Pieps Probe

The quick-closing latch is designed for reliability in cold environments, allowing you to snap the probe into place instantly without fumbling with complex mechanisms. It is built to lock securely even when wearing gloves.

Yes, 260 cm is the industry standard length for recreational and professional avalanche probes. It provides enough reach to locate victims buried at typical depths while remaining manageable and lightweight.

The broad cone tip is specifically engineered to help the probe penetrate hard, wind-packed, or debris-filled snow more easily. This reduces resistance when you are probing, helping you feel the difference between snow layers and a potential victim.

With a packed length of 42 cm, this probe fits easily inside most standard backcountry ski packs. Its six-section design keeps the folded profile short enough to stow vertically or horizontally without interfering with your other gear.

At 290 grams, this probe is quite lightweight. While carbon fiber probes can be slightly lighter, the aluminum alloy used here offers superior durability and stiffness, which is critical for maintaining precision when probing through dense snow.