Shovel Badger

The Ortovox Shovel Badger is a lightweight aluminium avalanche shovel designed for skiers, snowboarders and ski tourers who want reliable digging performance without unnecessary weight in their pack. The blade is constructed from aluminium and delivers a generous 2.5-litre volume, supported by a pronounced centre ridge and high side walls that provide full rigidity under load — ensuring the shovel performs efficiently even in dense, compacted avalanche debris where blade flex can cost critical time. The ergonomic hybrid grip handle maximises power transmission so diggers can work effectively regardless of fatigue or cold.

Non-slip grooves on the top edge of the blade provide traction for boot-assisted digging, allowing the user to apply bodyweight to drive the blade into hard snow. A centering aid in the shaft socket facilitates rapid, accurate assembly in the field, reducing the risk of fumbled assembly in an emergency. The Shovel Badger comes in Safety Blue — a high-visibility colour that makes the tool easy to locate quickly when needed.

Features:

• Lightweight aluminium construction — strong and durable without adding unnecessary weight to the touring pack
• 2.5-litre blade volume — generous capacity for efficient snow removal in avalanche debris
• Pronounced centre ridge and high side walls — full blade rigidity under load, prevents flex in compacted snow
• Ergonomic hybrid grip — maximises power transmission for efficient digging under fatigue
• Non-slip grooves on blade top edge — boot-assisted digging traction for driving the blade into hard snow
• Centering aid in shaft socket — fast and accurate assembly in emergency conditions
• Safety Blue colourway — high-visibility colour for quick location in the field

Specifications:

• Blade Volume: 2.5 litres
• Blade Material: Aluminium
• Gender: Unisex
• Colours: Safety Blue
• Sizes: OS (One Size)