After breaking my third scoop handle this year, even while being careful , I think I have a good fix. I use a shovel handle I get at the big box home store. After cutting off the to long taper end for a good fit into the scoop I drilled hole 7 inches deep and pound it a piece of steel rod. I then sand the taper end and varnish it to keep it from getting wet for the summer and rotting.
I did this close to the end of this years season on a handle that was broke but to yet in 2 pieces and it's been working great.
I did this close to the end of this years season on a handle that was broke but to yet in 2 pieces and it's been working great.