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looks kinda janky, like the shovel and probe would slip out on a rough trail or in a crash.
i personally went with the snow Pulse back air bag way better design... My two cents.
You have obviously not seen any of our videos, 'cause I know how crash! Trust me the shovel doesn't budge. My probe and probe bag have a loop that I run through the top strap to ensure that it doesn't come off.
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bwahahaha, you and me both, I put my shovel blade in the same way as skibreeze does and haven't had any problems, I put the handle inside the pack and my probes go inside the shovel handle. never had a problem yet.
I believe that the 15 is setup for internal storage of the shovel...its the only reason i got the Freeride pack.
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relentless rider
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Get a boss seat with shovel pocket,your prob will fit too..
Get a boss seat with shovel pocket,your prob will fit too..
you put the shovel and probe inside the freeride?
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sled-fiend
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I think he meant he would have gotten the 15L if the shovel went on the outside like the freeride.
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sled-fiend
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I wouldn't suggest that.
Much better having shovel/probe on your body in an emergency situation.
I wouldn't suggest that.
Exactly.
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Works great till you're separated from your sled.
Best idea is to get two shovels, one for the sled and another for the pack.
I put my gear inside the 15, I use the largest grain scoop I can find & it fits tight to the back, I might try the way skibreeze has his strapped on, but as stupid as he might-is, I'z even stoopider. I think I'll give it a try though, it would be nice to get the extra space.
I think that was EXACTLY what the OP was looking for...
I like the design as well...till you puncture one side.... oh yeah, there IS only one side on the snowpulse...uh oh!
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Snow Big Deal sells the Snowpulse and the ABS and after getting to look at one in person at the snowshow this past weekend I kinda wish I had went that route. The pack itself is a much nicer design for the snowmobiler. However I do like the ABS with the dual bags too. If you look into the Snowpulse I recommend the Himark version, little more storage and a nicer setup for your shovel.
I also really like the design of the Snowpulse's trigger system, nice and simple.
I carry a Black Diamond shovel inside my ABS 15(fits nice) and also carry a shovel on the sled itself. This way you don't have to take your pack off and loose your protection in case of a slide while digging out and you'll always have a shovel with you, even if separated from your sled. If you do mount a shovel on the outside, ensure that it won't contact the bags when they deploy. jmho 
Leg harness.
I really hope I never get in a situation where the pack gets ripped off me, cause I don't use the leg straps, just too constricting.