Deploy Shovel Aluminum Backcountry Safety Gear

Deploy 7

By Dingoling

from Tampa on 11/26/2008

Pros:

Easy To Set Up, Rugged

Cons:

Bulky

Best Uses:

Back Country

Describe Yourself:

Competitive Athlete

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Black Diamond Deploy Shovel:

As stated in previous reviews, the extra width of the shovel isn't really needed, I found the Black diamond transfer 3 would of been more suitable for my needs. Hard to stow in shovel straps on my pack with snowshoes & poles

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Compact and Ready

By Hiker

from Saratoga Springs, NY on 2/1/2008

Pros:

Easy To Set Up, Rugged, Stable

Best Uses:

Back Country, Extreme Conditions

Describe Yourself:

Advanced

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Black Diamond Deploy Shovel:

Compact and ready to use when you need it for safety and a great winter camp item.

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It definitely makes the cut.

By Justin

from Mountain View, CA on 1/21/2008

Pros:

Easy To Set Up, Lightweight, Rugged, Solid Grip, Stable

Cons:

Like other models, Shaft doesn't extend 2x

Best Uses:

Building Shelters, Cutting Snow Blocks, Moving lots of snow quickly

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Black Diamond Deploy Shovel:

I use this shovel regularly to plow through massive quantities of snow in the Sierra. The handle pops into my ice axe loops on both of my packs for extended travel. I have stopped bringing any sort of shelter with me knowing I can quickly build anything from an igloo to a snow grave. The construction seems pretty durable and the blade routinely gets abused breaking up ice, hard snow, and once even cutting downed tree limbs. Note - convince your buddies to buy one too so you aren't the only one doing the work.

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I recomend this product

By Carl

from Budd Lake, NJ on 12/29/2006

Pros:

Easy To Set Up, Lightweight, Rugged, Stable

Best Uses:

Back Country, Extreme Conditions

Comments about Black Diamond Deploy Shovel:

With this winter being VERY mild, I haven't had a chance to put it to the test. However, I've had enough snow experience (U.S. Army Special Forces) to recognize quality equipment.

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