Stainless Sand Scoop

[04jeep]

Just purchased a stainless sand scoop with no handle. Called Lowes and Home Depot and neither have aluminum pipe so, wanted to see what others have done here before I went off to the hardware store.

 

[ARC]

Look for a metals supplier in your area.

 

[ARC]

If you choose Alum pipe make sure you use heavy wall tubing.

 

[DeepseekerADS]

My Stealth got away from me today, motor boat went by and the waves hit. I was already chin deep in the water, so I had to get back as quick as possible. In my flailing I'd let go of my scoop. I'm fortunate that my ash post hole digger handle floats upright, so I got it. Had I used a metal handle I'd have been unable to retrieve my $300 scoop. Another member here said that the carbon fiber handles float upright too.

A point for you to ponder.....

 

[04jeep]

My Stealth got away from me today, motor boat went by and the waves hit. I was already chin deep in the water, so I had to get back as quick as possible. In my flailing I'd let go of my scoop. I'm fortunate that my ash post hole digger handle floats upright, so I got it. Had I used a metal handle I'd have been unable to retrieve my $300 scoop. Another member here said that the carbon fiber handles float upright too.

A point for you to ponder.....

Glad to hear you didn't loose your scoop.
I should be able to find a wooden handle at the local hardware store. Didn't really want a metal handle to add additional weight. I think I'll get a quick release so I can remove handle from scoop when loading in the vehicle. Can I ask, what the total length of your scoop is, while I'm at it? And if you had to modify the handle to fit the sand scoop?

 

[04jeep]

Point well taken. Thanks AARC

 

[DeepseekerADS]

I think I'll get a quick release so I can remove handle from scoop when loading in the vehicle. Can I ask, what the total length of your scoop is, while I'm at it? And if you had to modify the handle to fit the sand scoop?

I'm having to go off memory here, and memory isn't always dependable.

I just bought the Stealth, wasn't thinking about handles yet. If I remember correctly, my particular setup used standard 1 1/4" U-Bolts, and the carbon fiber shafts were $100. So, I took a walk through Lowes, I'd already considered an Ash handle = post hole diggers, strong & flexible. I think it was $14.00 and measured a 1/16th over 1 1/4". I had to insert it into the scoop handle end. Clamped it down with the two u-bolts. On the end handle, I picked up one of those handle bar covers for the other end, and picked up one of those leverage handles posted lately. All for 1/4 the price of the carbon fiber.

As for height, I'm 5'-10" and sitting on the sand it's solid chest high, haven't measured it.

YES! With the weight of the handle plus the scoop, it's a bit heavy when you're carrying it around. But how far do you have to carry it? It's a lot lighter in the water, and the buoyancy sometimes serves to your advantage.

 

[04jeep]

I'm having to go off memory here, and memory isn't always dependable.

I just bought the Stealth, wasn't thinking about handles yet. If I remember correctly, my particular setup used standard 1 1/4" U-Bolts, and the carbon fiber shafts were $100. So, I took a walk through Lowes, I'd already considered an Ash handle = post hole diggers, strong & flexible. I think it was $14.00 and measured a 1/16th over 1 1/4". I had to insert it into the scoop handle end. Clamped it down with the two u-bolts. On the end handle, I picked up one of those handle bar covers for the other end, and picked up one of those leverage handles posted lately. All for 1/4 the price of the carbon fiber.

As for height, I'm 5'-10" and sitting on the sand it's solid chest high, haven't measured it.

YES! With the weight of the handle plus the scoop, it's a bit heavy when you're carrying it around. But how far do you have to carry it? It's a lot lighter in the water, and the buoyancy sometimes serves to your advantage.

Took off to the hardware store before your post, but didn't matter anyways. I have a completely different setup then yours. Mine has a hole for the handle that isn't slotted and a hole drilled in the side for a wood screw. The handles at Lowes were tapered and a bit of a sloppy fit. So, decided to wait until tomorrow since they were closing anyways. I guess the handle can be cut down a tad for a snug fit, but then I don't like the idea of a wood screw holding the handle on. I will try and drill the hole on the other side for mounting the handle with a pin with a bail on it so the handle can be removed easily for transport, but if I remember correctly, stainless steel is hard to drill through.

Thanks and HH

 

[MrMikeJackie]

Wooden dowels in the lumber section. I just purchased a length of white vinyl covered dowel for my stealth scoop, strong like bull too. Just make sure the grain is running perpendicular to the scoop when mounting.

 

[Truth]

Glad to hear you didn't loose your scoop.
I should be able to find a wooden handle at the local hardware store. Didn't really want a metal handle to add additional weight. I think I'll get a quick release so I can remove handle from scoop when loading in the vehicle. Can I ask, what the total length of your scoop is, while I'm at it? And if you had to modify the handle to fit the sand scoop?

I'm using a wooden shovel handle on mine and it's heavy as [emoji90].


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[04jeep]

Wooden dowels in the lumber section. I just purchased a length of white vinyl covered dowel for my stealth scoop, strong like bull too. Just make sure the grain is running perpendicular to the scoop when mounting.

Great idea. Will check selection at hardware store.

Thanks and HH

 

[ARC]

Alum heavy wall or decent medium wall..
expanding foam fill it... cap and done.

Will last indefinitely and floats straight up.

Personally I am "anti wood"... I do not like anything wood when it comes to being in use / constant contact with water.
Wood is a host for mold and rot even if you do not see it.
And no matter what... will at some point need to be replaced.

If you store your scoop indoors you will be bringing that into your home as well.



PS >
For those of you who "almost lost my scoopers"...
One word...

Lanyard.

IMO everything and anything you "might or could" loose... should have one.
A scoop leash is easily made from the "coil plastic wire".
Attach with brass snap hook(s) for easy removal.

 

[ARC]

PSS... use a white cap PVC is fine... screw via both sides in with SS screws (panheads)
IF adding lanyard...
small SS eyebolt EXACT length with Nylock nut INSTEAD or screws... one EYE bolt.
If longer bolt...
Cut. and wire wheel smooth.

 

[ARC]

Oh...
For the spiral wire...
Crimps are next to cable and chain etc at Home depot.

 

[ARC]

here is cheaper "alternate" foam filler for shaft.

 

[ARC]

Final words...

Wood sucks.

:P

 

[04jeep]

Alum heavy wall or decent medium wall..
expanding foam fill it... cap and done.

Will last indefinitely and floats straight up.

Personally I am "anti wood"... I do not like anything wood when it comes to being in use / constant contact with water.
Wood is a host for mold and rot even if you do not see it.
And no matter what... will at some point need to be replaced.

If you store your scoop indoors you will be bringing that into your home as well.

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PS >
For those of you who "almost lost my scoopers"...
One word...

Lanyard.

IMO everything and anything you "might or could" loose... should have one.
A scoop leash is easily made from the "coil plastic wire".
Attach with brass snap hook(s) for easy removal.

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AARC, best handle and leash idea yet

Thanks and HH

 

[ARC]

Thanks...
Oh a few more words on this...

IF going with the Alum as suggested...

When going to metal supply house... ask for the "scrap metals" section if they have one...
If not...
Leave and find a supply house that does.
Make some new friends if possible...
These places come in handy.

Anyway... get more tube than you need.
In other words... get longer a piece than needed... you can always cut it down later if decided.
Even if foamed etc.
The reason for this is simple...

Better to have more than less. :P
You can always go "down"" in size... but costs AGAIN to go "up" if later desired.

 

[ARC]

Annnnnnddddd finally yet. heh

Use tube cutter.
HD carries them... and so do neighbors :P

Oh... and ALWAYS use SS when attaching.
Rinse scoop after use and enjoy for the rest of your life if you so choose.

Once and done.

 

[ARC]

NP...
Lucky for you I am feeling "helpful" today :P

J/K