New scoop too heavy

[harleyroadangel]

Hi,

I recently bought a new scoop from Kellyco.....the stainless steel/wood handle .....pro water scoop I think it's called. It works great, but is wayyyy too heavy for the likes of me[5 lbs.] I do have one of the short handle ones with an open weave basket, and like that one fine, but wanted something long handled.

If anyone in the Clearwater area would like to trade me for something lite to use in the under 2lb. bracket, plez write me.

Thanks,
Joy

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

Hi,

I recently bought a new scoop from Kellyco.....the stainless steel/wood handle .....pro water scoop I think it's called. It works great, but is wayyyy too heavy for the likes of me[5 lbs.] I do have one of the short handle ones with an open weave basket, and like that one fine, but wanted something long handled.

If anyone in the Clearwater area would like to trade me for something lite to use in the under 2lb. bracket, plez write me.

Thanks,
Joy

Joy, sent you an IM....

 

[harleyroadangel]

Here is a pic of my 2 scoops. The little hand held one , I am happy with, except it does get tiresome bending over. The one I bought is just way too heavy for me and meant for water scooping, which I am not currently doing. I had bought it, thinking durability. It cost $90. I would love one of the less expensive, light weight ones with the curved handle, that will allow you to kick it, but be in the 2lb. category. I don't want to deal with shipping. Just a simple trade with some one local. I know there are many of us around pier 60 area...lol. Am posting a pic of the 2 scoops, so you can see the difference. Thanks,
Joy

 

[wildman4910]

Joy have thought about having a longer handle added to your smaller scoop?
A local weld shop should be able to add it relatively cheaply.

It started out like this.

After I added the longer 45in(including the bend) handle, it ended up 4ft long and I no longer have to bend down to scoop.

Just a thought.

 

[Sandman]

For the dry sand a screen type basket is fast sifting. Here is the one I like for dry sand and it works OK in the wet if target isn't too deep. It is a RTG Beachmaster. http://www.rtgstore.com/rtgscoops.htm This one has a 40" handle and you can push it in with your foot if needed.

 

[Acquisitor]

my scoop weights 4 kg or 9lpb,I got used to it, grew more muscle and it feels great. Advantage of it is that its very wide and deep, about 10" wide and 11" long . I can grab many things with it

 

[N2CU]

I know you want to trade but here's probably what you want... Under 2lbs.

 

[harleyroadangel]

Joy have thought about having a longer handle added to your smaller scoop?
A local weld shop should be able to add it relatively cheaply.

It started out like this.

After I added the longer 45in(including the bend) handle, it ended up 4ft long and I no longer have to bend down to scoop.

Just a thought.

I like how that turned out! I do think that I'd like to keep the little one, as is , though, as it is so easy to throw in my backpack, for the times I might be traveling.

Everyone has come up with some really good suggestions, and I thank you all. Guess I'll wait and see if anyone local comes up with a trade...otherwise this will be the start of a collection.

Thanks Everyone!
Joy

 

[N2CU]

Joy,

I neglected to mention the scoop is from RTG. Keep in mind that if you are looking for a scoop to push into the sand with your foot, the mesh basket variety is generally not suitable. You can crush the basket with too much pressure. Some scoops are available with basket reinforcement but that adds weight. I would suggest the aluminum scoop that is specifically designed for pushing in with your foot.

Tom

 

[harleyroadangel]

Joy,

I neglected to mention the scoop is from RTG. Keep in mind that if you are looking for a scoop to push into the sand with your foot, the mesh basket variety is generally not suitable. You can crush the basket with too much pressure. Some scoops are available with basket reinforcement but that adds weight. I would suggest the aluminum scoop that is specifically designed for pushing in with your foot.

Tom

Tom,
Yes, I noticed that. Lots of pros and cons with each one. I already know I will have to give up the sturdy, long lasting factor if I want to stay lite weight. It could be that my little short handled one will be the best one for me after all. I did watch a guy that used a different technique using the short basket type, than how I've been using it, which seemed much faster. I've been...getting a good scoop....shakeing it side to side....many times needing three or four times per hole of finding the target.

This other fellow, quickly dug out three or four scoops.......knocked the piles over and usually the target was visible. I'm going to try that next time out.
Thanks,
Joy

 

[Treasure_Hunter]

If your not hunting in the water or waters edge where you can use the water to drain basket then dig a full basket, scan the hole, if target is still in hole, throw basket of sand on the beach and scoop again, when target is no longer in the hole throw basket of sand on the ground, scan and kick portion of sand where target is with your foot, scan the pile again, locate target and kick that portion of the pile aside again.. You can quickly locate a target this way if you do not have a water proof pinpointer...

 

[magjm]

I'm afraid that's the nature of any decent water scoop. I'm over 60 and muscles, if I once had any, are responding to age and gravity. I have several light scoops of various lengths but usually drag the 5-6 pounder. When you are at the water's edge, racing the waves, the big scoops get that sand moving. I've worn out a couple of the light ones that just don't hold up to the work. Try rigging up a bungee, loop, that lets you drag the scoop. Another idea is try to find a variety of scoops to heft and see if you find a compromise between strength and weight you can handle.

HH Magjm

 

[stavr]

here's one of my models scoop ....
"KREPISH" weight 2,36 lb
and it's not the lightest model, the model is 2 lb or less

 

[Sandman]

You don't have to hang on to any of the scoops. Many make a scoop holder out of a carpenters hammer belt and hang the scoop from that. Most install a L bolt on the belt for the same purpose, but some just drag it.

 

[stavr]

scoop must carry on behind back.
well-tuned metalodetektor will react if the scoop in front or on the belt.