G3 AviTECH D-Grip

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The AviTECH D-Grip is a snow shovel made by G3. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Oregon Mountain Community:
"A staff favorite! The G3 AviTECH brings shovel technology up to date. Innovative, light, durable and reliable, this aluminum shovel will not bend or crack when called upon to perform in the most strenuous rescue conditions. The G3 AviTech Shovel TIG welded and heat treated, premium 6061 T6 aluminum blade Rescue ready webbing slots for sled configuration 3 in 1 configuration possibilities Powerful D-grip handle uses common ice axe loops for secure attachment Unique stash compartment built into handle COLOR : Red Blade / Silver Anodized Shaft / Red HandleLENGTH :22.5in / 57cm - ultra light / mini-mode 25.5in / 65cm - compressed mode 34in / 86cm - telescoping mode"

From US Outdoor Store:
"Description of G3 Genuine Guide Gear AviTech Backcountry Shovel D GripInnovative, light, strong and extremely durable the G3 AviTECH Shovel is designed for backcountry travelers and industry professionals. Heat treating the aluminum connector tube and blade after TIG welding relieves residual stresses and produces a stronger shaft to blade interface.The AviTECH shovel is easily adapted to the day’s anticipated use by selecting from the 3 in 1 configuration. Features:Premium post-production heat treated 6061 T6 aluminum bladeTIG welded connector tube for maximum strengthSlotted blade for rescue sled constructionPowerful D-Grip handle uses common ice axe loops for secure attachmentUnique dry-stash compartment built into handleWEIGHT 670g / 24oz (D-grip) Packed Length: Collapsed 57cm / 22inBlade Width: 20.5cm / 8in Blade Length: 25cm / 10in"

From Backcountry.com:
"The G3 AviTECH shovel brings shovel technology up to date. G3 has re-engineered the reliable aluminum shovel design to create an innovative, light, strong, more durable shovel for backcountry travelers and industry professionals. Heat treating the technical aluminum connector tube and blade after TIG welding relieves residual stresses and produces a stronger shaft to blade interface. The AviTECH shovel is easily adapted to the day's anticipated use by selecting from the 3 in 1 configuration. The powerful D-grip handle has stash pocket and a unique ice axe loop attachment. Vendor"

From CampSaver.com:
"The G3 AviTECH brings shovel technology up to date. Innovative, light, durable and reliable, this aluminum shovel will not bend or crack when called upon to perform in the most strenuous rescue conditions. With 3 in 1 possible configurations, you wont ne"

User Reviews

AviTECH D-Grip
Reviewed by Bernie Fanelli, May 15, 2007

"Very strong and nice looking. It sculpts pits really well too. The thing I don't like about it is the pop clip on the underside of the shovel, digging a buddy out and having that jam open with some ice... BAD NEWS MAN! And the "Dry Safety Compartment" is too small to fit any kind of "Safety" gear in.

Overall it's one of the best shovels out there."

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