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Ditch the Plastic Shovel

Ditch the Plastic Shovel

| September 11, 2008 | 5 Comments

By the numbers, plastic shovels are supposedly as strong (or stronger) than steel and able to withstand incredibly low temperatures.  Their big selling points are that they are lighter and cheaper than metal.  The weight claims are a bit suspect as plastic shovels tend to be on the small side, which naturally makes them lighter, but […]

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A Shovel Named Desire

A Shovel Named Desire

| September 8, 2008 | 0 Comments

Avalanches shovels are a matter of personal choice and with so many out there, it is hard to go wrong.  The most important thing is to carry one – after that, if it works good, it is good.  I consider a well-made shovel to be a quality tool and am very particular about what I […]

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