Counter Assault Bear Deterrent 371488
- 8.1 ounce canister
- 30 feet and **7.2 seconds** of spray for this size, per description
- 2 percent capsaicin, hottest formula the EPA allows
- Glow-in-the-dark safety tie
- 8.8 ounces item weight
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A mid-size bear deterrent spray with the hottest formula the EPA allows, aimed at hikers and campers. Reach figures differ between fields, so confirm the canister size and range before relying on it.
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ASIN: B009FG9ROAModel: 371488
Overview
Backcountry visitors get a capsaicin bear deterrent in a compact canister, with a bright safety tie that glows in the dark. It is a spray for personal protection, not a food container, despite its category label.
Formula strength is the selling point here. The range in the specification field disagrees with the description, and nothing confirms a holster in the base package.
Who it's for
Day hikers and campers who want a spray at hand in bear territory. Anyone shopping for a food storage canister should note the category label is wrong, and buyers who need one clear range figure should know it is listed two ways.
Pros and cons
- Hot capsaicin formula
- Glow-in-the-dark safety tie
- Sealed blister pack on holster versions
- Spray time and distance stated
- Range differs between fields
- Holster not clearly included
- Not a food container
Performance notes
How long the spray lasts and how far it reaches are the numbers that matter in an encounter, and the description states both. Capsaicin strength drives the effect on the animal, and the formula is described as the hottest the EPA allows. Wind and discharge angle change how much reaches the target.
Specifications
| Brand | Counter Assault |
|---|---|
| Model | 371488 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Counter Assault bear deterrent a food container?
No. Despite the category label, it is a bear deterrent spray.
What is the safety tie on the Counter Assault spray?
The listing describes a glow-in-the-dark safety tie and gives no further detail.