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The Airbag Switch Mix Bundle (Ride 18 + Explore 30) from Arva is a modular airbag backpack designed to adapt to freeride and ski touring outings. It combines the compact RIDE 18 cover, with its 18-litre capacity, with the interchangeable EXPLORE 30 cover, which offers a 30-litre capacity to carry more equipment. The SWITCH system allows for changing configurations while retaining the same airbag base.
It features the REACTOR 2.0 airbag system, equipped with two independent 75-litre airbags. Removable and weighing 650 g, it has an ergonomic trigger handle and allows training without a cartridge. It operates without electronics or batteries.
The EXPLORE 30 cover notably includes a dedicated compartment for safety equipment, a front access to the main compartment, and a quick-access lower storage. Both configurations allow for diagonal or A-frame ski carrying and have attachments for two ice axes.
WARNING: the cartridge required for the airbag to function is not included.


Common features:
- 2 interchangeable covers: Ride 18 and Explore 30
- SWITCH FRAME REACTOR airbag base compatible with the modular SWITCH system
- Adjustable back length from 40 to 50 cm thanks to the 3D-FIT system
- Compatible with hydration systems
- Ambidextrous trigger handle
- Safety whistle
- TÜV GS certification and EN 16716 standard
Ride 18:
- Compact 18 L volume
- Compact cover designed for freeride
- Top main access
- External pocket for safety equipment with retention sleeves
- Large pocket for goggles and valuables
- Carrying system for two ice axes and skis diagonally or in A-Frame
- Compatible with snowboarding
- Integrated helmet holder
Explore 30:
- 30 L volume
- Cover designed for ski touring and freerando outings
- Front main access
- External pocket for safety equipment with retention sleeves
- Quick-access compartment for skins, crampons, gloves, or water bottle
- Internal pocket for keys and valuables
- Large pocket for goggles
- Carrying system for two ice axes and skis diagonally or in A-Frame
- Compatible with snowboarding
- Integrated helmet holder
Weight:
- Ride 18: 1,330 g without system, 1,970 g with system
- Explore 30: 1,240 g without system, 1,880 g with system
Composition:
- Cover linings: recycled polyester 150D
- Ride 18: recycled polyester 300D
- Explore 30: 100% recycled polyamide 420D and 630D
- SWITCH base: recycled polyamide 330D, recycled polyester 150D, and high-strength polyester 330D
| REACTOR 2.0 | Mechanical airbag system equipped with two independent 75 L airbags. Removable, it operates without electronics or battery and weighs 650 g. |
| SWITCH | Modular system allowing different covers to be paired with the same airbag base. |
| LOW PROFILE | Technology that optimises the integration of the airbags in the pack to reduce its volume, improve its balance, and allow carrying skis in A-Frame. |
