Tough, reliable, and lightweight, the Snow Plume serves as the workhorse of Arva's line of avy shovels. From first time backcountry travelers to seasoned-experts looking to keep their kit simple and reliable, this shovel does the trick. Carbon fiber keeps the shaft light, a square-shaped aluminum blade gives those weary of plastic blades an option that doesn't boast the weight of an elephant.

• Carbon-fiber shaft brings bombproof reliability and strength to your shovel without weighing down your pack like other materials
• Anondized aluminum blade chops through icy crust and snowpack with ease and withstands your abusive ways
• T-grip handle gives you a secure grip when you're chopping or shoveling, and keeps the design simple and lightweight
• Holes in the blade provides points to thread a rope through to create a snow-anchor or makeshift litter in an emergency

Blade Material:

aluminum 

Shaft Material:

carbon fiber 

Assembled Length:

68 cm 

Packable Length:

46 cm 

Blade Dimensions:

23 x 23 cm 

Weight:

13.4 oz

Manufacturer Warranty:

5 years