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Black Diamond Deploy 3 Shovel
is a d-grip shovel handle essential? does a t-grip handle provide...
By rakesh patel
February 6, 2009
is a d-grip shovel handle essential? does a t-grip handle provide useful convenience?
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By Matthew Tabrys
Ranked #8 - Avalanche Safety
September 28, 2009
I find d-grip shovels easier to use and more comfortable. After a lot of shoveling, I feel like there is less hand fatigue with a d-grip than with at t-grip. It's probably just personal preference though, and like any other gear, you should test it out first, if you can.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
By Bryan Vernetson
Ranked #74 - Avalanche Safety
February 9, 2009
I have owned D and T grip shovels and don't notice a huge benefit from the d grip other than it is easier to grab.The different grip is based on what glove/mitten you wear. With a T-grip you can't use a mitten, at least with ease. All BD shovels have a ground out T-grip so you can use either mitten or glove.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Tech Specs:
- Shaft Material:
- 6000 Series aluminum
- Blade Material:
- 6000 Series aluminum
- Length Attached:
- 24.8in
- Length Detached (Handle):
- 17.3in (collapsed and connected)
- Blade Size:
- 14 x 8.5in
- Telescoping:
- Handle collapses into blade
- Weight:
- 1lb 4oz (565g)
- Recommended Use:
- Avalanche safety
- Warranty:
- 1 Year
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