Cork 12L Ultralight Avalanche Airbag
Built For Freeride World Tour Athletes
What is the Freeride World Tour?
International event
Top 50 male and female skiers and snowboarders compete
Ride down the gnarliest, steepest, and most extreme terrain
The Ultimate Goal
Win the Bec De Rosses final competition with international fame, thousands of prize money, and sponsorship opportunities.
Athlete Insights
“I want mine to be the least noticeable [pack/vest], so not sliding around and not bulky, for competitions. ”
Katie Anderson (Freeride World Tour Athlete)
“It’s always too big and heavy, I don’t feel free of movement. I wish I had a mini backpack”
Manon Loschi (Freeride World Tour Athlete)
“The straps of my current pack are too stiff and get in my way when I try to turn my head.”
Holden Samuels (Freeride World Tour Athlete)
With an overwhelming call for design intervention…
How can we develop a line of Freeride World Tour snow safety equipment that provides athletes with the best visibility, prevents airbag pre-releases, and is lighter than competitors.
Prototyping
R.A.P. Development
Ideated through a series of closures to ensure the airbag can deploy properly in all environments
No zipper required
Solves industry-wide issue of airbag pre-releasing
Utilizes Black Diamond JetForce inflation system with a custom airbag shape
