2025-08-08T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Very sturdy and well-built. I'll
Very sturdy and well-built. I'll keep it in my truck and will likely use it for the first time when the snow flies.
David P.
Originally posted at
2025-04-01T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
This is my third shovel
This is my third shovel from MSR. They are super tough and very handy to carry one in each vehicle or side by side. I use it for snow and ice but also works as a coal shovel, stone shovel, ash shovel. I highly recommend everyone having one.
Clinton S.
Originally posted at
2024-11-06T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Sturdy and solid
Good thing is I didnt get to use it but i've tried it on a catski trip and the size is awsome and the shovel is solid and easy to use.
Antoine C.
Originally posted at
2024-01-30T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Backcountry Shovel
Nice shovel. It's small and rugged.
Samuel T.
Originally posted at
2024-01-04T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Small enough to stow away
Small enough to stow away in a backpack but big enough to handle a large snowdrift.
Mark S.
Originally posted at
2023-03-28T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great Shovel
Packs away nicely. Great to have in vehicle as well to get out of snowbanks.
Kelly W.
Originally posted at
2023-02-13T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
MSR Snow Shovel
Sturdy and functional
David W.
Originally posted at
2021-12-23T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Operator Shovel - Amazing
Operator Shovel - Amazing
Tom P.
Originally posted at
2021-01-14T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
I would buy again, well made.
Light, strong shovel to dig us out in MN!
Daniel
Originally posted at
2021-01-08T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Workhorse Shovel
I picked this up to use for backcountry ski patrolling. So far, it seems like a really decent, durable piece of equipment. I like the attachment points on the blade. While I have not yet used it to construct a rescue sled, I can certainly envision it being very functional in this application. Like most things MSR, it is bright red and would be difficult to lose. I wish it had a hoe-mode, however the angle on the blade is a bit sharper than other shovels so it may not even be necessary. On the down side, it may not be ergonomically ideal for shovel tests in snow pits. Finally, the shaft seems quite durable and is adequately long when extended. It is essentially triangular with rounded edges. It could potentially be put into the blade at the wrong angle (rotated 120 degrees) which may cost precious extra seconds in an emergency, however I suppose this seems unlikely. Overall, I see this as a highly functional shovel for the price and I would certainly recommend it to others.
Matthew
Originally posted at
2021-01-08T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Workhorse Shovel
I picked this up to use for backcountry ski patrolling. So far, it seems like a really decent, durable piece of equipment. I like the attachment points on the blade. While I have not yet used it to construct a rescue sled, I can certainly envision it being very functional in this application. Like most things MSR, it is bright red and would be difficult to lose. I wish it had a hoe-mode, however the angle on the blade is a bit sharper than other shovels so it may not even be necessary. On the down side, it may not be ergonomically ideal for shovel tests in snow pits. Finally, the shaft seems quite durable and is adequately long when extended. It is essentially triangular with rounded edges. It could potentially be put into the blade at the wrong angle (rotated 120 degrees) which may cost precious extra seconds in an emergency, however I suppose this seems unlikely. Overall, I see this as a highly functional shovel for the price and I would certainly recommend it to others.
Matthew B.
Originally posted at
2019-08-07T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Super light without sacrificing performance.
Lighter than the other shovels I've seen used on mountaineering / snow camping trips and works every bit as well. The little design elements on the business end of the shovel are nice touches too.
Ryan S.
Originally posted at
2018-12-05T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
I bought 2 and have no regrets!
This shovel is awesome! First day I had it, we got a 12 inch snow storm here in VT and my car got stuck in the snow. Thanks to the angle of the shovel head and aggressive teeth this shovel moves snow like it was nothing. After I dug out my car, I built a huge fort with my daughter. She loved it, and said ""This is exactly what I have always wanted!"" My wife also requested I buy her one. Great weight and well made materials. Nothing surprising coming from MSR. The shovel head comes off for relatively easy packing.
Jwamp
Originally posted at
2017-12-22T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Solid construction.
Bought this for the occasional backcountry trip and as a shovel in the back of the SUV when I get stuck on the back roads or have to dig someone else out. Purchased the D-handle version. Haven't used it in a rescue situation yet, but it feels good in the hand and ready for the job.
Clipp M.
Originally posted at
2017-08-29T12:58:33
Rated 5 out of 5
Quality MSR Snow Shovel
MSR quality. Solid, yet light weight. Non-twist extendable shaft. Red is easy to see against a white background.
Robert H.
2017-02-26T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Snow Shovel
spoke with an MSR engineer (friend of mine) who recommended the Operator Shovel. Glad he did. Its perfect. Highly recommended. I have lots of other MSR gear (snowshoes, stove, fuel bottles, water filtration bottle, etc) and this snow shovel continues your reputation for superb engineering.
Cabo L.
Originally posted at
2016-01-20T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
The MSR Operator D-Handle snow shovel -well made!
The MSR Operator Backcountry and Basecamp D-Handle Snow Shovel is a well made and excellent product to use. It is very easy to use this shovel to break up ice and snow, and move snow and dig. It is durable, an you do not get tired using it. It only weighs a little more than 1 pound. It is comfortable to use, and the aluminum design is very good. It comes in as very useful and is just a durable, excellent and all around well made appealing snow shovel.
Tomsawyer912
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