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MSR Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoe
I am planning on climbing Denali again next year and wondering...
By trigatorgk2420014
Ranked #591 - Backcountry Snowboarding
May 29, 2009
I am planning on climbing Denali again next year and wondering about these shoes versus the lightining ascent. I weigh about 185, 6 ft 1 in, pack weight 45 to 60 pounds plus sled. What is your recomendation as far as which shoe and wat length
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By Barry Blalock
Ranked #249 - Backcountry Snowboarding
June 1, 2009
I agree with Bryan on his weight assessment and recommending the bigger tailed Denalis, but your question was the EVO vs. the Lighting Ascent and I'd go Lightning. Here's why: Instead of buying a tail at all, size up from the standard 22" to the 30" and lose the worry of having that tail clip off and making things awkward for you. The Lightning is the bomb, dude. It digs deep on all sides for maximum grip, although it is .2 inches narrower than the EVO, the single piece aluminum crampon is tooooough and allows a more symmetrical step. Both have the Televator but it's been my experience that a lighter shoe is better for steep inclines, and that's once again the Lightning.
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By Bryan Vernetson
Ranked #71 - Backcountry Snowboarding
June 1, 2009
So you are going to be 210-230 lbs.? I would recommend the regular Denalis with the 8 inch tails. The Evos only allow for a 6 inch tail and have less of a footprint. I am 6'2" 175 and have the Evos with 6" tails. I have never had a pack that heavy or a sled...because you are going to be so heavy i would have to recommend the Denalis with the longest tail.
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Tech Specs:
- Frame Material:
- Plastic
- Binding Material:
- Rubber
- Crampon Material:
- Powder-coated steel
- Deck Material:
- Plastic
- Binding System:
- Strap
- Snowboard Boot Compatible:
- Yes
- Recommended Weight:
- Up to 200lb without tail extensions Recommended Use: Snowshoeing in steep terrain
- Weight:
- 4lb
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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