Delivering the ultimate in backcountry versatility, the Operator shovel is built of tough, hard-anodized aluminum and engineered for maximum shovel efficiency. It features our larger packable blade, an extendable shaft, and steep sidewalls to serve mountaineers and backcountry travelers in constructing basecamps to excavating professional snow pits. Unrelenting strength combines with smart ergonomics to help you dig with greater force and less fatigue when speed counts in a rescue.

Features

Strong: 6061-T6 hard-anodized, lightweight aluminum with TIG-welded blade/shaft interface, and neckless blade design for maximum durability.
Aggressive: Blade’s traditional flat chopping face delivers a stable strike, while its serrated leading edge breaks up snow and ice.
Fast Deployment: Two-section, non-rotational telescoping shaft and fast lockpin provide rapid, hassle-free deployment.
Ergonomic: Meticulously engineered handles optimize comfort, control and leverage with all glove types to minimize hand fatigue.
Versatile: Shaft’s upper section fits equally well into the blade, allowing you to choose the shovel length you need. Blade’s flat back shaves smooth snow pit walls or offers a platform for stoves.

Style: T-handle
Color: Red
Weight: 1 lbs 8 oz
Width: 10 in
Length: 33 in
Collapsed length: 25 in
Material: Aluminum

AviTech Shovel

$69.00

The award-winning AviTECH shovel continues to set the standard for industry professionals and backcountry recreationalists. The AviTECH remains the choice for those who want a reliable and extremely durable shovel for any backcountry emergency, as well as an easy-to-use tool for all snow study needs. Available as powerful D-grip or lightweight T-grip handle.

Maximum strength - TIG welded tube joining blade and shovel shaft
Flat blade surface for snow study use
Telescoping shaft
Slotted blade for rescue sled construction

Tech Specs

Material: 6061 T6 aluminum blade, tig weld
Packed Length: 46cm / 18in
Blade Width: 24cm / 9.5in
Blade Length: 26.5cm / 10.5in
Weight: 730g / 26.0oz