Backcountry Access Companion System Shovel/Probe |
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$89.90
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| The BCA Companion System is comprised of a remarkably lightweight shovel (either extendable or fixed) and a compact probe. The shovel blade is made from high-grade aluminum and the shaft has an oval shape to increase its prying strength and to fit ergonomically in a gloved hand. The probe, 6' (1.8m) extendable, fits inside the shovel shaft for efficient storage and packing. The whole thing weighs a paltry 1lb 14oz with fixed shovel and 2lbs 4oz with extendable. |
Backcountry Access Companion System Shovel/Probe |
Bottom Line: Like to tour light? Make this shovel-probe combo your winter companion. |
Reviews:
BCA Shovel W/Extension
I bought the telescopic model and couldn't be more pleased. A durable shovel and the fact that the probe is always handy are great features.REM7600 in Idaho
The Best
What can I say, the BCA Companion system rocks! Integration with the excellent probe and the option of bringing along the extension handle are great features. Once again, BCA offers the highest quality product at a fair price.
Backcountry Access Companion System Shovel/Probe
Excellent shovel and probe. The lightest and strongest on the market.
Perfect all-in-one
I struggle to think of anything bad to say about this shovel/probe combo. It's small, light, and robust. I love the fact that the probe is stored within the shaft: it protects the probe, and is one less critical item to forget when packing for the backcountry.Some hard-core ski patrollers or gnarly old-school mountain men might complain that the probe is too short. But frankly, if it's small and light, I'm more likely to leave it in my pack, and there's no better argument than that.(I make the same case for LED headlamps, that some old crusties claim are insufficiently bright.)
Nice Shovel
The BCA Companion shovel is a great shovel for those who venture off-piste, but are not backcountry warriors. The shovel is nice and light but way too small for serious digging. The probe in the handle is a nice feature, but would take ridiculously too long in an emergency to take out. Overall a great shovel for those who only venture away from the front side once-in-a-while.
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