Featuring a D-grip handle, oval/concave shaft, and a stomp edge on the blade, the Backcountry Access Dozer 2D is a sturdy and reliable midsize avalanche shovel to carry on those backcountry tours.
Features
Ovo-concave (oval concave radius) shaft with variable offset sliding surfaces
Extendable D-grip handle offers control and comfort, especially for those wearing mittens
Auto-engaging spring pins at the blade/shaft connection make for faster, hands-free assembly/deployment
Low-profile flat stomp edge on the blade helps you penetrate just about anything by adding body weight
Front third of the shovel blade offers a smooth surface for clean snowpit walls during snow stability tests
BCA shovels lie flat in your pack with no protruding ferrule or "neck," leaving more room for other backcountry gear
Meets the UIAA standard for avalanche rescue shovels