Some time ago, I was thinking in general terms about the utensil that (fortunately) gets to spend most of our time in the backpack. But when things get serious, the probe is an indispensable piece of safety equipment. So, check your safety equipment regularly! Is the hauling rope still stable (nylon cord) or has the wire cable already cut into the probe sleeve (faster risk of breakage)?
Here are a few general thoughts on the probe in advance.
First encounter with the Mammut Carbon Probe 280 speed lock
Fast and intuitive operation, easy to tighten and loosen, even when wearing gloves, the probe makes a stable impression.
Description
The speed lock system has a newly developed locking system that guarantees fast and effective operation. The tension-resistant, durable tensioning cord ensures maximum stability of the tensioning system. The probe is quickly thrown on the ground, the individual elements fit together well when pulled and then comes the real "highlight" of the probe, the locking mechanism. The new speed lock system is really easy to use, the cord clicks into place in various steps until the probe is perfectly tensioned. The probe is lightweight and resistant to bending, which is particularly important in highly compressed avalanche snow.
