Human Powered Snow Thrower

by Justin on December 28, 2004

in Tools

WhovelThis new snow throwing tool, called a “Whovel”, uses your body weight to lift and throw snow and slush.

After suffering repeated back injuries, the company founder began working on snow removal designs that could reduce back injuries, while avoiding the many problems associated with gas-powered snow blowers.

Available from: Whovel.Com ($119 + $35 shipping)

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