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BACKLINE Backpack Airbag Award 2022 – 1 out of 5 stars
BCA Float E2 35 – Tested model
Tested model

Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter · Test 2022

BCA Float E2 35

73.32 out of 100 points

1249.00 € RRP

BCAZu BCA

Quick verdict

This year, the Float E2-35 from BCA uses the Alpride E2 System. The attachment options are well-conceived and impressive, as are the pioneering ambidextrous mounting capabilities and height adjustment for the trigger.

Test strengths

  • Attachment: 21/25 points
  • Access: 20.45/25 points
  • Carrying comfort: 17.2/25 points

Relatively lower scores

  • Weight score: 14.67/25 points
Total points
73.32 / 100
Weight
2,792 g
RRP
1,249 €
BACKLINE stars

Test year 2022 · St. Anton am Arlberg

Verdict

This year, the Float E2-35 from BCA uses the Alpride E2 System. The attachment options are well-conceived and impressive, as are the pioneering ambidextrous mounting capabilities and height adjustment for the trigger. The high price dampens the positive overall impression.

Detailed test scores

BACKLINE awards up to 25 points in each of the four test categories, adding up to a maximum of 100 total points. A star marks a top result in that category.

CriterionPoints (max 25)Star
Weight14.67 / 25
Attachment options21.00 / 25
Carrying comfort & handling17.20 / 25
Access to shovel & probe20.45 / 25
Total points73.32 / 100
RRP / point17.04 € / point

Total stars:1 / 6

Specifications

Test class
Airbag Rucksäcke ab 25 Liter
Test year
2022
Sizes
S/M, M/L
Pack volume
35 l
Airbag volume
162 l
Airbag system
Alpride E2
Airbag colour
orange
Airbag removable
möglich
Cartridge
ohne
Remote release
nicht möglich
Trigger mount
beidseitig
Fit adjustment
beidseitig
Hip belt loops
ja
Hip belt pocket
ja
Hydration port
ja
Weight (measured)
2792 g
RRP
1249.00 €
Euro per point
17.04 €

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