permaculture

[John Schinnerer <john@eco-living.net>]

Aloha,

Main problem I have with just everyday tools (shovel, rake, etc.) is 
that the handles are too short.

I'm taller than average, sure, but nowhere near NBA tall - only 191cm 
(75.5") - and still, most all shovels and rakes and hoes and brooms and 
other "stand-up" tools need about another 6-8" of handle to be long 
enough for me to use comfortably (that is, to use with proper standing 
posture, keeping my back safe, etc.).
The more affordable the tool, on average, the shorter the handle (with a 
few happy exceptions).

Years ago I was thinking of starting a "tall tools" specialty, just 
contracting with existing tool makers to do longer handles.
Maybe we'll roll this in with your enterprise, Larry?  :-)

cheers,
John S.


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