Ortovox Kodiak Shovel

The UIAA Certified Ortovox Kodiak Shovel is a hard-wearing, durable avalanche shovel with an ergonomic D-grip as well as a unique clearing function.

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Ortovox Kodiak Avalanche Shovel

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The rigid, tempered aluminium blade on this shovel gives it a shovelling volume of 3.1 Liters, making it the largest of all the Ortovox shovels.

Unique to this shovel is its clearing function, whereby the head of the shovel reattaches at a 90-degree angle to function much like a hoe. This mode allows the user to clear a far greater volume of snow as it requires much less movement per shovel-full of snow.

The shovel's cutting edge is sharpened and its upper edge is equipped with non-slip ridges. The shaft is oval, allowing a far stronger grip, and has a telescopic, non-slip rubberized surface.

All of the Ortovox Avalanche Shovels are pack-friendly meaning you can stow your shovel in almost any Ski Backpack, All Ortovox Ski Backpacks come with a dedicated compartment for avalanche safety tools.

The D-grip is considered the most ergonomic grip and aids powerful shovelling of snow. The frictional connection between the shaft and blade is virtually indestructible, saving critical seconds when used to save your companion's life.

Combine this high end shovel with a High End Beacon and Probe, we recommend Ortovox Diract Voice & Ortovox Carbon 240 Probe.

Material Properties

Blade & Handle - AL 6061 T6 (hardened), anodized - The Strongest aluminium available – used in Ortovox high-end safety products for optimal balance between weight and rigidity.

Find out more in our Ortovox Shovels Material Glossary

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How to Shovel Correctly:

After reading the depth of the victim using the snow probe move downhill
Start digging a trench into the snow towards the victim.
The trench should be the same length as the depth of the victim
This is to allow space to clear previously dug snow.
If multiple shovelers are available then one person should be digging down at the point of the probe and the other people or person should be clearing snow out of the trench to allow room.
These roles should be rotated to keep shovelers fresh.