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Arva

Ski Trip Shovel

$150.00

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Description

The Arva Ski Trip Shovel is a telescopic avalanche shovel with a 2 mm anodised aluminium blade, an oval aluminium shaft and a T-grip handle. It comes apart into blade and shaft for the pack, goes together quickly with Arva's PIN LOCK, and extends so you can dig with a longer stroke.

Who it's for

Skiers and snowboarders who chase snow around the world and want one shovel that does everything: resort sidecountry in Hakuba, touring in the Southern Alps, a weekend on the Main Range. A shovel belongs in every pack in the party, next to the transceiver and probe, because digging is often the longest part of a rescue.

Digging in a rescue

The blade is strong and durable 2 mm anodised aluminium. The telescopic oval shaft extends for leverage when you are moving big blocks of snow, then collapses again for the pack.

Using it under pressure

PIN LOCK makes it quick and easy to put the blade and shaft together, and an ergonomic T-grip handle sits at the top of the shaft for digging and passing snow downhill. Put it together at home a few times before the season so the movement is automatic.

Certification and standards

The Ski Trip Shovel complies with the requirements of UIAA standard 156 for avalanche rescue shovels.

Looking after it

Dry the blade and shaft before packing them away after a tour, and check that the PIN LOCK engages cleanly and the telescopic shaft locks at full length before each trip.

Specifications
  • Material
    Anodised aluminium blade, 2.0 mm thick; oval aluminium telescopic shaft
  • Type
    Avalanche shovel, telescopic shaft, PIN LOCK assembly
  • Weight
    620g

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Additional Information
  • Telescopic oval aluminium shaft
  • 2 mm anodised aluminium blade
  • PIN LOCK: quick and easy blade-to-shaft assembly
  • Ergonomic T-grip handle
  • 620 g; complies with UIAA 156
  • Splits into blade and shaft for the pack

FAQ's

Is the Arva Ski Trip Shovel telescopic?
Yes. The Arva Ski Trip Shovel has a telescopic oval aluminium shaft that extends for a longer stroke and collapses again so the shovel packs down small.

How much does the Arva Ski Trip Shovel weigh?
The Arva Ski Trip Shovel weighs 620 g. That buys a strong, durable 2 mm anodised aluminium blade and a telescopic shaft.

Does the Arva Ski Trip Shovel meet the UIAA standard?
Yes. The Arva Ski Trip Shovel complies with the requirements of UIAA standard 156, the UIAA equipment standard for avalanche rescue shovels.

How does the Arva Ski Trip Shovel go together?
The Arva Ski Trip Shovel uses Arva's PIN LOCK system. PIN LOCK makes it quick and easy to put the blade and shaft together.

What is the Arva Ski Trip Shovel blade made from?
The Arva Ski Trip Shovel blade is anodised aluminium, 2 mm thick, and Arva describe it as strong and durable.

Is the Arva Ski Trip Shovel good for snowboarders?
Yes. Arva designed the Ski Trip Shovel for skiers and snowboarders alike. It splits into the blade and the collapsed shaft to fit a snowboard or ski touring pack.