Root Assassin Shovel: Product Review
This unique shovel means business! Perfect for digging in root infested areas, it'll even cut off tree or shrub branches that get in the way. Sturdy, comfortable and easy to use. Continue Reading
Shovels & Spades
Mini Root Assassin Shovel: Product Review
Like the full-sized version, the Mini Root Assassin Shovel will cut through almost anything you hit while digging. It’s lightweight yet strong, comfortable to use and gets into tight spaces where a regular shovel just can’t go. Children and smaller individuals will love the size – if you’re closer to 5’ than to 6’ tall this will quickly become your go-to shovel of choice. Continue Reading
Root Assassin One Shot Shovel: Product Review
The Root Assassin One Shot shovel’s sharp point digs right in, the wings hold the payload in place and give you additional leverage for stomping the shovel into the ground. The 43” length is ideal for most gardeners and the comfortable D-grip handle doesn’t get slippery. For most digging tasks, this will be the first shovel you reach for. Continue Reading
Radius Root Slayer Shovel: Product Review
If you’ve ever struggled to dig in soil with roots everywhere, you’ll appreciate this innovative shovel that slices through roots while easily digging any hole you need. With a polypropylene-coated steel shaft, ergonomic O-handle grip, and double-pointed, powder coated, carbon steel blade, this shovel can handle almost anything. A lifetime warranty and reasonable price add to the appeal. Continue Reading
Earth Talon Shovel: Product Review
I have to be honest. When I first saw the Earth Talon shovel I thought the pointed end was nothing more than a gimmick. But after putting it to the test in the hard, rocky soil of the Catalina Foothills in Tucson, I’m a fan. Unique Design The Earth Talon shovel is specifically designed for […] Continue Reading
Spear Head Spade: Product Review
Combining some of the best characteristics of a spade with a garden axe or knife, the Spear Head Spade is better described as a precision digging tool. Continue Reading
HERShovel Product Review
Advertised as being “HERgonomic®,” the HERShovel was designed by women for women, already a step ahead of most such tools in my view. Because women’s bodies are significantly different from men’s, a tool that’s ergonomically designed for men is not necessarily right for women. HERS® is a hybrid tool that combines the features of both […] Continue Reading
Shovel vs. Spade: What’s the Difference?
Many people use the terms “shovel” and “spade” interchangeably. But did you know that they’re actually very different tools? Below is a brief summary of the main differences. For more details, keep reading. At a Glance Shovel Spade Blade Shape Bowl-shaped (concave) with a rounded or pointed tip Flat (or nearly flat) with a straight […] Continue Reading
Radius PRO Digging Spade: Product Review
I’m usually pretty skeptical about so-called “ergonomic” gardening tools. They’re usually just the same old tool but with a bent handle (which makes it almost impossible to hold the tool comfortably) or some sort of add-on attachment (which promptly falls off or breaks). But when I saw the NRG Pro Digging Tools from Radius Garden […] Continue Reading