Anybody know if these would be good for snowshoe running? how would they compare to the Atlas Run? Thanks

Jason, thanks so much for the insight. I have had a pair of Atlas shoes for 8 years, and they are great for backcountry trekking, but I thought about trying some for running on packed trails. This gives me a much better idea of what I need for running. Thanks again.

These snowshoes aren't designed to run in because of the pivot. Most running snowshoes don't pivot. Non pivoting snowshoes are a bad thing for snowshoeing in general (kicks snow up on the back), but a good thing for running. The reason is running in snowshoes takes so much energy that any drag can slow you down. If a snowshoe pivots, it is dragging on the ground. Running while wearing pivoting snowshoes can cause them to catch on snow or other debris as well. This can cause one to trip, fall, sprain an ankle, etc. Non-pivoting snowshoes pick up with the foot and allows more control of the snowshoe. By having this control, you are much more efficient. Running snowshoes are generally lighter and smaller. If you are walking with snowshoes, a pivot is preferred because it allows the snow to slide off the back of the shoe, doesn't flip snow up the back of the leg, and isn't as noticeable on the feet. The Evo Snowshoes are some of the best for general snowshoeing when traction and durability are paramount, but a bad choice for running...