I tried the new ABS Avy Vest today. Really nice set up. It's got armor in it but not so much its bulky. It has the shovel and probe stored on the outside which is how I like it. Not a lot of room(18L) which is how I like my pack too. The lightest feeling Avy product I have tried. Give it a look before you buy. Kinda high priced at about $900 but I will spend for good safety gear. Putting my son in one. The ONLY thing I am concerned about is overheating but I always run hot.