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Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel

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The flexible, lightweight SnowClaw Guide show shovel can be folded or rolled up to fit in or on any pack.

2 side handles make the Snow Claw Guide snow shovel an easily manageable tool
Incredibly tough high-impact copolymer is very flexible but transforms into a rigged tool by slightly squeezing the handles together in a "U" shape
Multi-functional design can also be used as a snow anchor, plate, sled or emergency splint
Material remains pliable and crack resistant to -20°F

Made in USA.

Item 650213

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Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel Customer Reviews

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Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel

4.6

(based on 9 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (9)
Rugged (4)
Comfortable (3)
Versatile (3)

Cons

Best Uses

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Feb

2013

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great digger

By Mountainman Sam

from Beulah, CO

About Me Do-It-Yourself

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Pros

Lightweight
Maneuverable

Cons

Best Uses

Back Country
On The Road

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

This is a great little shovel like thingy. First, it does have some limitations. If you're moving a lot of snow to make a large snow cave; this is not the best tool. If there was a real avalanche situation I would prefer a aluminum shovel with a handle to make the digging go quicker but this would be great if you thought that you're getting close to the person and didn't want to cause further harm by jabbing them with a metal shovel. If I need something to work in tight places such as inside the snow cave or under a truck that's buried up to its axels in hard pack snow, this is the tool I reach for (when it's not in my pack it rides behind the seat of my pickup). It also makes a great anchor point in snow if you need a tie point for guide lines for a tarp or are climbing a steep snow bank. Since it's somewhat flexible, you could (in theory) use it as a splint. It also makes a nice dry spot to sit in snow. I had a friend who used his as a impromptu rain hat when we got caught in an unusually warm winter trek (ran a strap from each handle and tied it under his chin, it worked pretty good). Over all a great multipurpose tool that doesn't add that much weight to your load. Well worth the relatively small amount of money they cost.

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Feb

2011

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

This thing saved my life.

By JimWest

from Seattle, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight
Rugged

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

I bought this to keep in my pack while skiing. Yesterday I was skiing through the trees at a local resort and fell. My ski came off and went towards the edge of a 60ft cliff and I ended up on the downhill side about 20 feet above the drop. I was in powder up to my armpits and would have no doubt slid over the side struggling to get back up to my trail if I did not have this tool to dig my way out. I'm buying one for everyone in my family that skis and will always carry one when I ski.

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Dec

2010

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Borrowed Claw

By Social_Dragonfly

from Murray, UT

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Lightweight
Rugged

Cons

Best Uses

Outdoor

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

I was driving a ski bus at Alta and noticed a lady, who obviously worked there, was stuck. She had this claw thing. I approached her and asked if she could use some help. She said that she tried digging out with the claw that her boyfriend had given her (she mentioned he was on the ski patrol). I instinctively borrowed it from her and dug out her front tire.(front wheel drive) A couple of other helping people persons had showed up and we pushed her the rest of the way out. ... I am sold, it was so easy to dig the icy snow out of the way... this is the same consistency you would find in an avalanche. Her boyfriend did her good.

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Sep

2010

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Novel

By Arlo Sinclair

from Santa Fe

About Me Avid Climber

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Flimsy

Best Uses

Finishing

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

All the previous reviewers say the same thing. They're right.

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Dec

2009

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

By Mtnbkr Scott

from Salt Lake City, Utah

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy to pack
Energy efficient
Lightweight
Rugged
Versatile

Cons

Not for ice-layers

Best Uses

Digging snow caves
Emergency splint

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

After using the SnowClaw for the past few years I've found it very useful during winter camping and touring. I carry both an aluminum shovel and the SnowClaw but for most situations the SnowClaw works best. For moving large amounts of snow as in snow cave building it allows me to use both hands working in same direction which saves energy making it easier than a shovel. It's perfect for shaping the ceiling and walls. Flexing the handles together make the tool rigid enough to dig through harder snow and icy chunks. However, ice layers require my shovel or ice axe. As a former Ski Patrol, I like how well it conforms to an emergency splint.

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Nov

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Buying more of this product

By Mtnbkr Scott

from Salt Lake City, Utah

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Pros

Comfortable
Highly Adjustable
Lightweight
Rugged

Cons

Not good for ice layers

Best Uses

Digging chunky snow

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

I just bought two Snow Claws, one as a replacement for myself and one for my wife. Lost my old one and found it indispensable. Used old one several time in various conditions including chunky hard packed snow from small slides. Worked well for digging snow caves. Never used in extreme conditions like solid ice or rock hard debris. Can't attest to it's performance there.

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Nov

2008

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Don't Leave Home Without It?

By Have Tarp, Will Travel

from Pacific Northwest

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Outdoor

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

I bought a few of these for winter camping and traveling last year. Everyone likes them as a great BACKUP tool that is lightweight and easy to carry; in particular, they are great for working inside a snow cave. Keep in mind, they are NOT a shovel substitute! (but they work MUCH BETTER than a snowshoe tail for digging!)

I recommend them as a personal piece of gear to back up a shovel or two in a party, and will start carrying them next to the chains in my truck.

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Sep

2007

(6 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Perfect for my needs

By KT

from Fort Collins, CO

About Me Intermediate ski tourer

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Pros

Compact
Lightweight
Versatile

Cons

Not for avalanche conditi

Best Uses

Moderate ski touring

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

This is just what I needed for moderate ski touring on trails with little avalanche danger. I wanted something like a shovel for emergency shelter making but was reluctant to buy a shovel. This will be perfect for making lunch shelters as well.

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Sep

2007

(6 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Nice product, no substitute for a shovel

By Chosspile

from Boulder, CO

About Me Avid Climber, Backcountry skier

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Pros

Fits in backpack easily
Lightweight
Versatile
Weather Resistant

Cons

Flimsy
Very little leverage

Best Uses

Light snow removal

Comments about Snow Claw Guide Snow Shovel:

This product is good for a lightweight snow mover, when a traditional shovel is not necessary. This is NOT a substitute for a metal shovel. If there is ANY danger of avalanche or heavy, compacted, hard snow then the Snow Claw will not do the job. Makes a good seat on snow in a pinch.

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