With this combined snow shovel and spike, you can dig through the snow, reach the summit, and construct your snow cave. It is an essential piece of your safety gear when skiing in avalanche-prone areas—note that the spike does not meet the DIN EN 13089:2011-05 standard.
Who should use this set?
- If you enjoy touring and building your own snow caves
- Ideal for those in avalanche-prone areas; this set is part of your and your companion's rescue gear
What advantages come with the Ortovox Pro Alu III Shovel + Pocket Spike?
- Compact for easy packing
- Lightweight design
- Versatile - you can transform it from a shovel to a spike, and into a combined axe-shovel
Important considerations
- Educate yourself, make informed choices, and gather knowledge before setting out
- Test your equipment before heading out, including the mechanisms for assembly
Technical details of the Shovel
- Scoop capacity: 2.7 litres
- Weight: 770 grams
- Length when assembled: 84 cm
- Length when disassembled: 44 cm
- Blade dimensions: 29 x 22 x 5 cm
Technical details of the Spike