are these snowboard boot compatable?

I own these shoes and agree with Jason that the binding is probably not optimal for a snowboard boot because of the toe box. Its probably doable, but where other makes of snowshoes are not as quick and easy to put on, they are more adaptable as Jason points out. Oh, the Tubbs couloir and and mountaineer shoes both have a heal riser he spoke of.

Someone gave me a 'thumbs down', but is what I said not true? I'm sure it was from someone who owns a pair of the Tubbs which is completely understandable. I'm not at all dissing the Tubbs snowshoes, but I personally don't feel they are the best for backcountry snowboarding. One of the best applications for the MSR snowshoes is that they are great for using with snowboard boots. That's the plain and simple truth... MSR snowshoes aren't perfect either which is why it's good that we have a variety of different snowshoes to pick from. The key is to get the right tool for the job...

I wouldn't recommend these for snowboard boots. The reason is the limited amount of space for the toe section of the boot. I think you will find them very difficult to actually strap the boot in due to this limited space. There are a couple of snowshoes I would recommend. The top of the list would have to be the MSR Evo Ascent. This snowshoe will accommodate any size foot and any size boot. One of the huge advantages it has for backcountry snowboarding is a Televator Heel Raiser making it easier to climb hills. They are also the best at packing flat when strapped to your pack when you are ready to bomb down the hill on your snowboard. The Evo Ascents are some of the most durable snowshoes available as well. The other snowshoe I would recommend is the MSR Lightning Ascent. These are also great for accommodating any size foot and boot, but actually have better traction than the MSR Evo Ascent. They are lighter as well, will pack flat on your winter pack, and have a Televator. They do cost a bit more, but the benefits might be worth it. Either of these shoes are the best at backcountry access and especially for backcountry snowboarding. The other problem I have with the Tubbs snowshoe is the use of nylon webbing. Anyone who's used nylon webbing in wet & icy conditions knows they will freeze. I'm actually amazed that companies are still using nylon webbing straps! Nylon stretches when it gets wet and is then difficult to keep tight. The user is then constantly needing to readjust his/her bindings. The traction on this snowshoe is ok, but nowhere near the traction one will get from the MSR Lightning Ascent. Most people who backcountry snowshoe need all the traction they can get. MSR was the first to incorporate a 'heel raiser' and the combination of these two elements (ultimate traction and the heel raiser) means these shoes allow the user to get up the hills with much less effort. They are also significantly lighter than the Tubbs (almost a pound per pair lighter). The other thing that needs to be mentioned about the MSR vs. the Tubbs in terms of backcountry snowboard use is that they pack flat. The Tubbs is much more bulky on a pack and therefore can be a hassle when throwing on your pack. This is a huge negative as far as I'm concerned. I also like the fact that the MSR snowshoes are field repairable. This means that if a pivot or a strap breaks, the person can fix it in a few minutes and keep on hiking. The Tubbs straps are riveted into the binding and are therefore near impossible to fix in the field. I also love the fact that all MSR snowshoes are made in the USA! Tubbs are made in China. So really the mere fact that MSR bindings are really optimum for snowboard boots is just the tip of the iceberg. I would recommend MSR snowshoes all around. There may be those who are upset that I'm dissing Tubbs snowshoes, but facts are facts. Sorry...