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MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe - Men's
I live in Colorado, and intend to start climbing 14ers. I'm...
By rob4855723
Ranked #303 - Backcountry Snowboarding
January 16, 2012
I live in Colorado, and intend to start climbing 14ers. I'm wondering if there is a significant enough difference between these and the Evo Ascents to warrant the money. I know I want an aggressive snowshoe to tackle whatever conditions are up on the mountains, but can't really decide between the two. Are the Lightning's more durable than the Evo's, or anything else significant to cause such a price difference?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Joe4696420
Ranked #109 - Backcountry Snowboarding
January 17, 2012
My buddy rocks the EVO's. He's done all the CO 14ers at least one time. He's about 220-230 with a loaded pack. He has had no problems with them and uses the optional tail extensions. I use the Lightning 30's and have had no problems, and don't use the tail extensions. I weigh 240 loaded up with all my gear. Make sure that if there is super deep pow then you have the appropriate tail extensions based on your total loaded weight.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Frame Material:
- aircraft-grade aluminum
- Binding System:
- PosiLock (AT binding)
- Crampon Material:
- aircraft-grade aluminum, stainless steel
- Deck Material:
- urethane
- Binding Material:
- PosiLock (3 toe straps, 1 heel)
- Snowshoe Weight:
- [22 in ] 3 lb 13 oz; [25 in ] 3 lb 15 oz; [30 in ] 4 lb 7 oz
- Recommended User Weight:
- [22 in] 100 - 180 lb; [25 in] 120 - 220; [30 in] 150 - 280
- Recommended Use:
- winter backcountry adventures over rugged, uneven terrain
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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