Dozer 1T-UL Avalanche Shovel
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Dozer 1T-UL Avalanche Shovel
Tech Specs

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Best UseBackcountry Skiing
Blade ConstructionHeat-treated 7075 aluminum
Blade Size10.5 x 10 inches
Packed Length15.25 inches
Extended Length (in.)23.25 inches
Weight15.4 ounces
Description

A cored-out blade and thinner-walled 7075 aluminum make the Backcountry Access Dozer 1T-UL avalanche shovel an ultralight but reliable digging machine, ideal for the weight-conscious crowd.

Features
  • Ovo-concave (oval concave radius) shaft with variable offset sliding surfaces
  • Extendable T-grip handle
  • Auto-engaging spring pins at the blade/shaft connection make for faster, hands-free assembly/deployment
  • Cored-out blade and thinner-walled 7075 aluminum make this an ultralight digging machine
  • 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
  • Manufacturer offers a 3-year limited warranty