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When you're moving through bear country, the thing you want on your hip is a deterrent that reaches out before an animal gets anywhere near you. The Dead Down Wind 70005 does exactly that, firing a dense cloud of 2% capsaicin and related capsaicinoids up to 40 feet. That 2% figure is the strongest concentration you'll find in bear deterrents, and the wide fog pattern means you don't have to be a dead shot under pressure. You put a wall of spray in the animal's path and let the cloud do the work.
This is the 14 oz canister, which is the larger size in the Defend lineup and gives you more spray to work with than the compact 8 oz version. More product means a longer total discharge, which matters if you're facing a bear that doesn't turn on the first burst or you simply spray too high in the heat of the moment. It's designed for quick one-handed operation, so you can pull it, flip the safety, and deploy without fumbling. Bears and mountain lions are both listed targets, so it covers the two big predators you're likely to run into out West and up North.
The best bear spray in the world does nothing buried in your pack. Keep this one on a belt or chest holster where your hand can find it in a second or two. Practice flipping the safety by feel before your trip so the motion is automatic. When the moment comes, aim slightly downward and into the animal's path rather than straight at it, since the cloud expands as it travels. Short, aimed bursts tend to be plenty when the spray is placed well.
Wind and rain can cut down on reach and effectiveness, so pay attention to which way the breeze is blowing and try to keep the animal downwind of you. Check the expiration stamp before every season, since the propellant loses pressure over time and a weak can won't throw the cloud as far. Treat it as a last-resort tool, not a replacement for making noise, staying alert, and giving wildlife plenty of room.
It's rated to reach up to 40 feet, which puts it right in line with the top deterrents on the market. That range lets you build a cloud of spray between you and an animal before it closes the distance. Keep in mind that wind and cold can shorten the effective reach, so factor conditions into how early you deploy.
The 70005 runs 2% capsaicin and related capsaicinoids, which is the strongest concentration used in bear deterrents. That potency is what makes it effective on large predators like bears and mountain lions. The wide fog pattern spreads that strength over a broad area so you don't need perfect aim.
Both use the same 2% formula and 40 ft range, but the 14 oz 70005 holds more product, giving you a longer total discharge. That extra capacity is handy if an animal doesn't turn on the first burst or you need to adjust your aim mid-encounter. The 8 oz version is lighter and more compact if packing weight is your priority.
Keep it somewhere your hand can reach in a second or two, like a belt or chest holster, rather than buried inside your pack. Practice flipping off the safety by feel before your trip so it becomes second nature. Check the expiration date before each season, since the propellant weakens over time and reduces range.
| UPC | 873881008133 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | 70005 |
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