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Comparing Snowshoes for Men

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Pros Rigid, precise, excellent binding security, impressive tractionFully featured for steep and technical useGood traction, easy-to-use and comfortable bindingInexpensive, simple, reliableComfortable, easy to use
Cons New binding trades ease-of-use for comfortLoud decking and bulky harnessClumsy, strapped binding attachment isn't idealLoud decking on crusty snowExpensive, not the best traction
Bottom Line The best snowshoes in our test, complete with high end features and simple engineeringThis contender provides excellent traction, heel lifts, a comfortable binding, and moderate weightThis is a great traditional snowshoe that's outshone in a few areas by newer designsThis affordable molded snowshoe offers widespread appeal for its reliability and its compatibility with add-on tails that improve flotationThis comfortable and easy to use snowshoe is nothing special but gets the job done
Rating Categories MSR Lightning Ascent Tubbs Flex VRT Atlas Montane MSR Evo Trail Tubbs Mountaineer
Flotation (30%)
5.0
5.0
8.0
4.5
6.0
Traction (30%)
9.0
8.0
6.0
6.0
5.0
Walkability (20%)
8.5
8.5
5.5
7.5
6.0
Bindings (20%)
9.0
8.0
8.0
9.0
8.0
Specs MSR Lightning Ascent Tubbs Flex VRT Atlas Montane MSR Evo Trail Tubbs Mountaineer
Measured Weight (per pair) 4.0 lbs 4.4 lbs 4.3 lbs 3.7 lbs 4.9 lbs
Sizes Available 22", 25", 30" 21", 25", 29" 25", 30", 35" 22" (one size) 25", 30", 36"
Binding System Rubber net and straps with pin-in-hole BOA and rubber strap Rubber straps with plastic buckles Rubber net and straps with pin-in-hole Rubber straps with plastic buckles
Frame Material Aluminum Plastic and steel Aluminum Plastic and steel Aluminum
Measured Surface Area 188 sq in 195 sq in 218 sq in 183 sq in 197 sq in
Measured Dimensions 25"L x 8"W 26"L x 8"W 27"L x 9"W 24"L x 8"W 25"L x 8"W
Binding/Deck Connection Hinged Hinged Strapped Hinged Hybrid hinged and strapped
Crampon/Traction Aids Steel crampons, rails, and teeth Steel crampons and rails Steel crampons and rails Steel crampons and rails Steel crampons, rails, and teeth
Deck Material TPU coated Nylon Torsion Deck (plastic) Nytex nylon Polypropylene Soft-Tec PVC-coated polyester
Heel Lift Yes Yes Yes No Yes
Flotation Tails Sold Separately? Yes No No Yes No
Men's and Women's Versions? Yes Yes Yes Unisex Yes
Optimum Weight Load (per manufacturer) up to 180 lbs (size 22")
120-220 lbs (size 25")
150-280 lbs (size 30")		 80-160 lbs (size 21")
120-200 lbs (size 25")
190+ lbs (size 29")		 120-200 lbs (size 25")
150-250 lbs (size 30")
180-300+ lbs (size 35")		 up to 180 lbs 120-200 lbs (size 25")
170-250 lbs (size 30")
220-300 lbs (size 36")
Tested Size 25" 25" 25" 22" 25"