Cold-Weather SAR Pack List

When you're heading out on a Search and Rescue mission, being well-prepared is crucial, especially as colder weather approaches. At Coast Ropes, we're your go-to for SAR gear and know-how. With our team's 25+ years of experience helping SAR pros, we've got you covered. Whether you're rescuing in the mountains, searching in the wilderness, or handling other SAR tasks, our selection of trusted gear ensures your safety and success.

We've put together a list of essential items for your cold-weather SAR kit:

ARIA 1 HEADLAMP

- Compact, durable, waterproof headlamp

- 350 lumens for powerful illumination

- Crucial for visibility and safety in low-light SAR operations

A reliable headlamp is crucial for maintaining visibility and safety during SAR operations in low light or dark conditions.

READY HEAT VEST

- Ideal for cold weather, maintains focus

- Versatile for various outdoor activities

- Essential for preventing hypothermia during extended missions

Keeping warm is essential for maintaining focus and preventing hypothermia during prolonged cold-weather missions.

READY HEAT 12 PANEL BLANKET

- Designed for shock and hypothermia treatment

- Warms to 100°F/37.8°C in 10 mins, stays warm for 6 hours

- Lightweight, comfortable lifesaver in cold-weather operations

Hypothermia treatment is vital during cold-weather operations, making this quick-heating blanket a lifesaver.

ACCESS SPIKE TRACTION DEVICE

- Versatile traction for snow and ice

- 14 stainless steel spikes for strength

- Ensures stability on winter SAR missions

Reliable traction on snow and ice is critical for navigating treacherous terrain during winter SAR missions.

PICK-OF-LIFE ICE AWLS

- Essential tools for self-rescue on ice

- 10 cm plastic handles, 2.5 cm picks

- 1.6 m reflective cord for visibility

Ice awls are essential tools for self-rescue and aiding others when dealing with icy conditions.

UST SEE-ME 2.0 STROBE LIGHT

- Activates automatically in water

- High visibility, 60 flashes per minute

- Crucial safety beacon on trails and in water

A personal locator light is indispensable for safety in cold water and low-visibility environments.

BILL'S BAG DRY BAG

- Heavy-duty, expandable dry bag

- Adjustable backpack harness

- Protects gear in cold, wet conditions

A dry bag keeps gear dry and protected in cold, wet conditions.

HYDROSKIN 0.5 HELMET LINER

- Provides warmth and comfort in cold, windy conditions

- Ideal for working in cold waters

- Additional comfort in chilly environments

Additional warmth and comfort provided by a helmet liner are needed when working in cold and windy environments.

TERMINATOR GLOVE

- Made for icy conditions

- 40-gram Thinsulate® and a fixed fleece lining

- Waterproof BD.dry™

A cold weather glove that doesn't sacrifice your ability to work with rope. Hasta la vista cold hands.

FOX 40 SAFETY WHISTLE

- Trusted choice for rescue pros

- Freeze-proof 3-chamber design

- Audible up to a mile away

In cold weather SAR missions, where sound carries effectively through crisp air, this whistle is invaluable for signaling rescuers.

These items, carefully selected for their effectiveness and reliability, will help ensure the safety and success of SAR teams in cold-weather environments. Stay safe!