Best gardening shovels according to redditors

http://amazon.com/AMES-Companies-Inc-Jackson-Forestry/dp/B00YVRWDVC/ref=asc_df_B00YVRWDVC/

When you say "the tools", do you mean "a shovel"?

https://www.amazon.com/Jackson-Eagle-Long-Handle-Shovel-Handle/dp/B01K6UOR9S/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=shovel&qid=1571942683&sr=8-3

The problem isn't that it has holes. Shovels with holes exist and are for sifting. The problem is that the shovel is perfectly flat, so "larger, useful thing"s would fall right off.

I went through two of the older model (not sure if 1 or 2). They end up getting all clogged after a while.

On top of that... I had two cats and my wife had two cats (before we got married). We're like the Brady Bunch for cats. My cats were cool with the Litter Robot. One of hers was freaked out and would just crap on the floor in front of it!!!

We got cheap and industrial. Two gigantic litter boxes side by side. They may not even be litter boxes... At one point I considered feed troughs from Tractor Supply. We scoop 'em with a mud shovel . I scoop into the 'Poop Wagon' which then gets dumped in the ravine in the forest behind our house. I can't see that shovel ever breaking like so many other poop scoops. Plus I'm not bent over scooping and it really saves my back!

I found it on Amazon

Get one of these in the appropriate length for your neighborhood: Bully Tools 99207Water Key Steel Tstyle Handle 48-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KOMTJCO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_K.D7Cb6DG414K.

Go shut their water off at the curb whenever you like.

Edit: you will also probably need a wrench of appropriate size, as the lid usually has a bolt on it.

Yes it is. Here is a modern version.

https://www.amazon.com/Bully-Tools-99201-Manhole-Tstyle/dp/B00KOMTI3E

Pessoalmente costumo recomendar este aos meus amigos.

O importante é ter um cabo forte e uma pega que não faça calos na mão.

Before you go making a sticky mess with chemicals I'd at least try the low tech physical way. If you can scrape a little off semi-quickly with a chisel tip scraper then you'll be able to take a lot up quickly with a manual floor scraper. I got that same one from Home Depot locally for the same price. Pick up a mill file and put a legit edge on it and it will peel glue up fast.

Looks pretty similar to this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000L8LCX0/ but it's metal.

The shipping weight of the thing is 2.3 pounds. A solid folding entrenching tool/hammer combo like this one weighs 2.2 pounds. If all that garbage together only weighs 2? Then I'm guessing it is a piece of hot poop.

Get a small duffel bag. Put the following inside and never ever take them out or use them unless it's an emergency or you're inspecting/replacing items. Knowing some tribal knowledge is quaint, but you will increase your chances of survival if you have the proper tools ready to go.

Leatherman, duct tape, flashlight (without batteries), a sharp knife (something like this), a zippo with spare fluid, candles, a small fishing kit with collapsible rod, folding shovel, emergency/survival blanket, poncho and ultralight tarp, bandannas, sunscreen, blistex, insect repellent/citronella candles, first aid kit, toilet paper, hand crank radio (or something fancier), gloves (something to this effect), water kits (something fancy, or a charcoal filter and boiled water), broken in boots with extra socks. Fill the remaining space with beef jerky (yum!).

And don't forget your towel. Oh, and depending on your tastes, a small handgun with a lot of bullets. If you can pull off a scoped rifle, do it. When the zombie apocalypse hits, I will kill you if you try and steal my beef jerky. And for fucks sake, learn how to use the guns properly and effectively before the zombies come.

I'm sure I've missed some items. Any suggestions?

Edit: Be really damn good with a compass and a map. Otherwise, get a GPS unit or a phone with GPS capabilities and a fail-proof way to recharge them. Knowing where you are is half the battle.

DON'T TAKE AN ANIMAL TO VAN DWELL. Seriously, find someone to watch it. It will cause you major problems. What are you going to do with a cat 90% of the time? You can't leave it in the rig on a hot day.

First priority one everything has to be small to tiny. Simplify as much as possible.

Roof box - I like it. Can be a great way to add more storage.

Those setups seem neat but if you can cook at the rear hatch couldn't you cook anywhere? We just have small stadium chairs and cook outside the van on the ground. Like these:
https://kelty.com/lowdown-chair/

I'm using a butane and propane stove right now.
https://www.amazon.com/GS-3400P-Portable-Backpacking-Emergency-Preparedness/dp/B01HQRD8EO
Pretty cheap and good options for fuel. Also fairly compact and well packaged.

We also have a MSR Windburner Stove - good for fast and easy hot drinks. Most expensive fuel you can use though.

For water I find just do crystal geyser 1 gallon jugs are simple, disposable and easy to replace.

A poo kit is critical, for me that includes a folding shovel for digging cat holes when boodocked.
https://www.amazon.com/Gerber-Gorge-Folding-Shovel-22-41578/dp/B000WZCSTO

I like my rig to have an inflator kit and tire chains.

Leveling blocks are worth the space to me. We carry 4 which gives me 3 leveling options.
https://www.amazon.com/Camco-44505-Leveling-Blocks-pack/dp/B00480BWBE

You'll need a dishset and pots. I like vacuum mug for drink ware.

I'm a big fan on dedicated headlamps next to each persons sleep spot.

I like power bricks for cell phone charging.

Oh that reminds me! You're going to need this... for when we start the new wing :-|

:D I kid hehe. I only drug people when they won't talk to me :D

1. This is to accelerate the air time I need for the answer to the riddle to get through all the school work stress and have a relaxing fun night doing homework
   
   
2. Just like swiffer pads to clean the floor, but for all those girly emergencies lol
   
   
3. Well, every wizard apprendice needs to have one of these to be recognized as one
   
   
4. I'd like to believe that this is a modern school, so this will just help me keep all my magic spells in place and help me google anything that I forget
   
   Edit (sorry forgot to include this one)- 5. portable and easy to dig anywhere I need to hide my potions in handy spots in case I get in trouble
   
   Bonus PointsMultipurpose serve as a cape, nap time, keeps me warm, I can sit on it under a tree

https://www.amazon.com/Radius-Garden-22311-Slayer-Nomad/dp/B073X9NHXG/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=root+slayer+nomad&qid=1564001334&s=gateway&sr=8-1

That's the one I use. Love this thing.

Sleigh shovel - You don't lift it so it's big and can clear driveways well. Low effort for high volume clearing.

Blade shovel - Less versatile than sleigh shovel and best for repeated clearings of flat areas. Good for commercial needs.

Classic shovel - For walkways and doorways. Get a mini one for your vehicle. Ow my back!

PS. homeowners probably also want to get a roof rake.

I sure did, meant this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C2EGVLS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_0DGtzbD98B7PJ.

People need to dig not vote... https://www.amazon.ca/ROOT-ASSASSIN-Garden-Shovel-Saw/

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Weekend at Gerry's on a local theater soon

For the lazy
https://www.amazon.com/Radius-Garden-Root-Slayer-Shovel/dp/B01M1CCIWH

For the record, use this instead

Yeah, I hit that link, believe it’s a reddit profile and not a website(: but I pulled the trigger! not to bad I believe

Thank you! What kind of shovel? I guess here I need a small one, since it is right by the fence. I saw this one (https://www.amazon.com/ROOT-ASSASSIN-Garden-Shovel-Saw/dp/B018WLVSU4/) But is it too large for this job?

What I've used in the past:

Hammer and a 15x23 screen over a tub

Small rock crushers like this

A tamp like so

Stiff clays are always a pain in the ass

The type of metal detector and tools you need are all dependent upon what areas you hunt and your budget.

For instance below is my rig and budget:

Minelab E-trac with Sunray X-1 probe ~ $1100 (used price)

Lesche T-Handle Shovel - $69

Knee pads from Lowes - $20

Pouch for finds/trash - Got mine for free somewhere. Probably get one for $10.

As you can see the detector will make up the bulk majority of your budget and if you don't have something like the sunray probe a pinpointer is highly suggested as it will save you a ton of time. I would say my favorite piece of equipment by far is the shovel I linked above, it's a godsend.

What budget do you have to spend? There are plenty of great detectors for 1/5 of the price of the E-trac I listed.

Moving sale! Got fired from my job and now I'm going back home so I have a lot of odds and end type shit and some furniture I want to get rid of. Prices are fixed, but only because I'm already lowballing everything because I just want to get rid of it. I'll post pictures of the actual item based on interest.

Things I'm offloading right now:

edit: New Stuff!!

• Assorted beer glasses - two tall pilsner glasses (22 oz) (has a logo like this on the glass), small 3 oz taster glasses (3) one from Sam Adams, one from Wachusetts Brewery, one from the Copenhagen Beer Festival - Pilsners are $2/each and tasters are $2 for all three.
  
  
• Assorted wine glasses (3) - $1/each
  
  
• Digital Food scale - $2
  
  
• This type of waffle maker. I think it's a black and decker, just all black colored, entirely plastic. Used but in great condition. - $5
  
  
• Orange Safety Vest - $2
  
  
• Two paper coveralls (Tyveks) - $2 for the pair
  
  
• Orange work gloves. They're insulated a bit so they'll keep your hands warm and have a rubber palm/finger grip.
  
  
• Hand warmers...I have 4 or 5 packs. - $1 a pack
  
  
• Vacuum cleaner. So it's seen better days but it still gets the job done. Canister style vacuum, has primary floor attachment with a beater brush, solid floor attachment, wand attachment (the narrow high suction thing for getting under tight spaces), a bristle brush, and a smaller upholstery attachment with a beater brush built in for doing things like couches, cars, etc. There is something wrong with the connection between the primary floor attachment and the handle because recently it only operates the beater brush when the handle is turned at an angle. Like I said, it's seen better days, but it still works fine and would be a great vacuum for a shop or secondary thing to clean places that are typically dirty. Whole thing is $5 + some bags. Maybe you can fix it :)
  
  
• 1.5ish ft by 2ish ft rubber entry mat. Used it to change my shoes after a muddy hike without trying to balance around and getting my feet wet or dirty. Take a hose to it and everything cleans right off. - $1
  
  
• This Floor lamp - $5. Add $1 and you get bulbs!
  
  
• These tire chains. New, never used (still sitting in the box amazon sent it in unopened), model QG1142. Bought it to fit a 2008 Honda CRV stock tires. And these rubber tighteners. Also brand new, still sealed in packaging unused. They go together, $20 for both.
  
  
• This Leaf Antenna. Bought it in January, it's been sitting next to my TV. Delivers crystal clear, uncompressed broadcast channels. I used it to watch football for a month and get the morning news, works perfectly here in the city. I'm leaving a F/F coax connector with it so if you want to run a longer cable, you can. $5
  
  
• FitBit HR Charge (original). Color is black. I have two of them and three charging cables. $20 each + charging cable.
  
  
• This silverware tray. Fits in a standard sized drawer and has an expandable slot. $5
  
  
• Brand new black and decker iron. Still in box. $5
  
  
• Black and Decker toaster oven. Like new, been using it for 3 months to make small batch cookies, toast sandwiches, cook biscuits, and heat up food. I think this is the model, if not exact it's near identical. Has all pans and racks, black. Goes up to 450F. $10 Sale pending
  
  
• This paper towel holder. $3
  
  
• This table from Fred Meyer. Still brand new, sealed in box. Never had a chance to set it up. $75
  
  
• A 3 foot, True Temper square shovel. Almost new, used it for work a few times. Only a couple months old. Looks kinda like this shovel. but not quite the same. Black grips instead of red. $10 Sale pending
  
  
• ID badge holder. Holder also prevents proximity based copying...or something like that. It was given to me when I worked for the gov several years back, I don't know. $1
  
  
• Two boxes of nitrile rubber gloves. Large and XL. Used maybe 3 pairs of XL but both are opened. $4 for both boxes. Sale pending
  
  
• Stack of white envelopes. Idk...write me a poem.
  
  
• Knife block. Your basic multipiece knife block. Steak knives, chef knife, carving knife, etc. Also comes with some kitchen utensils like a large plastic spoon, a spatula (I think) and a few other odds and ends. It's one set - $5.
  
  
• These bottles of Nikwax waterproof restoration stuff. Never used, $5.
  
  
• This napkin holder. New. Been sitting on my table for a month holding napkins. $5
  
  
• A copy of the Kite Runner. Used, but little wear and tear. $1
  
  
• The Unthinkable. $1. Sale pending
  
  
• Zombie Survival Guide. 1 poem.
  
  
• ATT cordless handset phones. Two handsets. One main docking station that has a voice mail built in and a secondary dock for the other handset. Still have the manuals too. $5
  
  
• I have two stethoscopes. They're in pretty good condition, one never been used, the other was used last years ago and only for a brief period. Both in good condition. $10 for the pair.
  
  
• Metal measuring spoons and measuring cups - $5
  
  
• This TV stand. Color black. Surprisingly well built for "cheap" furniture. I have one back where I'm moving and it's held up great for 5 years. $75
  
  
• Coffee Maker. I think it makes 4 cups, I'll have to check. It's a small one that I basically had for guests as I don't drink coffee. - $5 sale pending

Why waste your time looking for a toilet when you can dig one yourself?

https://www.amazon.ca/Gerber-22-41578-Gorge-Folding-Shovel/dp/B000WZCSTO

http://www.amazon.com/Gerber-22-41578-Gorge-Folding-Shovel/dp/B000WZCSTO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1407413614&sr=8-2&keywords=folding+shovel

For those interested. Doesn't have the blade or serrated edge. Or the wire cutters now that I think about it... Still cool though...

Size tires are 285s with a small lift and leveling kit.
Shovel
Rubber Clamps
1-1/2 inch Conduit Hangers

Bought these parts then went to the hardware store for for a couple screws, washers, and nuts to put them together! Pretty cheap. Also, right now the shovel is ~ $50 but I purchased it a couple months ago for ~ $25 so I’d look around for a better deal.

Pretty simple really! I went the affordable route after getting tired of seeing $80 shovel mounts on Amazon. I spent around $20 bucks in total for the mount. Here's another photo with a different angle.

I just went down to my local Home Depot and bought some conduit hangers. 2" hangers for my Thule MOAB IIRC. I sprayed them black to blend in a bit better since they come in silver.

Then I attached these rubber tool clamps to the conduit hangers using 1" #10 screws and washers.

So I wouldn't mess up the basket, I used some leftover rubber hose from my AOS install to act as a padding between the conduit hangers and basket.

I opted for a small cable lock to keep it from being stolen/tampered with.

I went with the Bully Tools 92510 12-Gauge Round Point Shovel Fiberglass D-Grip Handle because of it's sturdy construction. This thing is crazy strong.

A $25 floor scraper will work much better than a shovel for removing the bulk of the material. If you find stubborn spots, follow it up with a $40 oscillating tool to make short work of it. Don't buy a more expensive one, for what you are doing, it will work just fine.

Be sure to clean and seal the concrete after removing the tiles!

aka flooring scraper — i have used these a fair amount, but found that i like a long-handled square point ("transfer") shovel better; a sturdy one can both chop and throw

IMO flooring scrapers handle better when the blade is angled, and feel much better when the handle is not a steel pipe — like this