Ortovox Shovel Badger

THE HIGHTECH SUCCESSOR TO THE BEST SELLING AVALANCHE SHOVEL IN THE WORLD. The high-tech successor to the worlds best-selling avalanche shovel for professionals The best PRO ALU of all time. In this latest iteration of an ORTOVOX classic we’ve used the most innovative materials available and cutting edge production methods to achieve the best weight-to-rigidity ratio possible. Stabilization ribs and high sidewalls give the anodized blade rigidity, while the integrated shaft socket makes it easy to pack. With the new quick-lock, the blade and the fluted telescoping shaft can be put together in one motion. The new T-Grip Pro is revolutionary. It can be inserted for both right and left-handers – and also facilitates economical clearing. One hand grasps the long grip side, which serves as an ergonomic lever, while the other hand has maximum hold on the shaft’s rubber-coated grip zone.   PRODUCT FEATURES Rubberized grip zone Groove-shaped handle cross section Pack-friendly Compatible with Pocket Spike 90° clearing function PRO ALU III Rescue sled function Sharp, protected edge T-grip pro with flexible left and right-handed function Telescoping handle Non-slip step grooves Rapid locking without pressing a button   MATERIAL PROPERTIES AL 5052 (strain hardened), anodized AL 6061 T6 (hardened)   ARTICLE NUMBER: 21203 WEIGHT: 770 g WEIGHT (OZ): 1 lb. 12 oz. MATERIAL AL 5052 (strain hardened), anodized Handle: AL 6061 T6 (hardened)