Backcountry Access Traverse EXT Shovel

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The Traverse EXT Shovel is a snow shovel made by Backcountry Access. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Backcountry.com:
"The Backcountry Access Traverse EXT Shovel offers the backcountry enthusiast a lightweight aluminum digger that extends out to 30 inches and weighs in at a modest 21oz. The Traverse EXT's strong oval shaft is easy to grip with a gloved hand. The T-grip can be looped through and worn without a pack with user-supplied webbing or rope, and the 6000-series aluminum blade powers through set-up snow like it's feta cheese."

From REI:
"One of the lightest extendable-handle shovels on the mountain--Traverse is over 30 inches long and weighs less than a pound and a half! High-grade, 6061 aluminum with oversized, oval-shaped ferrule increases blade rigidity and strength. Oval-shaped tubes increase prying strength and provide an ergonomic fit for gloved hands, minimizing fatigue while digging. Streamlined design fits well on the back of your pack."

From US Outdoor Store:
"Description of Backcountry Access Traverse EXT ShovelBackcountry Access' stand-alone, strong & light extendable shovel. Features:Super-strong oval shaft T-grip Extendable only 6061-series aluminum blade with oval ferrule Collapsed length: 23.75in/60cm Extended length: 30.5in/77.5cm Weight: 21oz/598g Does not accommodate Companion Probe"

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The BCA Traverse EXT Shovel is the stand-alone strong & light extendable shovel. The BCA Traverse EXT Shovel Features: Super-strong oval shaft T-grip Extendable only 6061-series aluminum blade with oval ferrule Collapsed length: 23.75in/60cm Extended length: 30.5in/77.5cm Weight: 21oz/598g Does not accommodate Companion Probe"

User Reviews

Traverse EXT Shovel
Reviewed by Franc, Apr 11, 2009

"Very tough, lightweight and reliable shovel. It can freeze-up a bit during temperature changes but it's not too bad. The blade is just a bit too small for serious digging, but it's perfect for occasional use. I'm still happy with it after 5 winters."

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