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Ortovox Orange Avalanche Shovel

Item #ORT0016 | 16 in Stock
5 Star Rating

light weight, gets the job done

By Backcountry.com Employee February 17, 2009

I disagree with all these guys. I like this ortovox shovel. It's super light weight yet has decent extension. Metal blades are nice if you're shoveling out your car but they're heavy in your pack... and this fits perfectly in my 1200 cu in dakine pack (handle goes on the side, blade in the front pocket, badabing).

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By: April 12, 2010

Metal blades are also nice if your shoveling through avalanche debris. We'll trade shovels at the trailhead so you can actually dig me out.

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Tech Specs:

Blade Material:
Strong plastic 
Length Attached:
70cm 
Blade Size:
30 x 23 x 5cm 
Telescoping:
Yes 
Saw Included:
No 
Probe Included:
No 
Recommended Use:
Avalanche rescue 
Weight:
580g 
Warranty:
5 years 
Country of Origin:
China 

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