Garant Alpine Snow Shovel

Yes, the blade is equipped with a steel wear strip specifically designed to help scrape packed snow and ice from hard surfaces.

With a 51-inch handle, this shovel provides enough length for most users to maintain an upright posture, which helps reduce the need for excessive bending and lower back strain.

The polyethylene construction is lightweight and durable, allowing it to handle heavy snow without the added weight of a metal blade. However, for extremely dense, icy drifts, the steel wear strip is the primary component doing the heavy lifting.

The Arctic Blast D-grip is designed with a wide enough opening to accommodate bulky winter gloves, ensuring you can maintain a secure and comfortable hold while clearing snow.

While it is categorized as a pusher, the 18-inch blade width and sturdy ash handle make it versatile enough to lift moderate amounts of snow, though it is most efficient when used to push snow to the side.