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I have no snow shoe experience. I want to run, or jog, not walk...
By Faith
Ranked #545 - Women's Trail Running Footwear
February 2, 2009
I have no snow shoe experience. I want to run, or jog, not walk on the snow shoes. I expect to be on groomed or packed trails.What do I need to purchase in the way of a boot/shoe to go with these ? Also, I am female, 5'11" and weigh about 180- I am very athletic and generally am really rough on my sporting equipment- boots- skis etc.
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By Jason Livingston
Ranked #290 - Women's Trail Running Footwear
February 2, 2009
There are a couple of things to take into consideration... One, these are really made for packed snow and well-established snow trails. Anything deep you will sink considerably. Two, expect a little snow to flip up on your back as these are spring-loaded. I would wear long pants and a jacket that's fairly water resistent. Three, running in snowshoes is difficult, much more so than normal running especially if you find yourself in knee-deep snow (probably goes without saying). If your wanting to burn serious calories, you've found it! You should be prepared with water, energy bars or goo, etc. Four, the best shoe for running is a gore-tex running shoe and a small scree gator. I guarantee you will be warm. These are fairly durable shoes, but don't run on pavement, dirt, rocks, etc. Try to avoid these surfaces and they will last for many years.
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