Standard Broadfork (28") – The Groundbreaker
The Lightest Broadfork on the Market!
The 28" Groundbreaker Broadfork is a professional-grade soil tool built for serious gardeners and small-scale farmers who want maximum performance with minimal weight.
At just 11.5 pounds (Hickory Handled), the Groundbreaker is the lightest standard broadfork on the market! This dramatically reduces fatigue when preparing beds, allowing growers to work longer and more efficiently compared to heavier traditional forks.
The tine bar is built from hollow structural tubing, a design choice that removes unnecessary weight while maintaining excellent strength. The result is a fork that feels incredibly responsive and easy to handle while increasing the durability.
This model features four hand-forged square steel tines, designed specifically for proper soil aeration. Rather than slicing or breaking soil apart, square tines gently lift and open the soil structure, improving airflow, water penetration, and root growth.
The tines are made from mild steel, allowing them to be bent back into shape if they ever encounter extreme resistance.
The two-handle design provides excellent leverage for loosening compacted soil. Each handle socket is 5 inches deep and secured with two bolts, creating a stronger and more reliable connection than single-bolt or screw-mounted designs.
One of the most appreciated features of the Groundbreaker is its wide two-inch step plate. Traditional broadforks require stepping on a narrow bar, which quickly becomes uncomfortable during long days in the garden. The wide plate distributes pressure across your foot, making repeated stepping far more comfortable and reducing fatigue.
The step plate is plasma cut with the name Groundbreaker, giving the tool its distinctive appearance and identity.
Handles are available in steel pipe or hardwood hickory, both fitted with comfortable rubber grips and designed to be interchangeable.
Every Groundbreaker is built by hand with care and precision, resulting in a durable tool designed to serve farmers and gardeners for years.
Features
• The lightest broadfork on the market — only 11.5 lbs
• Four hand-forged square steel tines for proper soil aeration
• Sealed with natural linseed oil
• Hollow structural tine bar for reduced weight
• Dual handles for powerful leverage
• 5-inch deep handle sockets with dual-bolt connection
• Wide 2-inch step plate for superior comfort
• Plasma-cut Groundbreaker nameplate in the step plate
• Interchangeable steel or hickory handles
• Rubber grips for comfortable use
Specifications
Width: 28 inches
Weight: 11.5 lbs (lightest broadfork on the market)
Tines: 4 hand-forged square mild steel tines
Handle Options: Steel pipe or hardwood hickory
Ideal for:
• Market gardens
• Raised beds
• No-till growing
• Soil aeration
• Bed preparation
 
Every Groundbreaker tool is built by hand with care and attention to detail. These tools are designed and crafted for real growers who depend on reliable equipment in the garden or field. We focus on durability, comfort, and thoughtful design, creating tools that are meant to be used for years, not replaced every season.
Because each tool is made by hand, you can expect solid craftsmanship and a unique character that mass-produced tools simply don’t have. Our goal is simple: build tools that work hard, last long, and make time in the garden more enjoyable.