TheTentLab The Deuce #2 Ultralight Backpacking Trowel
THE DEUCE #2 IS AN UPDATED VERSION OF THE GROUNDBREAKING BACKPACKERS TROWEL, THE DEUCE OF SPADES™
Lightweight, durable, and now even sharper, the Deuce #2 trowel is your ultimate trail companion for efficient digging, enjoyed by thousands of customers around the world.
They made three improvements:
1) Four small teeth on the leading edge of the blade to cut through small roots as you run into them at the bottom of your hole. Just the right number and size to do the job but not to interfere with digging. The teeth are also shaped to be field maintainable; you can sharpen them with a rock very easily (fine-grained river rock broken in half seems best).
2) The handle has small undulations to improve grip.
3) New directions are in the images. TheTentLab are convinced that if you know how to use The Deuce® well, you'll be a very happy customer. If you don't see the instructions, odds are you'll like The Deuce but maybe not love it. Like a lot of backpacking gear, The Deuce® rewards those who take the time to learn its ins and outs. It's probably something you hadn't thought of before.
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SIZE + SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 17g
Dimensions: 6.8" x 2.5" x 3/4" (173mm x 64mm 20mm)
Made in the USA -
Reviews
"This is a very light, durable, and functional camp shovel with the added benefit of being very useful for a number of other applications around camp that might not be so obvious."
"The four sharp grooves on the leading edge boost the trowel’s ability to cut through small roots when digging into difficult dirt. They are large enough to easily sharpen in the field and the manufacturer recommends using a fine-grained rock for the job. Deuce Trowels are thin but surprisingly strong. I have come up against some unreasonably stubborn ground in my travels. Applying force in all kinds of directions to manoeuvre around and dislodge rocks doesn’t bend it or affect the trowel’s form." -
What we think
At Valley and Peak, we believe in testing gear under real-world conditions, and the TheTentLab The Deuce #2 Trowel has been a crucial part of our kit on a variety of long-distance hikes. We’ve used it on well-known trails like the Cleveland Way and the South Downs Way, and it’s proven to be a reliable and lightweight solution for maintaining Leave No Trace principles during our outdoor adventures.
Despite its lightweight construction, the trowel is incredibly sturdy and effective at digging cat holes. Its unique design, featuring a large surface area and ergonomic handle, makes it easy to use, even in harder ground. Whether on the chalky paths of the South Downs Way or the more compacted soil of the Cleveland Way, the trowel worked efficiently to help us follow Leave No Trace principles.
In terms of durability, the Deuce #2 Trowel has held up well over several long-distance hikes. Even after repeated use on the Cleveland Way and South Downs Way, the trowel has shown minimal signs of wear, with the robust material maintaining its sharp edge for efficient digging.
Overall, the TheTentLab The Deuce #2 Trowel is an excellent choice for anyone following Leave No Trace principles on long-distance hikes. Its combination of lightweight design, durability, and efficient performance makes it a must-have for responsible campers. Whether you're hiking the Cleveland Way, the South Downs Way, or any other long trail, this trowel is an essential tool for keeping your impact minimal and your outdoor experience enjoyable. -
Weight
17 g