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| WAVE JOURNEY RECOMMENDED ~ MSR SNOWSHOES ARE QUICK AS LIGHTNING! by Vivienne Chapleo |
| WAVE Journey.com |
| Women's Adventures, Vacations, Experiences ~ Your Journey Starts Here! |
MSR - Mountain Safety Research, provided WAVE Journey
with their Women's Lightning and Lightning Ascent
snowshoes (also made in the USA) to test and review.
with their Women's Lightning and Lightning Ascent
snowshoes (also made in the USA) to test and review.
The Lightning Ascent came out on top of
the list - we really like the heel lift and
three binding straps that cross the top of
your boot.
WAVE Journey suggests popping the extra
$30 price difference for the Lightning
Ascent and
getting a top-notch snowshoe that can
take care of you in all conditions and
terrain. The Lightning has two straps
across the top of the boot and no heel lift.
This is a terrific snowshoe if you want an
incredibly light (3lb) snowshoe and are not
into extreme conditions or very steep
elevations.
the list - we really like the heel lift and
three binding straps that cross the top of
your boot.
WAVE Journey suggests popping the extra
$30 price difference for the Lightning
Ascent and
getting a top-notch snowshoe that can
take care of you in all conditions and
terrain. The Lightning has two straps
across the top of the boot and no heel lift.
This is a terrific snowshoe if you want an
incredibly light (3lb) snowshoe and are not
into extreme conditions or very steep
elevations.
Bottom Line: The more WAVE Journey used both pairs of snowshoes and got used to them, the more we
liked them. Outstanding performance and reliability is what you'll find with either pair.
liked them. Outstanding performance and reliability is what you'll find with either pair.
If you're a bit of a clutz (like Viv), be aware that if you cross the back ends of either snowshoe, you're likely to
take a tumble as they grip onto each other due to their design. WAVE Journey really liked the light-weight,
powder-coated steel construction of the MSR snowshoes.
take a tumble as they grip onto each other due to their design. WAVE Journey really liked the light-weight,
powder-coated steel construction of the MSR snowshoes.
These are not the most attractive snowshoes we've seen (very industrial-looking)
or tested, but are extremely light-weight and functional.
Both MSR pairs are light-weight (3-3.8lbs), easy-on/off bindings (simple and effective systems) and perform
well in packed snow, icy conditions and for trail breaking in deeper snow. Worked well with hiking boots and
gaitors or snow boots.
These sturdy snowshoes should last a lifetime, maybe that's why they have a
lifetime warranty.
or tested, but are extremely light-weight and functional.
Both MSR pairs are light-weight (3-3.8lbs), easy-on/off bindings (simple and effective systems) and perform
well in packed snow, icy conditions and for trail breaking in deeper snow. Worked well with hiking boots and
gaitors or snow boots.
These sturdy snowshoes should last a lifetime, maybe that's why they have a
lifetime warranty.
More About Snowshoes:
- MSR Lightning Flash Review.
- MSR Lightning Axis Review.
- TSL Snowshoe Reviews.
- Snowshoeing.
- MSR Lightning Flash Review.
- MSR Lightning Axis Review.
- TSL Snowshoe Reviews.
- Snowshoeing.
A Woman's Directory For Travel and Life.
WAVE Journey is your one-stop online resource for women-oriented travel businesses & services
around the world.
WAVE Journey is for every woman to enjoy. If you love to travel, cook, read or revel in outdoor activities this website
is for you. If you are looking to connect with other like-minded women or if you are interested in finding businesses
or services that cater to women, WAVE Journey is your number one online travel resource.
WAVE Journey is your one-stop online resource for women-oriented travel businesses & services
around the world.
WAVE Journey is for every woman to enjoy. If you love to travel, cook, read or revel in outdoor activities this website
is for you. If you are looking to connect with other like-minded women or if you are interested in finding businesses
or services that cater to women, WAVE Journey is your number one online travel resource.