HAT & ICE: Building Confidence and Smarter Off-Piste Skiing!

HAT & ICE: Building Confidence and Smarter Off-Piste Skiing!

Continuing over 20 years of collaboration in Val d’Isère, helping the next generation of ski instructors enjoy the mountains with greater awareness and confidence. We’re delighted to be continuing our long-standing partnership with ICE (International...
Avalanche transceivers interference: phones, watches, gloves, socks…

Avalanche transceivers interference: phones, watches, gloves, socks…

At HAT we very often get asked about phone interference with avalanche transceivers. Indeed, as recent research shows, it’s not just phones — a surprising range of electronic devices can interfere with your beacon. In a real rescue, avoiding this interference can mean...
Avalanche Airbag Backpacks : Should I wear one?

Avalanche Airbag Backpacks : Should I wear one?

Are Avalanche Airbag Backpacks Worth It? This is one of our most frequently asked questions at HAT. This piece is intended as an introduction to a larger series that we’ll be publishing this autumn. Our goal is to explore airbag backpacks from several different...