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Arva

Plume TS Shovel

$212.70

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Description

The Arva Plume TS is the telescopic version of Arva's Plume shovel: a compact 1.5 mm anodised aluminium blade on an oval shaft that extends from 62 to 76 cm. It comes apart into blade and shaft for the pack, goes together quickly with PIN LOCK, and extends when you need leverage.

Who it's for

Ski tourers and splitboarders who want a light shovel without giving up a telescopic shaft, for long days on the Main Range, spring traverses in the Victorian high country and bigger trips to New Zealand and Japan. A shovel belongs in every pack in the party, next to the transceiver and probe.

Digging in a rescue

The blade measures 25 by 21 cm, including the joint to the shaft, and is 1.5 mm anodised aluminium, part of the extremely lightweight, compact blade Arva fit to the Plume TS. The oval shaft runs out to 76 cm for a longer stroke, then collapses to 45 cm when you pack it away.

Using it under pressure

PIN LOCK makes it quick and easy to put the blade and shaft together, and an ergonomic T-grip handle sits at the top of the shaft for digging and passing snow downhill. Assemble it at home a few times before the season so the movement is automatic.

Looking after it

Dry the blade and shaft before packing them away after a tour, and check that PIN LOCK engages cleanly and the telescopic shaft locks at full length before each trip.

Specifications
  • Material
    Anodised aluminium blade, 1.5 mm thick; oval aluminium telescopic shaft
  • Type
    Avalanche shovel, telescopic shaft, PIN LOCK assembly
  • Weight
    490g
  • Minimum Length
    62 cm
  • Maximum Length
    76 cm
  • Blade Width
    21 cm
  • Blade Length
    25 cm (including blade-to-shaft connection)
  • Shaft length
    45 cm (oval shaft, collapsed)

Sizing Guide

Additional Information
  • Telescopic shaft: 62 cm minimum, 76 cm maximum
  • Oval aluminium shaft, 45 cm collapsed
  • Compact blade 25 x 21 cm, 1.5 mm anodised aluminium
  • PIN LOCK: quick and easy blade-to-shaft assembly
  • Ergonomic T-grip handle

FAQ's

How long is the Arva Plume TS shovel?
The Arva Plume TS shovel has a telescopic shaft that extends from 62 cm to 76 cm. The oval aluminium shaft collapses to 45 cm, so the shovel packs neatly into a touring pack.

How big is the Arva Plume TS blade?
The Arva Plume TS blade measures 25 cm long and 21 cm wide, including the joint to the shaft, and is 1.5 mm anodised aluminium.

How does the Arva Plume TS shovel go together?
The Arva Plume TS shovel uses Arva's PIN LOCK system, which makes it quick and easy to put the blade and shaft together.

What is the difference between the Arva Plume and the Plume TS?
The Arva Plume TS is the telescopic version of the Plume. It pairs a compact anodised aluminium blade with a shaft that extends from 62 to 76 cm for extra leverage.

Is the Arva Plume TS good for ski touring?
Yes. The Arva Plume TS pairs Arva's extremely lightweight, compact 1.5 mm aluminium blade with a telescopic shaft, a light combination for ski tourers and splitboarders who carry their shovel all day.