Life-Link Alpine Pro Shovel, 29 x 41-Inch Super strong, powder coated aluminum blade with central rib to increase strength/weight ratio Single pointed blade for better penetration through consolidated snow, with a robust, extendable, channeled aluminum shaft that deploys in seconds Up-turned sidewalls on the blade add strength, integrity and directional control Compact stow ability: T-grip, shaft all separate, allowing them to be packed in a minimum space, holes in blade for use with Life-Link Sling blade for ultra light yo-yo skiing. Weight: 38oz/793gm