Breakdown: Human-Machine Interfaces
The Radius handle provides a comfortable and stable grip. You can grip the handle in the natural wrist position which allows you strength and control while cultivating.The curve of the handle and a pointed protrusion at the end of the handle helps the hand register in the natural wrist position easily. The grip is thick which reduces cramping and provides improved control and stability.
A good tool acts as an extension of the body. This is a good tool that acts as an extension on your arm and allows you to claw and sift the soil.
Ergonomic Breakdown: Comfort Factors
The form factor of the Radius handle is comfortable to grip.The grip surface provides a solid interface even when wet and is pleasant and soft to touch.
The aluminum/magnesium blade has an anti-glare matte finish which makes it easy to look at even in bright sunlight.
Ergonomic Breakdown: Efficiency Factors
The Radius handle transfers your strength to the soil through the tool more efficiently than a conventional handle.The strong, pointed tines pierce the soil with ease.
The color of the handle and the finish on the blade make the cultivator easy to find in the dirt, grass, tool box or shed.
The end of the handle has a pointed protrusion that makes it a breeze to hang up.
Use, Misuse & Unknowns
With the natural wrist position and the angle of the tines you can use a hammer motion to really penetrate the soil.
My first impressions of the Radius Garden Cultivator gave me only one real concern. That was the cast aluminum/magnesium blade. In my past experiences cast aluminum blades have always been a poor quality alternative to forged metal. This cast aluminum/magnesium alloy seams to be an exception to that thought. I felt no weakness within the blade or handle throughout the usability test and do not see any premature breakage in its future. However, only time will really tell.
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