Lightning Ascent Snowshoe - Men's
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Why We Like The MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe
Balancing our needs for float, traction, and light weight, the MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe carries us through the backcountry with confidence. The frame provides 360-degree traction when we're crossing a field of powder or ascending a wind-blown ridgeline, and Paragon bindings work with steel crampons to provide sure-footed traction.
Details
- Lightweight yet burly snowshoes for gnarly adventures
- Ballistic nylon decking stands up to rough terrain
- 360-degree traction frame provides grip anywhere
- DTX Crampons with Paragon bindings offer support
- Heel risers help reduce fatigue during long climbs
- Item #MSQ0001
- Frame Material
- aluminum, steel
- Deck Material
- ballistic nylon
- Crampon Material
- DTX
- Dimensions
- 22 x 8in, 25 x 8in, 30 x 8in
- Binding
- Paragon
- Heel Risers
- Ergo Televators
- Recommended User Weight
- [22in] (with tails) 250lb, (without tails) 180lb, [25in] (with tails) 120 - 280lb, (without tails) 120 - 220lb, [30in] (with tails) 180 - 300lb+, (without tails) 150 - 280lb
- Claimed Weight
- (pair) [22in] 3lb 13oz, [25in] 4lb, [30in] 4lb 9oz
- Activity
- snowshoeing
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 3 years
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 147 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 26, 2024
Everything you could want in a snowshoe
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- 30
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 205
Got these for winter peak bagging and approaches in Utah. The traction is excellent even on ice and I love the heel bar for going up steep grades. Binding system is quick and easy. Frames feel plenty durable for my 200+ lbs plus pack weight. Look forward to many winter expeditions with them in the future.
January 12, 2024
Solid shoes
I have three pairs of these in different sizes and they are absolute workhorses for pushing through deep snow. I use them for wildlife surveys in the boreal forest and arctic so they see a lot of miles through heavy snow with a ton of undersnow obstruction. I've only recently had to replace some of the crampon assemblies due to the straps wearing out. I had the old three strap system, and MSR hooked me up with those older sets since my cold weather boots don't fit into the Paragon bindings. Will definitely buy again when they finally break. Please offer the old three strap system as a purchasable option though!
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
January 11, 2024
Shifted to these after using
Shifted to these after using a parent product (Lightning Ascent Axis) and the harness has seen so much improvement. Comfortable and I feel like even in very cold conditions, it will be easy to put on. Still the loudest snowshoes on the snow, but grip and efficiency seem to come at that cost.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
January 9, 2024
Lightning Ascent Snowshoes
Could not be happier with my new snowshoes, incredible product!
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
July 15, 2023
Best snowshoes I’ve ever owned!
Not my first pair of snowshoes, but definitely the best! Easy, comfortable, well-made, great on hills!
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
June 30, 2023
Perfect for mountain backpacking
On these for 5 days, 40 miles, and they were perfect. Light, easy and quick to get on/off, and worked well for some seriously steep inclines.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
June 2, 2023
Great snowshoes!
Bought these as they work for day treks and with backpack. Haven’t had the chance to backpack yet but their performance has been great on day hikes. Love the binding system - so easy to put on and stays put, even on steep climbs. Also found them very stable across different snow conditions. Only time will tell of durability but they seem very sturdy and well made. Really happy with my purchase!
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
May 29, 2023
The Absolute Best!
I bought these for my husband since he tried my new blue Lightning Ascents and was converted immediately! We do a lot of off trail snowshoeing on steep and uneven mountainous terrain. The Lightning Ascent has excellent traction. You never slip! The bindings give an overall firmness with no pressure points so are very comfortable. We love them!
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
May 15, 2023
Binding is very comfortable. Heel
Binding is very comfortable. Heel strap stays on boot more effectively than on previous MSR snowshoes. Good traction.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
May 9, 2023
These are great and worth
These are great and worth the praise they get. Simple, light, and sturdy.
Originally reviewed on a Cascade Designs brand site
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