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2008 Dakine T Handle | Last Updated: 11/11/08
Gear Reviews>>Avalanche Gear>>Shovels>>Dakine T HandlePRODUCT SUMMARY
By powderjunky
THE GOOD
If you are actually interested in rescuing your ski partner from an avalanche, a metal blade (such as the Dakine T-Handle Shovel) is a great place to start. If you also might use your shovel to build a kicker, a snow cave or conduct snow stability tests, the T-Handle shovel is lightweight, medium sized and won't break your back.
The T-handle also has an extendable shaft for ease of shoveling.
THE BAD
The shaft is definitely slippery to hold with gloves. You might want to add some grip tape to it.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Dakine T-Handle Shovel is a good choice for those looking for a medium size shovel that can handle all types of snow and ice.
By powderjunky
THE GOOD
If you are actually interested in rescuing your ski partner from an avalanche, a metal blade (such as the Dakine T-Handle Shovel) is a great place to start. If you also might use your shovel to build a kicker, a snow cave or conduct snow stability tests, the T-Handle shovel is lightweight, medium sized and won't break your back.
The T-handle also has an extendable shaft for ease of shoveling.
THE BAD
The shaft is definitely slippery to hold with gloves. You might want to add some grip tape to it.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Dakine T-Handle Shovel is a good choice for those looking for a medium size shovel that can handle all types of snow and ice.
OUR ADVICE
AVG USER ADVICE
Solid
AVG USER ADVICE
Best in Test
| MITTEN TEST | 3/5, a bit slippery |
|---|---|
| DURABILITY | 5/5 |
| USABILITY | 4/5 |
Gear Reviews>>Avalanche Gear>>Shovels>>Dakine T Handle
PRODUCT SPECS
| AVG PRICE | $49.95 |
|---|---|
| SIZE | 27-35 inches |
| WEIGHT | 1.94 lbs [879 g] |
| BLADE MATERIAL | Aluminum |
| SHAFT MATERIAL | Aluminum |
| EXTENDABLE | Yes, 8 inches |
| WARRANTY | Lifetime |
SIMILAR PRODUCTS
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DEPLOY 3 SHOVEL | Solid | $60.00 |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOUR SHOVEL | Novelty | $45.00 |
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MINI T HANDLE | Novelty | $50.00 |
That's Our Opinion. What's Yours?
H. Kohan wrote on 11/11/08 at 11:25:20 am pst:
This shovel is actually made by Voile (in partnership with Dakine)... It's a great choice. Possibly stronger, although not as lightweight as the Black Diamond shovels.
Their Advice
Solid
Jason Hernan wrote on 11/11/08 at 5:43:37 pm pst:
I would much rather carry a little extra weight and have the solid metal of the dakine/voile shovel.
Their Advice
Best in Test
snowninja wrote on 11/12/08 at 08:38:45 am pst:
Are you going to review any of the Black Diamond shovels this year?
Their Advice
n/a
powderjunky wrote on 11/12/08 at 11:40:00 am pst:
@snowninja - yes, we currently reviewed the deploy 7 and plan on hopefully getting our hands on some more
Their Advice