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Voile Telepack Shovel
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The Voile Telepack Shovel features a T grip handle that is easy to get your hands on and makes for easier packing than D-grip handles. It also has a telescoping shaft that collapses to 27 inches and extends to 35 ¼ inches. The Voile Telepack shovel is perfect for snow study, building kickers or to digging your car out if need be.
Bottom Line: The Voile Telepack is one of the best T-grip shovels on the market.
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Solid
By:
Andy Traslin
September 20, 2010
My first snow shovel used it for years, still have it.But I use a different brand now.
Would this blade fit in the DaKine Heli Pro shovel pocket? I'm
Would this blade fit in the DaKine Heli Pro shovel pocket?
I'm trying to decide between the Voile Telepack T6 and Voile Mini TelePro Shovel T6. Any thoughts?
By: Jin
June 15, 2011
Hi Jin- Yes both will fit in the DaKine pack without issues... I prefer the Mini TelePro T6 because the scoop/shovel size is smaller/lighter and the handle is a D shape instead of a T handle (easier to hold with gloves). Go with the larger shovel scoop blades only if you need to move a lot of snow...
Telepack scoop=15x10in/38x25cm
TelePro scoop=13.5x10in/34x25cm
By: Dean Whitehead
August 1, 2011
Great Little Shovel
By:
mtn4017106
April 28, 2011
Unlike most people who probably buy this shovel for packing on trips or for avy-safety, etc., I purchased this shovel for everyday use. I have tendinitis in both hands so I need a lightweight shovel and this is perfect. The only reason I gave it a four instead of a five is because the bucket is very slick and sometimes when shoveling the snow flies off before I can throw it. I have gotten used to it now, so it doesn't bother me...Who would have ever thought someone would complain of the snow not sticking to the shovel???haha
Detached the handle is 27 in. That seems a little big to fit
Detached the handle is 27 in. That seems a little big to fit into a backpack. Has anyone had problems with that?
By: Luke Slominski
July 27, 2009
Great tool
By:
CrazyDrei
January 6, 2010
I work in the snow and this is the smallest shovel I will ever carry with me. It has saved a life in a 5' deep burial. There are smaller lighter and more manageable shovels out there however this one is the best all around tool. I have used it in New Hampshire to build quincies, snow caves in Tahoe, backcountry booters in the Wasatch, used it as a sled for an emergency 3,000' vertical descent in the Pacific Northwest even dug my car out after a sandboarding session in Mojave. It's beat up used more then I ever expected and still has plenty of life left in it. Oh yeah the telescoping T handle is more practical than the D handle for use and in-pack storage.
This shovel says it will shrink down to 24in. The blade is 15in. wide, so I would say sure, but that cramps up some room for anything else. You could strap it to the outside maybe. Those holes in bottom of the shovel, could use those for strapping.
By: Brian Vincent
May 4, 2009
Yes. You would have to collapse the shovel handle or take it off, but it would definitely fit into a 32L pack.
By: Bryan Vernetson
May 4, 2009
Solid shovel but curved neck an issue
By:
Aaron Clark
December 4, 2009
This shovel has served its purpose well. Its burly and relaiable but the neck has now become a problem. If you plan to place the shovel on the inside of your pack (truely the safest place as a avy slide would rip externally placed gear right off in an instant) then you may want to consider the G3. G3 is one of the very few who have removed the neck of the blade. For my BCA Stash pack the neck protrudes inward or outward and interferrs with other gear. Once I buy the G3 it will solve the problem but in the mean time I am always bothered by the inconvenience of the neck. See picture for example of problem
What is the difference with the T6/orange one verses the blue
What is the difference with the T6/orange one verses the blue and yellow? It has different holes in the blade? What does one size refer to? Thanks
By: jeremy
March 16, 2009
You can also run webbing through the holes and use the shovel as a deadman anchor for self rescue. Also the T6 has 6000 series tempered aluminum shovel head meant for heavy use.
By: rjinnes2390838
February 5, 2010
The holes in the blade are so you can run webbing through it and wear it independently instead of having to fold it up in a pack. One size refers to that all three colors have the same dimensions which are listed in the tech specs on the right side.
By: Andrew
March 16, 2009
diggin' this shovel
By:
Kate Atha
October 6, 2009
This shovel is durable and light for the price. The telescoping handle makes it easy to dig with and even easier to carry on your back or in your pack. The pre-drilled holes and slats in the grip make setting up webbing straps a piece of cake. The shovel has held up through drills, dog holes, snow pits, and deck projects. I've had a couple issues with the spring pins in the handle getting jammed a few times, but not where it hooks to the blade.
No it's a fake 15" blade. Of course it's real, why do you think they would say 15" if it wasn't?Because I have order a few different ones and they are not what they say they are.
By: Eric
February 8, 2009
gets the job done
By:
Daniel Zelazo
November 7, 2008
no complaints with this shovel for over a year. I think my next shovel might have a D-grip handle instead, as I feel those give you a little more shoveling power...but other than that its strong, light, and easy to pack.
Yes, the shaft is detachable as well as telescopic.
By: Aaron Roberts
January 27, 2009
One sturdy shovel
By:
live4it
March 29, 2006
Pit-tests, snow caves, kickers, and backcountry-shovel sledding runs hasn't "broke" it. Big blade, comfortable shovel, moves loads of fluff. Simple, beefy design.
Workhorse
By:
Evan Stevens
December 3, 2008
I love this shovel, dependable day after day. I prefer the t grip as it fits into my pack better-less overall length. The telescoping length makes pits and rescue much easier. Full size blade is great for these applications as well.
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T6/Orange, One Size (38.36)
Solid
My first snow shovel used it for years, still have it.But I use a different brand now. more...
Great Little Shovel
Unlike most people who probably buy this shovel for packing on trips or for avy-safety, etc., I purchased this shovel for everyday use. I have tendinitis more...
- Shaft Material:
- Metal
- Blade Material:
- Tempered, welded black powder-coated aluminum
- Length Attached:
- 27"-35 1/4" (extendable)
- Length Detached:
- 24"
- Blade Size:
- 15"
- Telescoping:
- Yes
- Saw Included:
- No
- Probe Included:
- No
- Recommended use:
- Avalanche Safety; moving a lot of snow
- Weight:
- 1lb 11oz
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- United States