Gear Review
MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe - Men's
Big Ed
By edjayne2056228
Ranked #569 - Backcountry Snowboarding
January 11, 2010
I am using the shoes in Colorado and they have performed extremely well. They are especially stable in steep climbs.
They are , also, light and the flotation is quite good in deep powder.
I have not tried to pack them but they appear to be well designed for this purpose, light, relatively small and easy to get in and out.
My only criticism is the rear strap will not stay at the same location. Perhaps I am not using it properly. Once they are on the bindings stay put and are very well designed.
Overall, I would rate them a Five Star and very superior to my experience in owning Red Feather and Sherpa shoes
View Details: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe - Men's
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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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