Looking for avy gear? Sierra Trading Post has the Ortovox S1 on closeout for $244, G3 Avitech shovel for $35 and no name yellow shovel for $12 (after discount code). Use 35% off coupon code EB101111A (expires midnight MDT 10/13)--code includes free shipping on orders $100 or more.
Disclosure: the S1 will be replaced by an S1+ this fall, but it will retail for $450.