The black, gray, and lime green colors are very attractive without being gaudy. I found the snowshoes to be very rugged thanks to a very light snowfall last year there were a lot of fallen branches, rocks, and roots to step on and trip over, yet the decking is intact and the frame is straight and remarkably scratch-free.
Flotation is about what I'd expect given that my weight is near the upper limit for the size - I sink, but not excessively so, thanks to the large surface area. On ascents, descents, and traverses, footing is very secure and extra care doesn't have to be given to foot placement. Toe crampons have 7 large, spade-shaped points that dig in and hold even in icy crust, and the modified V-shaped heel crampons provide effective braking. Traction is excellent on loose and compacted powder. Pressure is spread evenly over your foot, and the snowshoes fit perfectly like your favorite pair of hiking boots. It didn't take long before I was sold on it for its speed, adjustability, and compatibility with gloves. I wasn't too sure about the BOA closure when I first saw it it looked fragile with its thin cables and small knob. The control is excellent, with the snowshoes tracking well and not feeling loose on the feet. They fit all sizes of boots, from my Keen Koven Polar boots I use for local treks in milder weather to my huge Sorel Conquests for subzero temps and deep snow. Promising review: "The bindings are super comfortable, secure, and easy to get into and out of. Get them from Sierra Trading Post for $79 (down from $259.95, sizes 27-inch or 30-inch). They glide through powder nicely and they bite into crusty frozen snow very well making them suitable for scaling sloped terrain." - J.Pecora I have had them out a few times some in powder, some in crusty snow. Hiking through the snow they stay on tight and keep me from sinking in too much.
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I have never worn snowshoes before and I figured out how to put these on in just a few minutes. The larger size works great for me since I carry heavy camera gear and the larger surface area helps compensate for that added weight. I knew I was going to need some gear to get through the powder and after considering my needs I decided to pickup these 30" snowshoes. It is colder here in the Rockies and the snow piles up.
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Promising review: "I am a professional photographer and outdoor enthusiast who recently moved to East Glacier Montana from Pennsylvania. Get them from Backcountry for $268.95 (size 24-inch, also in black), REI for $270 (black or white), or Amazon for $242.06 (orange) I'm 5'4" (ish), 115 lbs., so they'd likely be fine for most." - Jamie McGiver They felt a little wide for my natural gait, but certainly not the worst I've experienced. I love how light they are, not at all awful to strap to a pack. Therein lies the only issue, the straps/buckles can get a little iced up in really trying wet/slushy conditions. There are very few moving parts to break - overall really streamlined design. They had nice flex, even in bitter cold temps. The binding system with the all-direction hinge was awesome for uneven terrain (to include post-holed trails). The crampons are burly enough to stand up to our bullet-proof ice. When we do, these babies float and they are not annoyingly squeaky at all like your usual plastic snowshoe. It is WET and COLD and so as much as I'd love to say that I'm constantly dealing with DEEP snow. Promising review: "I live in the Adirondack Mountains. Get them from Amazon for $251.28+ (sizes 22-, 25-, and 30-inch, two colors).Ĭheck out the equally acclaimed women's version here. These truly are an amazing all-around set of snowshoes, that you'll be glad you paid a few extra $ for." - Michael V I've learned over the year's that you want to purchase gear that you can grow into, so that you don't end up purchasing a set, only to replace it later. Got my wife a set of the Revo's, but after trying mine, she wants a pair of her own for next season. I'm staying on top of powder with no problems. I've had a chance to use them in icy conditions and in powder on flat and steep routes, and the traction and float is wonderful. I've found that my boots won't release unless I've unstrapped all three front straps - simply put, if they're fastened properly, you're not going to come out of these. The negative reviews about the bindings are probably a result of not making sure that the metal posts on the fasteners are seated through the hole in the straps completely. Promising review: "These snowshoes are outstanding - light, comfortable, great traction, and the elevators make climbing a breeze. with max recommended load of 180–280 lbs.
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