Gadget site Gizmodo had an article today on an interesting new tool for backcountry rescue. The concept design is of a backpack that converts into an inflatable sled that can be used to pull someone to safety.
The device is known has the Firun, and it’s easy to see how this could become standard issue for future mountain rescue teams. At this point, it’s just a design, but it’s very well done and holds a lot of promise. Coming to an REI store near you in time for Winter 2009 no doubt.
Kraig is an outdoor and adventure travel writer based in Nashville, TN. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to numerous online and print outlets, including Popular Mechanics, Gear Junkie, Outside Online, National Geographic, Digital Trends, Business Insider, TripSavvy, about.com, and of course The Adventure Blog.
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