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It's looking like we're going to need a shovel next weekend - or at least be wise to bring one. Any tips on where to get a lightweight shovel?
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what is needed? a snow shovel for snow, or a more durable shovel for hard pack? makes a big difference.
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Give Kastle a call at Elevation in Lone Pine. I'm not sure if she rents the shovels, too.
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Thanks everyone.
h_lankford, you make a good point. Looking for something to do the job in an emergency that doesn't weigh 20#. Here at the SoCal beaches there isn't a variety to choose from - heck, can't even find one!
Think I'll give Kastle a call and see what's available for rent.
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I like what they have available at Overstock, LumberJack - unlikely I can get it shipped here before Thurs morning, though, when we head out. Thanks for the help!
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Hey HB local  Try this shovel Black Diamond Deploy 7 I bought one a couple of months ago and used it snow camping in Little Lakes Valley 2 weeks ago. It worked great for digging and leveling our tent platform. It's durable, compact, easy to carry, and weighs 25 oz. Stacy 
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Hey!  Where did you find a shovel in HB? What was the cost? Thanks for the tip!
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Hey! Where did you find a shovel in HB? What was the cost? Thanks for the tip! Martini, I live Lawndale. There is a Surplus Store in Gardena that sells an aluminum shovel that the head comes off. Here is the website… http://www.majorsurplus.com/ContactUs.aspxI don’t see this shovel online, but it is in the store. It’s the same colors as the one pictured in this thread. Not sure of the price. Hope that helps, John
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I ordered it from Backcountry. I've seen it at REI Santa Ana. Call and ask if they have it in stock. I paid $62 + tax and shipping.
John
The handle stays with this one. It slides down into the blade for one compact unit.
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The one I saw may have done the same thing. It all stayed together somehow and it weighed practically nothing. I didn't look at the price but I bet it's lower than REI. The link I put up goes to the "contact us" section of the website. I would call and ask for a price and/or how the top functions.
Surplus stores are hit and miss on prices. Some things I get there for a great price, others I pass and get elsewhere cheaper.
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Thanks SoCalJohn- called and they have one for $19.95. It's Lifeline Sports Utility Shovel, 1.4 lbs. Going to head over and check it out. I did like the Backcountry one, too, but if this one is as sturdy, why pay the $65?
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With this thread in mind, I just picked up a Snow Claw. Not as tough as a proper shovel, but lighter and sufficient for levelling a campsite or digging an emergency shelter.
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That Lifeline shovel looks a lot like one I saw in Walmart, I'm pretty sure it's the same one.
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Yea, I saw it online at Walmart for just under $30 - I snagged it for $20! Yeehaw, and thanks to SoCalJohn for hooking me up!
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No prob Martini!! I'm looking forward to your trip report. I'm going up in two weeks!! Can't wait 
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