Work horse - Ortovox Kodiak Shovel

I have had this shovel for 3 seasons of use as a backcountry ski guide, avalanche educator and its done 4 trips up Denali. This thing is burly. I have personally broken other shovels before so to have one last through three seasons of abuse is awesome. I really like the "D" handle and the snow clearing "hoe mode" capabilities of this shovel. The large blade makes digging a study pit or a shelter super fast and easy. basically if you want to buy a shovel that will last you forever this is the one

I am a full time, year-round mountain guide and a member of the Ortovox North American team I received this gear to test and use.