Abstract: A shovel has a main handle, a blade member, a pivot base and an auxiliary handle. The blade member is mounted at an end of the main handle, the pivot base is pivoted on the main handle adjacent to the blade member and the auxiliary handle is pivoted on the pivot member. The main handle is rotatable independently relative to the pivot base. A user operates the shovel of the present invention by holding the main handle and the auxiliary handle and need only to turn the hand holding the main handle to tip the blade member for throwing the shoveled objects off.

Abstract: A flexible auxiliary handle having an elongate member having a hand grip portion associated with a first end and an attaching portion associated with a second end wherein the elongate member provides for torsion or bending or both in response to motions and forces applied to the grip portion. The elongate member is typically advantageously comprised of one or more segments having characteristics enabling such action. The flexible handle ergonomically allows the gripping hand to move freely while the implement's tool maintains orientation to the ground without undue need for balancing, or for avoiding or performing certain undesirable movements customary with auxiliary handles. Such auxiliary handle is attractive, lightweight, cost effective to manufacture, has many configurations, conserves implement storage and retail space, installs and adjusts without tools, fits a wide variety of implements, enables conventional implement use, remains within easy grasp of the user, and is pleasurable to own.

Abstract: A two handled shovel for clearing a surface, the shovel comprising a blade having a leading edge which contacts the surface, a main handle attached to the blade, and an auxiliary handle pivotally attached to the blade near the leading edge. The shovel may be used by one or two users.

Abstract: This invention describes an ergonomic shovel having an extensible grip connectably attached to a tether and return spring obstensibly located inside the primary handle and having a fairlead to facilitate the extending and retracting in accordance with prior art for stand-up shovels. A pocket or frame structure is described for disposition of the retracted auxiliary grip to facilitate storage.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle for use on an elongated rod-shaped handle of a tool includes an open loop member with a pair of opposed clamping arms connected to each other solely at a first end thereof via a gripping portion. The clamping arms have free distal end portions defining therebetween an opening adapted to receive the elongated rod-shaped handle. The clamping arms are displaceable about the gripping portion between a first position for accommodating rod-shaped handles of different cross-sectional dimensions and a second position wherein the clamping arms are resiliently depressed one towards the other for clamping onto the rod-shaped handle of the tool. The auxiliary handle also includes an actuator adapted to be connected to the clamping arms for controlling their movement between the first and second positions.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with a two-handled shovel for use in lifting or moving heavy loads, such as snow. The present invention comprises a snow shovel having a second handle assembly pivotally attached to the blade of the shovel. The assembly is an inverted U-shaped element having two legs and a handle grip. Each handle of the shovel has a rotatable hand grip that allows a person to keep their wrists stationary when lifting or moving snow. The second handle assembly further comprises a mechanism for adjusting the length of the legs to suit the person using the shovel.

Abstract: An ergonomic brace attachment for a pneumatic inline power tool. The attachment is designed to reduce the forces transmitted from the power tool to the operator. The device attaches non-destructively to a wide variety of inline power tools using the threaded air inlet port of the tool. A padded lever arm allows the operator to easily receive torque forces and the semi-u shape enables axial force to be applied to the tool with the large muscles of the arm, while providing for minimal restriction and ease of use. The lever arm is made from lightweight, strong material and is height-adjustable to accommodate a wide variety of tools and operator anatomies.

Abstract: A shovel for snow, dirt or other product comprises a main shovel handle having a main hand grip and a main pole which is attached to a blade; and an auxiliary handle having an auxiliary hand grip and an auxiliary pole. According to one aspect, the auxiliary pole has a threaded end which is received in a threaded bore in the main pole. The auxiliary pole can be easily attached and detached from the main pole. Adhesive can also be used. According to further aspects, a separate connecting device connects the auxiliary pole to the main pole. In one further aspect, the connecting device has a first branch threadably attached to the main pole, a second branch threadably attached to the auxiliary pole, and a third branch threadably attached to the blade. The connecting device could also be formed as a cuff or sleeve and entirely surround the main pole and be attached thereto such as with a screw, or could be formed in a semicircular cuff and be attached to the main pole such as with bands or clamps.

Abstract: This invention describes an extensible grip having a return line to facilitate the extending and retracting of a tethered grip of an ergonomic shovel in accordance with prior art for stand-up shovels using a flexible tether and biasing means. A pocket or frame structure is described for disposition of the retracted auxiliary grip to facilitate storage.

Abstract: A hoeing implement for mixing concrete or mortar, or for garden hoeing, is provided with a side grip that helps in controlling the implement during use. The side grip can be loosened to allow the grip to be adjusted along the length of the shank of the implement or tightened to firmly secure the side grip onto the shank. The side grip is loosened or tightened by rotating a handle on the side grip.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle attachable to a tool having an elongated handle is disclosed. The auxiliary handle has a shaft with a gripping yoke at one end for manual gripping. At the opposite end of the shaft a contact surface is positioned which interfaces with the tool handle in abutting relationship. A clamp is positioned facing the contact surface for clamping the contact surface against the tool handle. The contact surface is angularly disposed so as to permit the auxiliary handle to be angularly oriented with respect to the tool handle. The contact surface is divided into two contact faces which engage the tool handle in spaced relation to each other. The clamp has a clamping piece with a contact region also divided into spaced apart contact surfaces for engaging the tool handle. The clamping piece is bolted to the shaft. A cross bolt and clips hold the attachment bolts to the sides of the shaft.

Abstract: A handle and method for use with a manually operated implement including an elongated tubular frame (A) with a holder (B) at one end for receiving a shank portion of the implement against rotation and movement in and out with respect to the holder and for achieving a two-point control by the user through a slidable support (C) opposite the holder and an intermediate upright hand grip (D), a strap (E) carried by a support (C) being provided for encompassing an arm of the user just below the elbow facilitating the application of force upwardly and downwardly as well as in and out through the implement. A second single straight length of tubing (F) has a holder for attachment to the frame and a second holder for attachment of a selected implement.

Abstract: A shovel for snow, dirt or other product comprises a main shovel handle having a main hand grip and a main pole which is attached to a blade; and an auxiliary handle having an auxiliary hand grip and an auxiliary pole. According to one aspect, the auxiliary pole has a threaded end which is received in a threaded bore in the main pole. The auxiliary pole can be easily attached and detached from the main pole. Adhesive can also be used. According to further aspects, a separate connecting device connects the auxiliary pole to the main pole. In one further aspect, the connecting device has a first branch threadably attached to the main pole, a second branch threadably attached to the auxiliary pole, and a third branch threadably attached to the blade. The connecting device could also be formed as a cuff or sleeve and entirely surround the main pole and be attached thereto such as with a screw, or could be formed in a semicircular cuff and be attached to the main pole such as with bands or clamps.

Abstract: A frame assembly for attachment to an elongated shaft of a tool. The frame assembly is arranged to increase the leverage and handling capabilities of the tool. The frame assembly comprises a generally triangularly shaped frame having a housing portion leg, a forward leg and a rearward leg. The forward and the rearward legs meet at an apex of the frame assembly. A securement mechanism secures the housing portion leg to the shaft of the tool. An articulable handle is arranged on the apex of the frame assembly to permit the tool to be leveraged by a user of the frame assembly in an enhanced manner.

Abstract: A handle is disclosed for tools such as shovels and the like. The handle includes first and second legs, each of which has a first end which is securable to a tool head such that the first and second legs extend outwardly from the tool head in generally parallel relation to one another. A handlebar is connected to second ends of the first and second legs. The handlebar is curved to accommodate a normal orientation of a user's wrists. A lower handle is slidably connected to the first and second legs so as to be moveable toward and away from the handlebar and pivotable between a retracted position and an operating position. In the operating position the lower handle extends outward from a plane defined by the first and second legs. A slide lock is provided for selectively securing the lower handle to the first and second legs.

Abstract: A handle assembly for a tool for providing an ergonomic handle designed to minimize back strain and injury. The handle assembly for a tool includes a main member with a gripping portion, a connection assembly which extends from the main member and includes a pair of opposing connection arms, and a locking assembly couplable to the opposing connection arms for clamping the opposing connection arms to an elongated rod handle of a tool.

Abstract: The present invention relates to auxiliary handles for long-handled implements used to manually move or manipulate materials, such as shovels and pitchforks, and in particular to an improved detachable auxiliary handle which enables use of an implement without twisting and thus decreases back strain and back injury. The auxiliary handle comprises an angled frame, of which the first member or leg is a handle member and of which the second member or leg is a brace member. One end of the handle member is the free end, which is grasped by the user's hand, and may further comprise a hand grip; the other end of the handle member comprises a clamp which is attached to the implement handle nearer the shovel or fork end. One end of the brace member is attached to the handle member near the free end, to form an angle with the brace member; the other end of the brace member comprises a clamp that is attached to the implement handle nearer the free end.

Abstract: A versatile attachment in the form of an elongated member having an obtuse angle is mounted on a shovel handle. The lower end of the elongated member is pivotally mounted in a cantilever manner to the lower portion of the shovel handle. The elongated member mounted with the obtuse angle portion of the elongated member located selectively either above or below the longitudinal axis of the shovel handle. A cross bar member is provided at the upper free end of the elongated member and a rotary wheel is rotatably mounted on the cross bar member. A strap is provided at the shovel handle and is operative for securing the attachment to the latter.

Abstract: This design is to be used by handicapped persons for the removal of snow. The invention is made to be used with one arm, and is adjustable to fit a short or tall person with only one aim or leg, left or right. It consists of a grip handle which is secured to two plates by bolts which are attached in turn to the main shaft by bolts, and is made adjustable by holes drilled into the main shaft. It also has a cradle at the upper end of the main shaft in which the forearm rests to give it stability and leverage to lift the loaded shovel for throwing snow. This cradle is attached to the main shaft by clamps which are also adjustable by releasing the bolts and moving it up and down on the shaft, which is also used to allow for use of different sized persons in unision with the adjustment of the grip handle.

Abstract: A ditch scooping device for removing loose dirt from deep, narrow trenches. The ditch scooping device includes an elongate shaft having a top end and a bottom end; and also includes a particle pickup member being removably attached to the bottom end of the elongate shaft; and further includes handle members being attached to the elongate shaft.

Abstract: A gardening tool which consists of a handle grip, a tool head section, an extension rod and a support pad; a section of the extension rod is joined and secured to the handle grip, and since the support pad is actively conjoined with the extension rod to form a contoured, recessed area, the user is provided with a columnar handle to grasp as well as, a firm support for the forearm.

Abstract: A frame assembly for attachment to an elongated shaft of a tool. The frame assembly is arranged to increase the leverage and handling capabilities of the tool. The frame assembly comprises a generally triangularly shaped frame having a housing portion leg, a forward leg and a rearward leg. The forward and the rearward legs meet at an apex of the frame assembly. A securement mechanism secures the housing portion leg to the shaft of the tool. An articulable handle is arranged on the apex of the frame assembly to permit the tool to be leveraged by a user of the frame assembly in an enhanced manner.

Abstract: A combined type stainless steel chopstick formed by at least two materials is disclosed. The chopstick is formed by tightly combining a holding body with a stainless steel cover, and a front section of the stainless steel cover has a textured surface. The cleaning work is easy, and the cambered edge causes no residue left on the chopstick. Moreover, the defect of generating bacterial on the chopstick as that in the prior art chopstick is improved. The chopstick is made of at least two materials so that the holding sense is preferred, further, since the clamping portion has a textured surface, the clamping effect is good.

Abstract: A pivoting auxiliary handle for a shovel or other hand tool having an elongated primary handle. The range of motion of the auxiliary handle about the axis of the elongated primary handle is limited. A user holds the primary handle in one hand and the auxiliary handle in the other hand. This reduces back strain, makes it easier to pick up, carry, and dispose of heavy loads, and allows the exertion of downward force by both hands (and also possibly a foot) on the tool. In the preferred embodiment, the elongated primary handle is generally cylindrical, and the auxiliary handle is attached to a circular collar that is seated within a recess in the shaft of the primary handle. The means for limiting the movement of the auxiliary handle is a pin extending outwardly from the recess in the shaft through a recess in the collar. The opposite ends of the recess in the collar limit the movement of the pin, and thereby limit the movement of the auxiliary handle.

Abstract: A hand held garden rake configured to enhance downward force for digging and raking. The rake has a rod frame which extends from tines located at the front end of the rake to a brace located at the rear of the rake. The frame is bent to extend back towards the front end of the rake, at which point the frame terminates in an upwardly extending handle. The brace rests on the forearm, so that additional force is developed when the tines of the rake are urged downwardly into the ground. The vertical orientation of the handle is more natural and comfortable than would be a horizontal orientation. The handle is provided with a molded grip for cooperating with a user's hand. The brace has a resilient cushion for comfort when pressing downwardly on the tines.

Abstract: A detachable and adjustable auxiliary handle for a long-handled material-moving tool that includes a swiveling hand grip attached to an outer section of lightweight galvanized tubing, housing an inner section of lightweight galvanized tubing, that is adjustable in length by inserting a push pin through the outer tubing into any one of a plurality of through holes in the inner tubing. The inner tubing has a tube fitting at the bottom to be pivotly attached to a swiveling u-shaped form, connecting the downward directed bolt of the u-shaped form to a coupling nut that is welded to the top of the base of a standard muffler clamp. The base portion of the muffler clamp is then attached with the threaded u-bolt of the muffler clamp and then fastened to the lower end of a long-handled material-moving tool. The swivel action of the hand grip and u-shaped form, along with the adjustable and pivotable tubing, relieves the strain on ones back, wrist, and forearm while shovelling.

Abstract: An improved digging tool for digging holes and the like. A shovel is pivotally attached to a handle shaft and includes an improved primary lever mechanism and a secondary lever mechanism.

Abstract: A shovel has a pan connected to an end handle by a shaft. A lever is attached to the shaft to assist in lifting a load. The lever has an L-shaped member and a portion of the L-shaped member is received in the bight portion of a spring. The lever preferably is resiliently attached to the shaft and returns automatically to a position adjacent to the shaft when the load on the shovel is emptied. A method of using the shovel is disclosed.

Abstract: A device for gathering and lifting leaves that utilizes a specially designed pair of leaf scoops that are pivotally secured to each other in opposing orientation via their handles. Each of the leaf scoops is provided with a separate pivotal axis that extends through the handle of the leaf scoop. The leaf scoops are offset from each other so that the handles can be operated like the handles of a pair of scissors in order to open and close the heads of the leaf scoops relative to each other, thereby capturing leaves between the scoop heads so the leaves can be transported and so the leaves can be released when the leaves have been transported to the desired location. The device is provided with a central handle that attaches midway between the pivotal axes so that the user can grasp the central handle when lifting the device and the leaves.

Abstract: A paintbrush connectable to an extension is provided. The paintbrush has a threaded bore for threaded engagement with an extension pole. At least one handle having a sleeve portion can be slid over the extension pole and secured thereto to facilitate more accurate control of the paintbrush. The handle is infinitely adjustable along the length of the extension pole.

Abstract: A leveraged gardening tool device having an elongated body, a hand grip, a forearm receptacle at one end of the elongated body and a gardening tool securing mechanism at the other end of the opposing end of the elongated body for receiving and maintaining the shaft of a small gardening tool. The elongated body has an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper and lower portions being separated by an approximate 195.degree. bend in the elongated body. The bend is provided for optimal one-handed use of the gardening tool and results in a decrease in the amount of fatigue traditionally encountered when using a conventional hand-held gardening tool. One embodiment of the invention allows for an assortment of removably engageable gardening tools for use with the gardening tool.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle assembly useful with load-lifting hand tools. The assembly includes a cylindrical sleeve with an external thread, the sleeve being received over the end of the primary handle before its operating member is attached thereto. An auxiliary handle is connected to the sleeve by an attachment nut which has a single turn thread which engages the external thread of the sleeve. The sleeve and primary handle turn freely relative to the attachment nut to permit dumping of the load carried by operating member. The load application point of the auxiliary handle can be moved up and down the primary handle by relative rotation between the attachment nut and the sleeve to optimize the lifting capabilities of the modified tool for a particular user.

Abstract: A manually-operable shovel for efficiently moving material, including a shovel blade, a shovel handle, a joint for attaching the shovel blade to the shovel handle, and an articulation device cooperating with the joint for permitting the operator to position the blade to a predetermined fixed angle in relation to the direction of blade movement for moving the material in a predetermined desired relation to the direction of blade movement. The articulation device is moveable between an unlocked position wherein the angle of the blade in relation to the direction of blade movement is variable and a locked position wherein the angle of the blade is locked into a fixed angle in relation to the direction of blade movement. The articulation device automatically assumes the locked position during a forward, material engaging movement of the shovel and automatically assumes the unlocked position during a rearward material disengaging, movement of the shovel.

Abstract: A frictionless household implement that includes a pole attached to a work piece that has a cylindrical slip handle for overlying the pole and facilitating frictionless lateral movement of the slip handle over the pole. The end of the pole opposite to the work piece is a rotational handle affixed transversely to the pole.

Abstract: A snow shovel construction 10 including a curved and tapered blade member 20 having an enlarged end 21 and a smaller end 22. The blade member 20 is disposed at an angle of approximately 60.degree. relative to a handle member 30 that is provided with a pair of offset hand grip elements 33, 34 and further provided with a reinforcement unit 13 disposed both on the blade member 20 and between the blade member 20 and the handle member 30.

Abstract: The present invention is a shovel that is adapted to quickly and efficiently fill containers, such as bags, with loose materials, such as sand or gravel. The shovel has a main body with a pair of handles located on first and second sides of the body, respectively. The body is preferably seven-sided and made by taking a piece of material and removing three of its four corner points. The seven-sided body has two long edges that meet at first ends, respectively, to form a single acute point. The acute point on this shovel allows the user to gain access to compacted or frozen materials that otherwise might be a problem to collect. Second ends of the two long edges meet first ends of two short edges, respectively, forming a first pair of obtuse points. Second ends of the two short edges meet first ends of two medium edges, respectively, forming a second pair of obtuse points. Second ends of the medium edges meet opposite ends of a third short edge, respectively, thereby forming a third pair of obtuse points.

Abstract: A lifting tool for roasted meat, having a main handle with a longitudinal handle axis, a first handle end and a second handle end. A pair of tines are spaced apart, each having a tine base end and a tine tip end and being formed with a substantially continuous curve which is concave when viewed from the second handle end. A pair of cross members connect the first handle end to the tine base ends. Preferably, an auxiliary handle is provided, having a gripping region and being affixed such that the curve of the tines is concave when viewed from the gripping region. The auxiliary handle preferably has an auxiliary handle base section which extends upwards from the cross members and an auxiliary handle set-back section which connects the auxiliary handle base section to the gripping region and which extends towards the second handle end. The lifting tool preferably has a stabilizing prong having a longitudinal prong axis which is parallel to the handle axis, and a prong tip which is pointed.

Abstract: A hand held garden tool configured to enhance downward force for digging and raking. The tool has a rod frame which extends from a working element attached to the tool at the front end of the tool to a brace located at the rear of the tool. The brace rests on the user's wrist or forearm, so that additional force is developed when the working element is urged downwardly into the ground. A handle depends from the frame at a point between the working element and the brace. Vertical orientation of the handle is more natural and comfortable than would be a horizontal orientation. The handle is provided with a molded grip for cooperating with a user's hand. The tool has a chuck for accepting diverse working heads, and preferably is provided with a plurality of diverse working heads. Exemplary working heads include rake, spade, and pry.

Abstract: A dual handled implement device 10 including a main handle unit 11 and an auxiliary handle unit 12 pivotally connected to one another by a linkage unit 13 which is pivotally connected on one end to the main handle unit 11 and which is pivotally connected on the other end to the auxiliary handle unit 12.

Abstract: A hand shovel having a first, fixed handle and a second, pivotal handle coacting to provide an improved loading and lifting action by eliminating the need for bending or stooping during shovelling. The fixed handle is attached at its forward end to a conventional shovel blade of the scoop or pusher type. The pivotal handle is mounted frontally of the fixed handle with its forward, lower end pivotally attached by pins to the sides of the shovel blade. The lower portion of the pivotal handle carries a generally rectangular plate constituting an extension of the shovel blade and co-acting therewith when the pivotal handle is in a forward operating position to facilitate loading of the shovel with a material such as snow and its subsequent transfer from a sidewalk, driveway or other surface or area.

Abstract: A hand held garden rake configured to enhance downward force for digging and raking. The rake has a rod frame which extends from tines located at the front end of the rake to a brace located at the rear of the rake. The frame is bent to extend back towards the front end of the rake, at which point the frame terminates in an upwardly extending handle. The brace rests on the forearm, so that additional force is developed when the tines of the rake are urged downwardly into the ground. The vertical orientation of the handle is more natural and comfortable than would be a horizontal orientation. The handle is provided with a molded grip for cooperating with a user's hand. The brace has a resilient cushion for comfort when pressing downwardly on the tines.

Abstract: A multi-function hand tool includes a handle assembly (20) comprising a plurality of handle segments (22, 32, 42) selectively connectible end to end to provide a handle having a length appropriate for the function to be performed. The handle assembly further includes a counterweight (52), a D-type handle (62), and various adaptors (72, 82, 92) whereby the handle assembly may be configured to the performance of a specific function. The multi-function hand tool further comprises a plurality of tool heads (100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170, 190, 200, 210) which are selectively engageable with the handle assembly to configure the multi-function hand tool to the performance of a desired function.

Abstract: A back saving handle extension for attachment to the straight, shaft-like type of handle typically found on a wheelbarrow which allows a person of taller than average stature to effectively use the wheelbarrow, or similar device, without having to bend over excessively to do so. It is contemplated for a pair of extensions to be employed for most effective use of a device having two handles, with one extension being connected to each handle. Each extension comprises a arcuate tubular member having a flexible hand grip attached to its distal end and connection means securely attaching its other end to the distal end of a straight wheelbarrow-type of handle. For use of a wheelbarrow by only people of taller than average stature, extension may be positioned in a vertical orientation with its hand grip substantially above its arcuate member.

Abstract: A tool handle extension is permanently or semi-permanently attachable to a tool having a straight, elongate handle, such as a snow pusher, push broom, or similar tool. The extension enables the user to extend the reach of the tool for clearing large areas having only limited access thereto, as in clearing snow from a roof area from an overlooking dormer window or the like. The extension is formed of standard, off the shelf components, with a cylindrical tube handle extension and crossmember forming a T configuration. Diagonal brace straps are provided between the ends of the crossmember and a lower point on the handle extension, for better lateral strength. Additional features, such as hand grips, end caps for the tubular members, sleeves to accommodate differences in internal tube diameter and tool handle diameter, and anti-crush plugs inserted into the tubes at various attach points, may be incorporated.

Abstract: A two-component tool handle, comprised of a yoke member having yoke arms and a grip member, constructed so as to allow the grip member to be lockingly secured to the yoke arms upon simple rotation of the grip member when inserted in yoke arms, to thereby lock the yoke arms together and thereby form a D-shaped tool handle. Detent means, preferably in the form of a protruding member on the grip member, and a recessed portion on the yoke arm members, or vice versa, are provided, which snap into engagement upon the grip member being rotated within the yoke arms from a first position to the third (locked) position.

Abstract: A snow shovel having a conventional blade (10) and handle (13) includes an auxiliary handle (18) tethered to the shovel by means of a resilient and/or flexible cord (19). The cord may be a folded bungee cord, the ends (20, 21) of which are secured to holes (30, 31) in the blade by means of hooks (28, 29) on the ends of the cord. A pliable tubing (33) may contain the bungee cord ends.

Abstract: A full motion leverage enhancing grip assembly for attachment to an elongate handle of a shovel or similar tool is described. The leverage enhancing grip comprising a substantially semi-ellipsoid gripping portion, in planar alignment with the tool handle, extending distally outward from the tool handle relative to the user; a substantially linear attachment portion for engaging the elongate handle of a tool, where the linear attachment portion intersects the gripping portion to form an angle of intersection; and at least one J-clamp and at least one adjustment knob securely placed in a knob housing. The adjustment knob having a hole substantially in the center to receive a threaded rod, the rod being connected at one end to the J-clamp. The rotation of the adjustment knob about its axis within the knob housing, causes the threaded rod and the J-clamp attached to it, to be moved linearly parallel to the axis of the threaded rod, within the hole of the adjustment knob.

Abstract: A detachable and adjustable auxiliary handle for a long-handled material-moving tool includes a handle bracket having a first leg portion with an end attached to a first foot portion which is curved to fitting mount upon the handle shaft of a shovel, and further having a second leg portion which is integral to the first leg portion and extends at an acute angle relative to the first leg portion and has an end which is attached to a second foot portion which is curved to fitting mount upon the handle shaft of a shovel, and further has three holes aligned and spaced long the length thereof. A generally U-shaped hand-hold support member is adjustably fastened to the second leg portion upon any of the three holes and supports a hand-hold member which is fastened between the two extension portions of the hand-hold support member.

Abstract: An attachment for a shovel which aids the user in lifting a fully loaded shovel blade without incurring back strain. The attachment is pivotally mounted to the main shovel shaft near the blade and has a cambered portion remote from the shaft. A foot pedal at the distal end of the cambered portion enables the user to apply his body weight so as to rock the attachment along the cambered portion and lift the loaded shovel blade.

Abstract: The present device relates to a shovel which enables a user to gain an increased amount of leverage. In its broadest context, the present invention includes a handle having a hand hold at one end thereof and an inner connection member at the opposite end thereof. This inner connection member includes both a tubular sleeve component and an arch component. A rectangular planar grip spans the intermediate extent of the arch component. Furthermore, a foot rest spans the intermediate extent of the arch component approximate the closed end. This foot rest includes a surface depression with a number of texture-creating protrusions formed thereon. Furthermore, a blade is secured to the bottom end of the foot rest.