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Lightning Ascent Snowshoe - Women's

4.446428571428571 out of 5 stars
56 Reviews
Current price: $311.89 Original price: $389.95
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Lightning Ascent Snowshoe

When you're planning a winter adventure that requires traction, float, and a little extra confidence, you'll be happy to have the Lightning Ascent Snowshoes on your boots when you hit powder. 360-degree traction frames ensure a solid grip on any surface, while the Torsion2 crampons combine to offer stability on steep, sideways, or flat terrain.


Details

  • Float and grip in a lightweight snowshoe
  • 360-degree traction rails ensure purchase on slick trails
  • Integrated crampons provide additional bite on ice
  • Heel risers help reduce leg strain during long climbs
  • Modular flotation tails (sold separately) add lift
  • Item #MSQ0002
Frame Material
360° Traction (aluminum, steel)
Deck Material
ballistic nylon
Crampon Material
DTX
Dimensions
22 x 7.25in, 25 x 7.25in
Binding
Paragon
Heel Risers
Ergo Televators
Side Rails
yes
Recommended User Weight
[22in without tails] 180lb, [22in with tails] 240lb, [25in without tails] 120-210lb, [25in with tails] 120-270lb
Claimed Weight
[pair] (22in) 3lb 9oz, (25in) 3lb 12oz
Activity
backcountry snowboarding, backcountry snowshoeing, snowshoe hiking, snowshoe running
Manufacturer Warranty
limited 3 years

Overall Rating

4.5 based on 56 ratings

Review Summary

1 Stars - 1 reviews
2 Stars - 5 reviews
3 Stars - 4 reviews
4 Stars - 4 reviews
5 Stars - 42 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

February 8, 2024

Awesome Light Weight Snow Show

We bought two pairs of this snow shoes. It took a minute to get them adjusted for our shoes (I did at home), would recommend this. We finally got to get out on the snow as this has been a bad year for lower elevation snow. These snow shoes are awesome, coming from a not as well designed snow show, it was like walking on air, they are light and give you a lot of lift on the snow. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting a great pair of snow shoes that preform extremely well.

John G.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

5 out of 5 stars

February 6, 2024

Women's Lightening Ascent Snowshoes

I love the way these snowshoes are shaped and fitted for a smaller woman's body and gait. They are very comfortable without sacrificing durability and functionality. I'm very satisfied.

Joan P.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

2 out of 5 stars

December 7, 2023

Rivet failure

I bought these for a narrow snowshoe and was under the impression MSR was a reputable brand. These snowshoes have a severe rivet flaw. 3 have broken out of one snowshoe and 1 on the other underneath the foot binding. The rivet failure is not something any user could have caused. They simply do not last. I think the rivets must be either low quality or a poor design. This is not a long-lasting piece of gear.

Valerie M.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

3 out of 5 stars

August 24, 2023

Easy to put on, hard to walk in

These were pretty straightforward to put on. I found them comfortable, but they are still very wide so that I had to walk with a wide stance so they wouldn't catch my pants. This made it hard to enjoy wearing them for longer than 30-45 minutes.

April M.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

4 out of 5 stars

May 12, 2023

Work great but look bad

The snowshoes work great but the paint on the shoes started peeling off the first time I used them. My husband has a black pair he’s used more times than I’ve used mine and has no problem with the paint coming off. It’s disappointing to pay this amount for snowshoes that don’t look good after using them from the first use and the paint continued to come off each time I used them. More paint has come off since these photos were taken. I’m currently not at home but I could send more pictures next week if you would like to see what they look like now.

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Carolyn V.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

5 out of 5 stars

May 9, 2023

These are great and worth

These are great and worth the praise they get. Simple, light, and sturdy.

Brenton H.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

5 out of 5 stars

April 13, 2023

Good Snowshoes for SAR missions

I've only used these a few times, but so far, so good. Grippy, tough and lightweight. I'm a skinny dude with narrow hips so I bought the women's. Works for me.

SR
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

5 out of 5 stars

April 6, 2023

Great buy!

Love, love, these snow shoes. They are light, easy to take on and off. A good investment.

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Tomoko F.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

2 out of 5 stars

April 2, 2023

Paint peeled off first time

Paint peeled off first time I wore them. I’m an experienced snow shoer, that should not happen the first time in the snow. Added one image will add additional pics later.

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Cynthia K.
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site

3 out of 5 stars

March 18, 2023

great televators

Televators are great and easy to use. Grip is great for up and downhill and these are lightweight. I'm not a fan of the bindings, not user friendly. Sadly the paint is coming off and looking rather unsightly...wish I could post a pic to show this. Disappointing for an expensive snowshoe.

Lorraine
a Cascade Designs brand site

Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site