Salewa Scratch SL Snow Shovel, Yellow

The Salewa Scratch SL Snow Shovel in vibrant yellow is a top - notch tool for avalanche situations. It's incredibly strong yet light, offering reliability and high functionality. The Scratch T blade is a game - changer, easily slicing through the toughest avalanche snow. With its lightweight build and compact design, it's the perfect choice for those aiming to reach high altitudes. This new aluminium shovel features an extra - sharp and extra - large blade crafted from highly rigid tempered aluminium, allowing it to penetrate the hardest snow with minimal resistance. The ergonomic Progrip telescopic shaft comes with a sanded - print grip zone and a T - grip, ensuring a secure hold during use. Specifications: Packing Size is 39 x 20 cm, maximum shaft length is 79 cm, the shovel blade measures 28 x 20 cm, and it weighs only 560 g. It's made from Alu 5052 T6 material.

Using this Salewa snow shovel is straightforward. First, extend the telescopic shaft to its full 79 - cm length. Hold the T - grip firmly with one hand and place your other hand on the sanded - print grip zone for better control. When you encounter hard snow, use the sharp blade to break through it. Remember, this shovel is mainly for avalanche snow and light snow - clearing tasks. Don't use it to dig through ice or other extremely hard materials as it may damage the blade. After each use, clean the shovel with a damp cloth. Store it in a dry place to prevent the aluminium from rusting. Keep it out of reach of children when not in use.