Black Diamond Evac 9 Shovel

Black Diamonds top-of-the-line UIAA certified shovel built for professional use, the Evac 9 features a unique handle that can be set up in either standard shovel and hoe mode for digging test pits or rapid snow removal.
With a large blade that moves lots of snow quickly and a flat bottom profile that allows you to get a good clean face on your pit wall, the Evac 9 boasts an extendable shaft for ultimate packability and a large D handle to increase comfort for long days or digging in an emergency.

**Features**

- Updated telescoping shaft eliminates jamming

- Durable anodized blade

- Shovel converts easily into hoe mode from the same attachment point for snow removal and excavation

- Lead ins on blade allow rapid assembly and swapping of modes

- Compact D-handle with comfortable dual-density grip

- Evac 9 has larger blade volume and longer handle for professional use

- UIAA certified

**Technical Specifications**

- Collapsed Length - 71 cm (28 in)

- Length - 97 cm (38.2 in)

- Weight - 910 g (2.01 lbs)

- Blade Volume - 850 cm² (132 in²)