Better Way to Shovel Snow

Best kept secret in fast snow removal! Been using this for 10 years! Perfect for your house or in your car. Save your back & see how to shovel faster and easier with this different type of snow tool.
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[@SilverCymbal]

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[@TheFlatlander440]

I've seen these shovels used by various outdoor You Tubers when snow camping and trekking with snowmobiles. Very handy indeed being light and packs away small. I have a 48" lightweight aluminum shovel with a fiberglass handle and small shovel width which I keep in my truck for emergencies. I'll probably pick up one of these to replace it since it is smaller.

[@savage6394]

I took a snow shovel from a trash can on the street about 8-9 years ago, it ended up being the BEST snow shovel I’ve ever used. As you push the snow it rolls off the top, back in front of the shovel making a perfect “Log” of snow that rolls along easily. This effect makes clearing snow a breeze! I’ve searched Hi, Low and everywhere in between and cannot find another one like it. There’s no name anywhere on it. The closest thing I’ve found is a shovel called Bigfoot. It’s Orange in color the same as the original and the shape is real close. The build quality however, is not close at all.

[@davidkeeton6716]

So, you're the guy who stole my shovel. I was taking a break, and when I came back my shovel was gone. Just kidding

[@izaicslinux6961]

@@davidkeeton6716 Thank you so much for letting me steal it! Do you happen to know the brand? /s

[@TheGogeta222]

Sounds Like the Standard Schneräumschaufel Here in Germany we use this Kind of shovel for generations the older are Made of wood with only the Front Made of Metal If you move it faster the snow actually flyes away

[@arthilliker3721]

Orrrrrrr, just move down South like I did. Born in VT and have hated the cold all my life. Snow us beautiful but the cold drove me down South and I'm lovin' it !!

[@ksw501]

I like your advice, planning on doing the same thing soon myself 😉

[@ohsweetmystery]

I am old and I shovel tons and tons of snow every year using an aluminum grain scoop shovel. I've never had back pain in my life.

[@chuckpuglia982]

Grain shovels make the best snow shovels. I use a plastic one.

[@BrettsGarage]

I always keep a mammut avalanche shovel in my trunk in the winter, plus a battery jump and viar tire pump. It's -30 right now in the mid west and you never know what you'll need.

[@erikj9962]

I always have an avalanche shovel in the car when traveling in snowy places. I brought it on a ski trip once when car pooling with a friend and it was very useful when he ended up in some deep snow on the side of the road.

[@markgoff5307]

If you really want to move snow without killing your back, get a large sleigh shovel. You slide the shovel under the snow and then slide it to wherever you want to put it. A quick shove and yank and the snow is dumped. I stopped using my snowblower after I got a couple of those.

[@ilovetoeatsomuch]

I was going to mention this. I love my sleigh shovel. It saved my back

[@DarksouIjah]

Agreed! I got one that is the width of a sidewalk so I’m done in minutes.

[@90jblaze]

“The snow plow” shovel is pretty awesome

[@stillblazinkush]

As someone who lives in Florida I found this video very helpful.

[@coondogtheman]

I use one of those backsaver shovels with the bent handle and just put the blade to the ground but backwards and then simply walk back. Pulls the snow effectively and uses little energy.

[@ScotHarkins]

I’ve had good luck with steel garden rakes in the same fashion…but this is perfect!

[@Greg29]

Best snow shovel I'm currently using is from SnowJoe, has 2 handles one of which connects to the mid part of the shaft, huge back saver.

[@BoboMcBooboy]

Just bought that thing on amazon... Ok for lifting snow, sucks for actual clearing the majority of the driveway IMO, need an actual real normal shovel to run the driveways to the ends, and then can use that to lift the snow and finish the job, but meh, I find I get too lazy dealing with two shovels, and just lift properly with the normal one...but I can definitely see how that snowjoe would help really soft snow, or people with bad backs for sure

[@drscopeify]

Great video as always! I have a US Military E tool I got from a garage sale and I keep it in the car but this looks much better made for snow clearing that is for sure.

[@SilverCymbalShorts158]

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[@fmkgain]

Love the extension handle and pivoting head! Super cool!

[@numbzinger350]

Just use a standard shovel like a canoe paddle and your back pains will disappear. Positioning/setting up your work area to accommodate that method makes it all work out. Give it a try.

[@corey6393]

I spent a lot of time back country skiing and camping in the 90's and early 00's. I have owned several shovels designed specifically for avalanche and back country use. Some were aluminum, some were plastic. The one I keep in my wife's car is a 25 year old Lifelink with a plastic blade. It is the one I used most, and it still works every single time it is needed. I often volunteered with the local avalanche forecaster with the US forest service. We would ride snowmobiles way back into the North Idaho mountains and dig pits for the weekly forecast. Our shovels got a lot of hard use. Luckily, I never once had to use it for its main intended purpose, digging out an avalanche victim. If you live where there are ski and snowboard or snowmobile retailers, check with them about buying a shovel. The jungle website should be your last resort for buying things, not your first choice.

[@charlie_gus]

This is to thank you for your timely post. I am in Buffalo. The blizzard left six to ten-foot high (and wider) drifts closing off every door and window in my house. I could not push any storm door open. I remembered that my daughter had a hoe-type avalanche shovel stored with her old ski gear. After popping out a glass pane in the storm door, I was able to remove enough snow to crawl out. Once out, on top of the drift, I was able to clear a 3 foot area from the door so it would open. The rest of the snow removal project has been a bit more challenging. Thank you again.

[@SilverCymbal]

Glad it was helpful. For emergency and tight spaces these are very helpful. You guys were hit so hard out there, I hope you all stay well.

[@ohsweetmystery]

Why wouldn't you keep the doors clear as the snow was falling?

[@charlie_gus]

@@ohsweetmystery Please read news coverage on the Buffalo Blizzard of 2022

[@buddwizersiren_9173]

The fact that this guy can make a 5 min video and make it still intriguing is perfect. Especially with my adhd lol

[@marianneb.7112]

But the handle is so short, wouldn't it end up hurting your back?

[@SilverCymbal]

Not really because it forces you to take lighter scoops

[@jaybee608]

Pay attention!

[@AereForst]

Way too short

[@johnnysmythe7767]

Made for working on an incline, but i agree.. it should have a longer telescoping handle.

[@ryhanon7]

I have lower back problems as a result of an injury when I was a kid and honestly, this shovel is *dramatically* better for my back than you might think. Your mileage may vary - but for me, it's great.

[@TheAladante2001]

Works for your usage, worthless for northern Minnesota. We choose a 385cc Troybuilt 36" cut snowblower and a plow attached to a Polaris Crew Cab. But your video is cute 🙃

[@SilverCymbal]

You know I live in New Hampshire right? As I said in the video its not going to clear you driveway, use your snowblower there, but the other places you cant get to, steps, gas meters, stuck tires. Its superb at.

[@saliston]

keep a shovel like that in your car in case you or someone else gets stuck.

[@Helekopa_Pailaka]

Thank you for your informative videos. I have used satisfactorily, the last 10 years, a WORX WA0230 AeroCart Wheelbarrow with the Snow Plow attachment to clear my driveway and walkways. It's too long for tight spaces so a regular snow shovel is used for that. I'm considering your suggestion for getting an avalanche type shovel to use instead of the regular snow shovel and to keep in my vehicles. Also, after seeing the reports on the cordless electric snow shovels I just acquired an Earthwise SN74016 40V Lithium Battery Operated Ion Cordless 16" Snow Shovel. It will get its first use tomorrow based on the weather forecast for lots of snow. I hope this will replace the need for the hand tools I now use.

[@SKILLS2KILLS_QC]

I have a grip mid handle and i use my shovel the same way you do for my 10 stairs in front and back Its kind of raking it to the bottom and then shoveling it with the scoop then passing snow blower is my way to go to then i put salt after the storm but right now its insane its so icy

[@gregh.6019]

I’ve used a fair amount of different snow shovels. but the most versatile, durable, and efficient one I’ve found is the garant mountain mover.

[@jamescady723]

Great tool to have. Thanks once again!

[@heronimousbrapson863]

Years ago I bought a portable shovel from an army surplus store. It folds away and the blade can be positioned in the two positions as this one can. It's primarily designed for shovelling earth, but can be used for snow as well. I don't know where you can get one any more as the store is no longer in business. Perhaps online?

[@stevensmith8923]

I have a square sand shovel. Shovel is 12 in by 10 in roughly and has a 5-foot handle. I also have a 20in plastic snow shovel also with a 5-foot shop broom handle. I can move just as much snow with either one of those as I could with my snowblower. I won't touch a short handle shovel. I'm 6 ft 8 and that would be a chiropractor appointment for me

[@marksmith9295]

Handy shovel to have for emergency or portability for certain conditions and preferences. Looks like a choice between back breaker or gut buster to me though.I will stick with ergonomic and sleigh shovels to preserve my old back:)

[@rosevan5485]

I enjoy tremendously your videos. I am subscribed to your channel. You are always sharing extremely good tools or ideas. I know that it must be difficult for you to choose amongst probably a lot of tools or products that are given to you to review ….. Just stay honest as always you do for your assessments and experiences. You are probably with Project Farm as a man with a family my best channel . The only people I trust on the Internet to review products. ( PS. I know snow tremendously because in Quebec we have snow for at least a good 5 months in a year…That shovel you are reviewing should be in all Canadian cars…. Compact and able to be manipulated in different ways…) Just always stay honest which for me you have been doing so. Thank you from French Quebec, Canada, Montreal more precisely. I am a person who doesn’t care much about the price of a product when I know it well last long….. I will save a bit more, wait longer, and ultimately the products I buy will provide me with much happiness for years for my purchase. And years of great working products….. I think you are a person like me and I am certain you love great products, which are made and engineered for a good lifetime of use…. I do understand that in the end when you spend a bit more money , and research why the value of a certain product is more expensive….. there are reasons why…. The value of that extra money spent will ultimately give you joy with your product… Any GX HONDA engine within anything will last a lifetime…. My Honda 7000W Generator connected to my home with a separate breaker box installed by an electrician is just amazing….. Any Honda GX engine with a Karcher pump for a pressure washer machine is truly powerful….. or my Honda Snowblower, or my Honda Commercial Lawnmower…… a bit heavy. I am a restaurateur now…. But I know 4 stroke engines , 2 stroke etc…. But if I had a terrain in the summer as smooth as yours it seems in your new house….. That British Lawnmower seems like a delight….. Happy Holidays ! And Bonne Année as we in french Montreal say…. Love your channel….Silver Cymbal….. I am an artist….. are you a Drummer ? Cheers et Merci !

[@1979utuber]

The snow Joe with the extra handle is by far my favorite shovel

[@TheGogeta222]

In germany we actually have a Kind of shovel that is Designed to remoove snow from streets and driveways You dont even need to dig with it you Just lay it in the right Angle in the ground and Just shovel it Forward the snow than simply flyes away and it has a much longer handle so you dont have to Bend over

[@gcprost]

Avalanche shovels have been able to do this for a long time. I find this feature very useful for pulling snow out of a snow cave.

[@Mahesh-bo8lv]

After watching this I ordered one from Amazon. Thanks 😁

[@SilverCymbal]

I appreciate the trust in my videos, be sure to come back and let me know what you think

[@Mahesh-bo8lv]

@@SilverCymbal Ok sure 👍

[@LarsDahlin]

Yeah. Done exactly this for ages. Really great.

[@terencemangan9193]

Suggestion. Sno-wolf use to be called a Wovel. A wheeled shovel. I've had mine for over a decade. Zero back pain. There is a learning curve but not much.

[@Samlol23_drrich]

We used to call them sheels. Sh ovels with wh eels

[@SilverCymbal]

Thank you, I definitely need to take a look at that one, sounds pretty cool!

[@Victor-nn2wi]

I love the snow plow shovel

[@83Nachojr]

Looks great if you're planning planting in the snow!

[@carak4356]

Crazy! I never would have thought of that!

[@eugenejohnson7755]

Good info. Thx.

[@user-em6ie2be7x]

Always better to work smarter than harder.

[@chuckhall5347]

I have pre-teen kids. This is perfect to get them involved.

[@chadcrigger3101]

Thanks for that. Will definitely pick up one

[@curtwuollet2912]

I like my snowblower, but I've shoveled many, many tons. Which is why I like my snowblower.

[@soggynug6371]

I been having severe hppd for 5 years now but it's sorta mixed with a.i.w.s. I love my visuals and cope really well

[@WIZ-IN-PA]

I love mine! Great for winter camping!

[@WIZ-IN-PA]

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[@AbeTweakin]

Fun fact: the pain in the back is a sign of a weak core/back muscles. You're doing something your body isn't quite used to doing, or isn't prepared to do, but after years of shoveling asphalt I can tell ya it do be easier if you workout and take care of those core and back muscles.

[@899233566]

The mattock of show shovels, neat.

[@Cream1968]

Great info as always Thanks!

[@Surferjo]

need things like this for TALL PEOPLE....#natick

[@jesusgjchuza6491]

Very cool 🤝😎

[@gabrielgunnink8397]

Best shovel ever - Union Tools shovel, very wide and long, and used by the best shovelling companies here in the Midwest. This lil metal one obiv has it's niche tho.

[@mattb9664]

I'll be on my 2nd season with the Toro cordless power shovel- it's a little beast! Just wish the front was a tad lighter. Think I get my short driveway, including the bottom, done in about 10 minutes if there's 8".

[@MB12116]

Everyone knows, there is not just one shovel 😂😂. I like an avalanche shovel for skiing (yes I use it for its purpose) and keeping in the car for emergencies, but but I also like scoop shovels for throwing in my truck during a big storm which are just better since they are bigger. If it’s heavier icy snow I prefer a metal scoop shovel or transfer shovel…and a light dusting I’ll use a plow shovel. Sometimes I’ll use a Pulaski and digging shovel for icey snow. A sled style shovel is nice for the roof. And how could I resist buying an electric shovel…I think you get my point. And don’t even get me started on snowblowers. I love tools, and have an am very vulnerable at the hardware store…and ironically I don’t live where it snows, but do have a cabin, and have to hire out snow removal since I can’t always be there…but when I’m there and get to shovel 😍😍😍.

[@Bertminator]

Love it, but can't really find one in Canada...YES! We have winter up here too...bad one's at that! lol

[@WontSeeReplies]

As a WI house warming gift I received a plastic snow shovel. Hands down best snow shovel. Of course they are no longer made. But it’s holding up 15 years later. It wouldn’t work with gravel though.

[@Jeff13R]

One tip I have is I've been dragging the shovel and it's easier on the back if you leave it straight, put it between your legs, bend your legs, and drag using your legs kind of side stepping(crab walk like) while keeping your elbows locked using push arm to hold further down the shaft to allow leverage and keep back straight. I was young and didn't have any injuries, but it still helped a lot even then!

[@Sousaboi865]

Wishing that East Tennessee will get some sort of snow lmao. Looks like you got like 2 feet of snow!

[@Mityob67]

Thanks man, great review as always.

[@SilverCymbal]

Much appreciated!

[@MeltingRubberZ28]

Feel free to shovel the 3' of snow we have in NY right now with this shovel 🤣

[@ghall66570]

Just brought one...thanks

[@Zero_8347]

If you bend your knees and keep your back vertical, you don't hurt your back

[@AnomadAlaska]

I like a grain scoop shovel for snow. Plastic or aluminum.

[@DragonLawyer]

Buy a snowblower and you’ll never regret it.

[@SilverCymbal]

Yes of course, but you always have areas you can't do. That's primarily what I use it for and in the car if I am going anyplace during storms

[@boblee6093]

To clear a driveway and the snow bank cause by the city snow plowing the street nothing beats a dual stage gas snowblower . I bought one 10 years ago and never regretted it.

[@dosiodosev740]

Lucky you live in snow zone

[@SilverCymbal]

Lucky sometimes until its 4 feet of it!

[@OscyJack-]

Imo, the best snow removal equipment is those power brushes from Ryobi and other brands. It's like a mini single stage snowblower that has a broom handle. When I see my neighbor clearing 6" of snow with zero effort, vs me lugging around a 30" dual stage, I definitely get jealous

[@SilverCymbal]

I agree with that I tested the toro power shovel last year and love the thing. I am still using that as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqK6iZJsgr-mg8k I would like to try out the Ryobi one too in the future

[@OscyJack-]

@@SilverCymbal I just want DeWalt to come out with one so I can keep using my batts haha. But yeah, those things are super handy

[@CheZfrmdaWestWisc]

@@OscyJack- maybe you could use a battery adapter if Dewalt chooses not to make such a tool? 🤔

[@OscyJack-]

@@CheZfrmdaWestWisc oh for sure, totally doable. Green just wouldn't match the garage ;););)

[@deemdoubleu]

Why do I want one of these now even though we don't get hardly any snow whatsoever!

[@tylerddh]

Great to keep in your car for odd jobs but I'll stick with the push shovel for the driveway

[@fmx1]

well HE said it 🙌 1:50

[@cisium1184]

Looks like New Hampshire. Is this New Hampshire?

[@kurtisp4194]

These small shovels are not designed to shovel your yard. They are to have in your vehicle and a tool for if you get stuck.

[@bacawaka2813]

E tool but for snow. Neat.

[@Clixlol]

This is far too short you will hurt your back in the long run. Sure could be good in a backpack or a car but at home never.

[@SilverCymbal]

10 years later I am pretty happy, ligther scoops, quick movements, good stuff.

[@Clixlol]

@@SilverCymbal Sure everybody finds their product they like. With a longer handle it would be better so you don't have to bend down as much. I always use the plastic fiskars or the aluminium one if you have harder snow and need more edge. Used the back side many times as a hammer to break ice on roofs

[@SilverCymbal]

@@Clixlol Fiskars is good stuff. I would love to see them make a version of this. Seems like all their stuff becomes a best seller.

[@TechWizeGuy]

The link to your shovel is broken. What brand is it?

[@WalterRiggs]

I hope I never need the how-to-shovel-snow knowledge that was just given to me. ::shudder::

[@jasonotero3686]

That is awesome if you can please tell me where I can buy one I'll highly appreciate it thank you very much

[@SilverCymbal]

Thank you, this will become your favorite shovel. Here are a few great ones: Shovel Best Value amzn.to/3HXTUge Top of the line amzn.to/3Wi8pzX Fixed Head amzn.to/3vfQWMk

[@petekaminski6715]

Who makes the exact same shovel you are using. No links provided

[@SpecOpsGear]

Make the handle longer so you can stand up straight.

[@mikesablarry]

I think this is the best shovel to keep in you car for emergency!

[@youdontknowme5969]

God I hate Winter...

[@daniellamarre5048]

We keep such shovel in cars in case of emergency. We have better tools at home. From North Pole 🎅

[@EgoShredder]

What about those snow plough attachments for a regular car? Are they any good?

[@SilverCymbal]

I have wondered about those. I am sure they must work but the driveway can't be too crazy

[@kenalpha3]

Ty, good info. But why arent you wearing gloves? My hands got cold.

[@jonnnyren6245]

As a Canadian I feel this video is a mandatory action that cannot be waylaid to another time. And in -37°C wind chill this might be a good video. Yeeeghhhh 🤣🤣

[@SilverCymbal]

I appreciate that, I know folks that see how small this is are skeptical but once you use one, for tight spots and quick trails they can't be beat

[@jonnnyren6245]

@@SilverCymbal especially back lane garages. Very useful

[@dave_ecclectic]

Where does the battery go?

[@jbstepchild]

I just use my titanium shovel gramps brought home back in 44

[@mabbaticchio]

Honey, Silver Cymbal is on. Can you bring me my wallet?!?!?

[@josephtpg2205]

A regular snow pusher flipped over and pulled backwards clears a path on your lawn in a jiff.

[@dennismayer4936]

You're using the regular shovel wrong. Reversing the direction it double work.

[@happyhappyjoyjoy6497]

Ummm doesn’t clear the snow, as that type will never get that last 1/4”. Also that short handle would do wonders on the back. I think there is a reason the standard shovel design lasta

[@timhorton8085]

Just get a big, wide shovel with a real handle and use it like a plow. You dont need to dig snow.

[@flyingv8293]

SNOW ❄️!!!

[@SamWereb]

Don't shovel snow at home unless it's imperative. Instead, push it with a wide blade, like a snow plow does. A long handle will save your back, too.

[@TOMMY-WANT-WINGY]

SALTY ARMY IS LEGION

[@MrTilbin]

We call these entrenching tools in the military.

[@Fubar000]

My back hurts just looking at the length of the handle.

[@imark7777777]

Better method move away from snow than have it find you.

[@listenup4736]

Snow shovel snow shovel

[@kindpotato]

Your voice sounds very familiar

[@ronhali3164]

R.i.p lower back

[@kennorman1142]

Too small, my back hurts just looking at it.

[@SilverCymbal]

You would think that but remember its not the bending alone thats a problem with snow, its the weight and force, that's the difference with this style