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17 of 19 found the following review helpful:
Well Balanced Tools Dec 03, 2008
By Everett A. Warren
When I first came across these, I thought they looked neat, and maybe they might not function so bad. The look had additional marketing appeal for my landscaping company, something to set us aside from others.
However, I wasn't really sure they'd suit a functional purpose, so I tentatively ordered the shovel to give it a trial run and to see if I could live with it.
I've since gone out and stocked up on all the NRG-PRO tools, their hand tools, and I'm looking forward to at least some of the NRG-STX series tools as well.
All of the tools have a great balance. They are easier to control and carry materials across distances ~ a simple open hand across the circular handle keeps them from spinning and dropping whatever they're carrying. I've also found the handle design helps keep them from rolling or causing too much trouble when toting them around across the arms of a wheelbarrow.
The nice green does seem to get dulled quickly from the mud and, even when washed clean, still loses that new-tool shine. The business end has no such problems and remains easy to clean even when it has a right not to.
I'm tall ~ over 6' ~ and I never thought I'd like the short handles on these, however, I've found they're more comfortable even digging down below grade. This is a bit of personal taste, as my son, slightly shorter than I, prefers long handled tools.
The shape of both this blade ~ and the similar but larger spade ~ excels at cutting into the ground through turf, cultivated soil, or packed clay. The shape and size of this meets a specific niche, for getting in and around other plants.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
how did I garden without it Jun 25, 2010
By jcg
Great shovel, just right for tight places and small jobs.It is my "go to", when walking around the yard. Handle loop is perfect when you have your hands full and need a shovel as well(just hang it on your arm) and it hangs great on a wall.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Truly excellent! Sep 29, 2011
By C. Slaughter
"Wiseshopper"
My husband gives this shovel 10 +++ stars. He is an avid gardner and spends his weekends digging holes, transplanting bushes, trees, vines.. you name it. He received this shovel as a gift, but actually was very skeptical. After all... it's just a fancy shovel right? Well, this past weekend he had 8 big vines and about 20 plants which needed to be planted. He used his new Radius Garden 200 Pro and was amazed. This shovel cuts through dirt and roots like butter. Easily breaks through with very little effort. The handle saved stress on his hands and back. The ease and speed with which the shovel breaks through dirt saved him a tremendous amount of time. This is truly an excellent product.
Great little shovel Aug 29, 2011
By Mary Sanderson
Great for digging among small roots as it cuts right through them. Easy to store and lightweight. Has made it easy to get many late summer sale plants in the ground. Highly recommended.
Love it and wish I had found it years ago! Aug 21, 2011
By chemocurl
This is the spade I always reach for. I did a 'dig test' using this spade against my old spade, and there was just no comparison. Even if the soil is dry and hard, I'm able to accomplish so much more with so much less effort.
It's a bit heavy, but I don't mind that in the least, so long as it lasts well. I've had and used mine for a year now.
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