How heavy is it? Or do u not feel the weight so much because you're pushing, not lifting. I'm a 70+yo woman, & until last year when I had a handyman,have always done my own shoveling,3-4" @ a time How heavy is it? Or do u not feel the weight so much because you're pushing, not lifting. I'm a 70+yo woman, & until last year when I had a handyman,have always done my own... » Read More How heavy is it? Or do u not feel the weight so much because you're pushing, not lifting. I'm a 70+yo woman, & until last year when I had a handyman,have always done my own shoveling,3-4" @ a time « Show Less
1492361
I am your age and have found this too heavy--it's hard to unload the shovel even when a small amount of snow is shoveled. I am looking for another option.
1492362
I think it's pretty heavy. I'm 51 but fairly weak and I do my own shoveling also. The shovel is on the heavy side but is easy to push. However, when you get to the edge to try to tip the snow off the edge of the driveway or sidewalk, it's pretty heavy. I think a snow thrower is a better option for you.
1492363
It's hard to guess. But if you've been doing your own shoveling up to now. this would probably work for you. I would consider a smaller size how ever. Suncast SF1725 17.5-Inch No Lift Easy Glide Snow Shovel Blade Scoop with Wear Strip. (I don't have experience with that.) One thing this type shovel is good for larger areas but harder for detail work. (Stairs corners etc.) Also don't fill it until you can't move it and Pam or other spray will help keep it slick to remove wet snow.
1492364
I find it to be pretty darn heavy. It's best for just a low layer of snow because otherwise it gets so full of snow that you get stuck. It's easy to overstrain with this shovel. Generally I prefer my smaller shovels.
1492365
I would guess it's about 8 pounds. It is much easier to move snow with this than with a shovel - but it's still work! While using it, you are pushing the snow and not lifting it until you want to empty it at the end of a run. Then you just lift the handle up and rock the sled up on its front edge. While doing a run, I found that by moving the handle up it dug the metal front edge down and it got harder to push. Moving the handle down a little let the sled ride ride on its bottom skids and it was much easier.
1492366
Well, it weighs 11 pounds or so, but I suspect that was not really what you were asking. I suspect that you want to know how hard it is to push when it's got snow in it. I can't answer that precisely, because I would need some sort of testing device to do that. And, of course, it depends upon how much snow you have in it. It is somewhat harder to push than a regular snow shovel, but I don't think it is overly difficult to push. Remember the old push lawn mowers? I would compare it to those, assuming your blades were reasonably sharp.
1492367
It's heavier than a shovel. You can use your body to push it and adjust how much snow you want to pick up per scoop. I'm 58 and a man. I have no intention of using this thing when I'm 70! Keep the handyman.
1869559
Though well balanced & comfortable to use this saw is definately on the heavy side. Unless you are used to handling a larger saw a lot you will likely "feel it" after a few hours of use. Overhead cutting is also demanding due to the overall weight of the saw. Personally I love the saw and I've owned several over the years including a 20" husky. Hope this is helpful
1451590
I'm 52 and don't have any problems pushing it. However, my 80 year old Mom says it's "hard" to push.
640711
I've had my shovel for three years and am a HUGE HUGE HUGE fan, but I can only use it for the drier snowfalls. Once Colorado gets heavy, wet snow in the spring, I find the shovel bogs down and I just can't use it. Then again, I am a 125-pound female, so perhaps someone stronger can muscle it. I can't.
2270949
Well without weighing it it might be hard to be exact. I find the shove in general to be pretty light because the scoop is a high density plastic and it makes it pretty light weight. I recommend this product and my previous product had an aluminum handle. I live in WI and it takes a beating. I don't think you'll be disappointed. I shopped all the big box stores and couldn't find anything this nice. .
93273
When it isn't full you don't feel it. When it is getting close to full you start to feel a little heavier. I am also mindful of the clock. Best way is to judge for yourself. Everyone is different. Find what works for you.
579009
It's too heavy for me to move/lift myself (60 yr old female), but the ladder is worth getting anyway. It has wheels and can be rolled most places. I can extend the ladder by myself, but it goes more quickly with someone helping.
1550104
Everything on this shovel is "thick and heavy." :) I fought with it to open it and didn't bend a thing. At least the one I got needed some oiling and working back-and-forth, but it certainly did "hold up to strong leverage." You'll be pleased, I'm sure.
1919883
I always just tilt the handle to lift the blade, and I don't have any problems. My driveway has depressed sewers and cracks, so I have to adjust as I go. Admittedly, sometimes I feel like I'm wrestling with the handle, but that's just my shoveling techniqueLOL!! I'm in Connecticut, and we've had lots of snow this winter already; my Snowcaster is doing a great job.
36178
At my heaviest I weighed 210, and I didn't feel it was going anywhere at that weight. Though we're talking another 85lbs from that. I'm not really sure.
1724049
I'm 81 and I have no trouble using it, however if you arthritis in your hands it would be difficult and it is heavy.
1949938
I have the thirty inch shovel, this is my second season with shovel, heavy duty shovel, little on the heavy side, when I push snow with it, I just try not to lift shovel, I normally drag it back, if you have physical limits, I would get the 24, I'm 67 and I think a 24 inch is too small for pushing snow, I just work around the weight of the thirty inch, both shovels will give you years of service if your careful with them
2235318
That doesn't seem right. But I can't be sure without weighing it. I will say I put it together with no difficulty, and pick it up and move it easily. It doesn't seem heavy. I am seventy with a bad arm, so I think it if I can pick it up and move it, most people can. It is sturdy though.
336626
It depends on how old you are. After about age 25, it weighs as much as your age. Mine ways 65 lbs.
615229
I would have to dig out the manuel but my wife and I who are both "old" and retired do not find it heavy at all. It is by far the best hand vacuum we have ever owned. I have one complaint: It was twenty-five dollars cheaper at Lowe's. I found that out after I spent the hundred bucks at Amazon.
1848764
My husband had carried out 36 lb yr old. He said it was like carrying a hiking pack that heavy. You get to a point where if your body isn't used to carrying that much weight it will always be uncomfortable because it's too much for your body. He had no problem with it. He carries that much weight hiking frequently.
1426788
I'm a 78 year old woman. I bought a five-foot ladder because six-foot would have been too heavy for me to carry. Also because I am short a six-foot ladder would have been too awkward for me to handle.