Handle Degree Preference

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I’d like to know what everyone’s opinion is regarding degree of angle on squeegee handles, specifically for widebody channels. What is each varying degree best suited for? What is the best overall for traditional work (mix of hand and pole work)? And what is your favorite handle overall?

I’ve only ever used Sorbo Swivel handles for wide body’s and I really want to explore other options. The Sorbo handle just feels like it’s bulkier than I’d prefer. Anyone know what degree the Sorbo Swivel with Quick Release Lever is? I’ve heard 30 and I’ve heard 40…

Reason I want to know is because I’m wanting to order the Unger Ninja handle but it comes in both 30 and 40…

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I have the Ninja handle in 40 ° attached to the Ettore Super Channel. I love it.

Mostly nose to glass, I rarely do pole work standing away from the glass at a distance though.

Have you ever used something like the Moerman Excelerator, with the various adjustable angles? If so, you may figure out your preference that way. Each angle has its use though.

What handles do you use and like right now? That might help.

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I use the Moerman Excelerator handle which has 5 different angles so I can continually change
them up either for comfort or practicality.

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Unger ninja 40 is a safe choice, many handles are around the 40 angle (at least they feel like it).

I have the ninja 30 and it’s not my go to, but it stays in the van just to change it up sometimes.

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I like the sorbo handle and the ninja handle for wide-body channels. If I am doing lots of big commercial glass I have found the wagtail slimline flipper (pad run over the top) to be where I feel at home. I like having the excelerator too when I need other angles while doing pole work.

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Standard sorbo and zero degree with my exelerator in hand locked.

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I suggest getting both. I found I like one, sometimes, better over the other.