The Ortovox Avavag LiTRIC Freeride 16S A is an avalanche airbag backpack that has been specially designed for descents. From powder days near the piste to multi-day freeriding trips.

 Comprising a back element and airbag system, the Avabag LiTRIC Freeride 16S has a specially designed shortened back system for smaller people. This is the smaller  back option - see below for sizing details.

Thanks to the Clasp Back System – with soft back pads, wide, flexible hip belt and soft shoulder straps the bag sits extremely snugly against the back while allowing complete freedom of movement.

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. 

Sizing

The size of your backback is important for your safety and comfort. That's why we have developed the backpacks in different sizes for different back lengths. This is a short size pack.

To determine the back length, use a measuring tape to measure yourself from the top of the hip bone up to the 7th cervical vertebra (it clearly protrudes).

The regular back system may be used for a back length from 42 cm to 50 cm.

The short back system may be used for a back length from 36 cm to 44 cm.