AVABAG LITRIC FREERIDE 18
Freeride backpacks
No longer available
€1,130.00
5 years warranty 
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€1,130.00
€1,130.00
THE FUTURE OF FREERIDING: LIGHTWEIGHT, VERSATILE, ELECTRONIC
Freeriding backpack with electronic LiTRIC avalanche airbag system
Highlights
- AVABAG LiTRIC airbag system: electronic, lightweight and reliable
- Back and features specially tailored to freeriding
- Versatile: compatible with all AVABAG LiTRIC FREERIDE and TOUR Zip attachments
The future of freeriding: The AVABAG LiTRIC FREERIDE 18 is an avalanche airbag backpack that has been specially designed for descents. From powder days near the piste to multi-day freeriding trips: Just one BASE can be used to attach various sizes of AVABAG LiTRIC FREERIDE and TOUR Zip attachments, each tailored to their intended use. The Zip is designed in such a way that, when combined, the base and the various packs merge to form a single unit.
The BASE of the AVABAG LiTRIC FREERIDE 18 comprises a back element and airbag system and thanks to the CLASP BACK SYSTEM – with soft back pads, wide, flexible hip belt and soft shoulder straps – sits extremely snugly against the back while allowing complete freedom of movement. It is compatible with the CLASP SPINE PROTECTOR (available separately).
And all of the stowaway bag’s features are exactly tailored to freeriding: Features such as ski, snowboard and ice axe fastenings as well as a helmet holder and quick access to the main compartment leave nothing to be desired. Emergency equipment can be secured in special material loops in the main compartment.
LiTRIC, the electronic airbag system, is lightweight, reliable and easy to use. The electronic system can be fully charged in approx. 25 minutes via USB-C and activation can be tested any number of times at no additional cost. The lack of a cartridge means: more space, no weighing necessary, no cartridge disposal, no travel limitations. The design is clever down to the smallest detail, supercapacitors are used instead of cartridges and the airbag is ultra-lightweight – making the system one of the lightest on the market. And the system is especially easy to use. From charging and the LED display, to the activation handle, to airbag packing and the leg loop: LiTRIC AVABAGS are absolutely intuitive to operate. One charge enables at least two activations. When switched ON its operation time is approx. 60 hours, which allows for multi-day tours with no need for recharging. Its operating temperature ranges from -30°C to +45°C.
All products in the AVABAG LiTRIC FREERIDE line are climate-neutral and PFC-free.
Registering the system on https://www.ortovox.com/service-hub will extend its warranty from two to five years.
Caution! Keep the polybag used for product packaging away from babies and children. This bag is not a toy! Choking hazard!
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Ideal Usage
- Zip On-System
- Release grip height adjustable
- Access to main compartment: front
- Safety equipment attachment
- Safety leg strap
- CLASP protector insert
- D-Skifix
- Snowboard and snowshoe holder
- 1 Ice axe and hiking pole loops
- Chest strap with signal whistle
- Helmet net
- Big hip belt
- Bright inside
- Hydration system compatible
- Emergency card
- Key holder
- Avalanche airbag
- CLASP protector pocket
- Diagonal ski fastening
- Side snowboard/snowshoes fastening
- 1 ice axe fixation
- Ski/trekking pole attachement
- Valuables compartment with key clip
ISPO Award Winner 2022
Syndicat National Guides de Montagne
reddot winner 2022 innovative product
PFC free
This product contains no environmentally harmful per- or polyfluorinated chemicals (PFCs).
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1 review
21 April 2025 22:57
I've been using the Freeride version of this avalanche pack almost exclusively for touring, and it's been excellent. It's incredibly lightweight, which makes a huge difference on both long ascents and shredding. It’s very stable on the descent— it rides close to the body and never feels awkward or loose. The padding on the back panel seems really well designed and stays comfortable even on long days with a heavy load (I use the 40L zip-on for camping). The materials are super burly and have held up really well so far. One important thing to be aware of is how the airbag system works. Specifically, how long it takes to charge the capacitors (which are required for airbag deployment) from the battery. That charge time can vary depending on when you last charged the battery and whether you've already charged the capacitors during that charge cycle. I recommend turning the bag on at least 30 minutes before you plan to need the airbag (easier said than done). Maybe just turn the bag on when you turn on your beacon. Once charged, I haven’t had issues with the capacitors staying ready. From what I've seen, the battery wants to be recharged every two capacitor charges, so if you're staying in a hut or yurt for a few days, plan to bring a power source. If you want to dig into the specifics, Ortovox has the user manual available here: https://www.ortovox.com/us-en/downloads Overall, this pack is a solid upgrade from anything I’ve used before—burly, thoughtfully designed, super comfortable, and incredibly light. I highly recommend it.
8 January 2025 11:46
Ich verwende den Litric jetzt seit einigen Wochen – sowohl fürs Freeriden als auch für Skitouren. Der Rucksack sitzt perfekt, ist super leicht, und das macht einen riesigen Unterschied im Vergleich zu früheren Airbags. Besonders praktisch finde ich, dass die Airbag-Einheit ganz oben im Rucksack untergebracht ist. Dadurch kann man sogar mit dem Rucksack am Rücken bequem am Sessellift sitzen. Für kürzere Splitboardtouren nehme ich immer den Freeride mit 18 Litern. Ich bekomme problemlos Trinken, Felle und Splitboard-Skistöcke hinein. Die Jacke hänge ich außen mit den praktischen Skistraps an. Ein super Setup für liftunterstütztes Skitouring – ein echter Game Changer, wie man so schön sagt!