Last tested

2024

Status:ongoing

2026

Ski Trip

Design and versatility in a single tool to keep at hand throughout the season whenever you're on the mountain

In words
Technical specifications

In words

Intro

Arva's bestselling shovel is simple but strikes the right balance between weight, materials and price. The telescopic shaft and midsized blade are strong and sturdy, while the plastic handle, though ergonomic, is a little less robust.

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Technical specifications

Material

anodized aluminum

Handle description

T-handle, telescopic, with guides, oval

Open length

76 cm

Bucket size

28 cm

Handle size

45 cm

Weight

620 g

Price

74.9 €

Top stories

Thoughts

Necessity

Editorial

Thoughts

At the heart of every ski (duplicate)

Editorial

Location

Test Center Pontedilegno Tonale

Our freeride base camp

Location

Base Camp Race

Sertorelli Sport Hotel

Location

Test Center Cervino Ski Paradise

To test the equipment and skins for the Race category, we based ourselves in Breuil-Cervinia

Location

Test Center Livigno

For the second year in a row, we headed to Livigno, aka Little Tibet.

Race

Intro

Race: boots

Innovation at the lower end of the market

Instruction

Boots under the microscope

We tested flex, walkability and liner warmth in the Light, Tour and Free unisex models

Intro

Made for women: skis and boots

Strong women

Free

Intro

Free: boots

A new era

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