UDAP 18CP Super Magnum Bear Spray
- 13.4 ounce canister, about 380 grams
- 35 feet listed spray distance
- 7 seconds of spray time
- 2.0 percent CRC formula
- 32 page bear safety tips booklet included
- Not allowed on commercial airlines
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A large-canister bear deterrent for hikers and campers in bear country. It cannot go on commercial airlines, so anyone flying to the trailhead has to buy it at the destination.
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ASIN: B001QGTZIU
Overview
Not a food storage container despite its category label, this is a pepper-based bear deterrent in a cylindrical canister. It deploys a high volume blast that forms a dense fog and covers a broad area quickly.
The maker describes this as the largest canister registered by the EPA, with a high spray volume and a hot formula. Its limits are travel and endurance: it cannot ride on a commercial flight, and the spray runs for only a few seconds.
Who it's for
Backcountry hikers and campers in bear territory are the target, since the canister is built around a wide fog and a long reach. Travelers boarding an airliner cannot pack it, and anyone shopping for a place to store food needs a different product.
Pros and cons
- Large canister size
- Long listed spray distance
- Hot pepper formula
- EPA registered product
- Cannot fly on commercial airlines
- Short spray duration
- Holster or mount not listed
Performance notes
Range and spray time decide how much distance and how many chances the user gets against a charging animal. A high volume discharge forms a dense fog rather than a thin stream, which covers more area in a short time. Wind direction and distance to the animal still control how much reaches the target.
Specifications
| Brand | UDAP |
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Frequently asked questions
Can the UDAP 18CP bear spray go on a plane?
No. The listing states that it cannot be taken on commercial airlines.
Is this a bear resistant food container?
No. Despite the category label, it is a bear deterrent spray and does not store food.