Gear Review
Black Diamond Deploy 3 Shovel
Great Shovel
By Courtney Dean
Ranked #44 - Shovels
October 18, 2011
Easy to pack, easy to deploy, light enough to manage and burly enough to work. That about sums it up.
The curved shape of the shovel and retracting handle makes it fit in a backpack easily as it conforms to the shape of the pocket.
The retractable handle deploys quickly and easily with gloves on.
It's not too big or too heavy to make one miserable on the up
It's hard and solid so it'll dig your test pit, snow cave or our buddy out reliably and efficiently.
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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 and survival
- Warranty:
- 1 Year
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