what tools do I need?

Aunty · « **Reply #15 on:** May 15, 2009, 16:02 »

They're not like that they only have a blade on one side and it's quite wide. More like a grub hoe.

http://www.easydigging.com/

noshed · « **Reply #16 on:** May 15, 2009, 16:07 »

I like my azada but it is fundamentally a mattock, which you can get cheaper

oldbean · « **Reply #17 on:** May 15, 2009, 16:13 »

Quote from: Eatyourgreens on May 15, 2009, 15:24

Can someone confirm that an Azada is just a fancy or trade name for an Adze or even a grubbing Mattock, a tool that has been around for hundreds of years?

And Adzes were always on a pick handle!

Bob

azada is Spanish for hoe. The handle fixing is designed to fit a convenient branch which the user would find, cut, fit and dig. Maybe the fresh branch would absorb the shocks where the seasoned one transmits it. I don't have trouble with shocks through the handle. I use light cuts, and if I need more effort, I get it moving fast towards the ground, then relax my grip just as it hits the ground. I don't want all that energy up my arms.

Those easydigging tools show much longer handle than are sold in the UK. That may make all the difference. Chillington sell shortish handles. I will make some longer handles.

Paul Plots · « **Reply #18 on:** May 15, 2009, 17:16 »

For clearing the top growth of weeds and grass I prefer to wait until it has rained or the ground is softer and then use a sharp spade to skim the surface off. Once you have the knack (it took me a while) it is quick and easy.

Then dig the lot through bit at a time to clear the ground of roots.

oldbean · « **Reply #19 on:** May 15, 2009, 17:33 »

Quote from: Learner on May 15, 2009, 17:16

............. use a sharp spade to skim the surface off. Once you have the knack (it took me a while) it is quick and easy.

That's ok when you are young/agile/fit or all three.

Aunty · « **Reply #20 on:** May 15, 2009, 17:36 »

Quote from: Learner on May 15, 2009, 17:16

For clearing the top growth of weeds and grass I prefer to wait until it has rained or the ground is softer and then use a sharp spade to skim the surface off. Once you have the knack (it took me a while) it is quick and easy.

Then dig the lot through bit at a time to clear the ground of roots.

That's what I did to my first plot 3 years ago. It certainly caused me less pain

And Oldbean, Aunty is NOT young 300+ at least

Paul Plots · « **Reply #21 on:** May 15, 2009, 18:47 »

Quote from: oldbean on May 15, 2009, 17:33

Quote from: Learner on May 15, 2009, 17:16
............. use a sharp spade to skim the surface off. Once you have the knack (it took me a while) it is quick and easy.

That's ok when you are young/agile/fit or all three.

True... my dad, at 94, now leaves this for me to do.

Eatyourgreens · « **Reply #22 on:** May 15, 2009, 19:11 »

think I will stick to Mattock as it's a perfectly good English word for a better looking tool (Proper handle).

Bob

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