EDC Spade Stainless Steel 190g with 2.5m Paracord Handle

A Practical Spade for Your NZ Tramping Kit

Prepare for small digging tasks on your next outdoor trip with this stainless steel EDC Spade. Weighing 190 grams and featuring 2.5 metres of paracord wrapped around the handle, it brings a digging tool and spare cord together in one piece of equipment. Carry it on day walks, overnight tramps or camping trips around New Zealand.

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction for a handheld outdoor digging tool.
• 190g weight to help you plan your tramping pack.
• Includes 2.5m of paracord wrapped around the handle.
• Useful for small digging tasks in suitable soil.
• A practical addition to a backcountry toileting kit where local guidance permits burial.

EDC Spade Product Specifications

• • Material: Stainless steel.
  • Weight: 190 grams.
  • Included paracord: 2.5 metres.
  • Handle: Paracord wrapped.
  • Intended uses: Tramping, hiking, camping and small outdoor digging tasks.

Benefits of this EDC Spade

1. Prepare for trips between facilities: Carry a digging tool for situations where a toilet is unavailable and burying waste is appropriate.
2. Keep spare cord with your equipment: The handle carries 2.5m of paracord that can be unwound when needed for suitable non-load-bearing tasks.
3. Plan your pack weight: The stated 190g weight makes it easier to account for the spade alongside your other tramping equipment.
4. Support responsible outdoor habits: Use the spade where digging is permitted and follow the guidance for the area you are visiting.

Common Questions

• Q: What is an EDC Spade?
  A: EDC stands for everyday carry. This EDC Spade is a handheld digging tool that you can carry with your tramping or camping equipment.
• Q: Can I use it to dig a toilet hole while tramping in New Zealand?
  A: Yes, where local guidance permits burial and the soil is suitable. Use toilets whenever available. DOC advises digging 15–20cm deep and staying at least 50m from water, tracks and campsites. Follow any instructions requiring you to carry waste out instead.
• Q: How much does it weigh?
  A: The stated weight is 190 grams.
• Q: How much paracord is included?
  A: The handle is wrapped with 2.5 metres of paracord.
• Q: Can the paracord be used for climbing or supporting a person?
  A: No climbing or life-safety rating has been provided. Use it only for suitable non-load-bearing tasks.
• Q: How should I care for the spade?
  A: Remove soil after use and dry the spade before storing it. If used for outdoor toileting, clean it thoroughly and keep it separate from food and cooking equipment.

Summary

This EDC Spade combines stainless steel construction, a stated weight of 190g and 2.5m of handle-wrapped paracord. It is a practical addition to a New Zealand tramping kit for small digging tasks and preparation for responsible backcountry toileting where conditions and local guidance allow.