Gear Review
MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe
Work with big feet!
By John Hansen
Ranked #285 - Backcountry Snowboarding
December 29, 2008
30" of new champagne snow in the past two days here in NH. These floated just fine with 175 pounds on board. Just upgraded to these shoes after ten years of Tubbs. Binding is superior to Tubbs for anyone with big feet. I'm a size 14.5 and was surprised that my Koflach double boots worked at all with these snowshoes. In fact, they worked superbly! The three straps hold my big feet exactly where they need to be. Rotation is not hampered at all. Was expecting to need to cut the deck per MSR's instructions for people with big feet, but did not need to. The elevator is a nice touch. Don't waste your money on other snow shoes -- buy these!
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Tech Specs:
- Frame Material:
- Aerospace-grade aluminum
- Crampon Material:
- Hardened steel
- Deck Material:
- Urethane
- Binding System:
- 3 Strap step-on
- Recommended Weight:
- Less than 250lb
- Weight:
- [22] 3lb 10oz (1644g); [25] 3lb 12oz (1701g); [30] 4lb 4oz (1928g)
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking, backcountry trekking in show
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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