Gear Review
Backcountry Access Traverse EXT Shovel
Traverse EXT Shovel
By Patty Shenk
Ranked #61 - Avalanche Safety
April 28, 2005
This little lightweight shovel is great! I used it in an advanced avalanche awareness class in February. It packed well in my daypack, assembled easily, dug the snow pit with vigor. The curved angle of the shovel blade makes shovel tests a little difficult. But if the slab is going to avalanche, it will regardless of your shovel angle. I really like the lightness of it for the backcountry. I will use it often!!
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Tech Specs:
- Shaft Material:
- 6061 Series aluminum
- Blade Material:
- 6061 Series aluminum
- Extendable:
- Yes
- Assembled Length:
- 23.75-30.5in (60-77.5cm)
- Blade Size:
- 9 x 10in (23 x 25.5cm)
- Weight:
- 20oz (567g)
- Recommended Use:
- Avalanche rescue, digging snow pits
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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