Trekker
Snow Study Tools

Shovels

Traverse EXT
Tour/Tour System
Companion/Companion EXT
Arsenal with 240cm Probe
Arsenal with 35cm Saw
Chugach EXT

Shovel Information

Product Reviews

Strategic Shoveling
Shoveling might sound elementary but it`s the next frontier in decreasing avalanche rescue times. Shoveling takes the majority of time in avalanche rescue. For information on how to organize and excavate efficiently, download this handout.

The excavation process is the true crux of every avalanche rescue. Time lost or gained can directly determine life versus death. At BCA, we have developed both the technology and the training necessary to get the job done better. Based on a foundation of bombproof aluminum and a rigid oval shaft, we’ve created the most efficient human powered digging device known to man. Our off–the–charts strength–to–weight ratio ensures you waste no valuable seconds when a life is a stake.

Traverse EXT extendable handle small blade compact and light view product detail Tour fixed–length handle small blade compact and light Tour Systems extendable or fixed–length handle integrated Tour Probe view product detail Companion Companion EXT extendable or fixed–length handle large blade educational graphics view product detail   Arsenal with 240cm Probe fixed–length handle small or large blade the ultimate shovel/probe combination view product detail Arsenal with 35cm Saw extendable or fixed–length handle small or large blade integrated 35cm saw view product detail Chugach EXT extendable handle large blade our largest shovel view product detail