Designed for ski touring and competitive disciplines, the ARVA® RACE Shovel meets the needs of athletes who cannot afford to compromise on weight. Weighing just 300 g, it combines a carbon-fiber shaft with an anodized aluminum bucket to provide an avalanche rescue tool that is both rigid and lightweight. Its quick deployment in an emergency makes it ideal for situations where every second counts.

The ARVA® RACE Shovel: Lightweight and Rugged for Ski Touring

The carbon fiber shaft is the key feature of this avalanche shovel: this material offers high rigidity while keeping weight to a minimum—a combination that is particularly sought after in competitive ski touring. Its oval cross-section improves grip during shoveling, while the ergonomic T-handle ensures good control even when wearing thick gloves. The total length of 61 cm, with a 47 cm shaft, provides a balanced design for working efficiently in the snow.

An aluminum bucket optimized for winter conditions

The 21 x 21 cm anodized aluminum bucket, with a thickness of 1.5 mm, features a design engineered to clear snow quickly. The anodization serves a specific technical purpose: it prevents snow from sticking to the bucket’s surface at low temperatures, ensuring efficient shoveling even in the coldest conditions. The shovel can also be made from recycled aluminum, thereby reducing the product’s environmental footprint.

Compliance with competition standards and design details

The ARVA® RACE Shovel complies with ISMF (International Ski Mountaineering Federation) and PDG standards, making it certified for official ski mountaineering competitions. The Pin-Lock mechanism ensures a reliable connection and unambiguous deployment—two critical factors when avalanche safety equipment must be operational within seconds. The product is manufactured in the Czech Republic.