Back-Saving gadget for us Northeners

[Hendog]

We don't often get snow here, but when we do it is a chore like it would be anywhere else. When the shovel is loaded I grab down low close to the load with my left hand and up high with my right then lift the load with my knees; one day I won't be able to but I stay within my abilities rather than compromise my health. Any physical work around the house is good exercise as I see it. Leverage is your friend.

Here's a guy who uses leverage and creativity to his advantage.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/2301374019742

[stevej37]

Was at Menards yesterday and saw this one. It just snaps in place...no bolts.
Haven't used it yet because most of the snow is gone now.

[Flatbutt1]

Originally Posted by stevej37

Using a long-handle snow shovel....this thing really helps for lifting a load of snow.
And if it's mostly slush, the load will be easy to keep from tipping.

$10 at Amazon.....https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KNDM8M6?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
(after reading my posting...I see that I spelled Northerners wrong)

Mine just arrived today. So, now I need snow but I'd rather have the dry cold so the ice comes back to the pond.

[stevej37]

^^^ Just a warning...be careful that you don't over-tighten the two bolts. My neighbor had one that he figured needed to be super-tight....broke the plastic.
(Amazon replaced it with another one)