The Men's 11 Series Snowshoe by Atlas. The 11 Series and Elektra 11 Series snowshoes bridge top-end performance for winter hiking with greater value. Built on the proven technology and value of the Atlas 6061 aluminum V-Frame, durable stainless steel All-Trac toe crampon and flexible decking, the 11 Series snowshoes have the added security of Atlas Advanced Aft Traction and a climbing bar to ease strain on calf muscles. The Wrapp Plus bindings are specially molded around men's and women's lasts, with supportive arches that cradle the inside of your feet, and the urethane heel strap adjusts easily with the SureClick buck le. The Elektra frame features a narrower waist and tapered tail that allows a Women's natural stride to explore deeper terrain in comfort.
Fit:
- Wrapp Plus binding offers a customizable fit, extra arch support, and one-pull UniLoop buckle design allows for easy adjustments on trail
- Nytex decking wraps around frame for a taught fit and increased surface area
Support and Cushioning:
- The Wrapp™ Plus bindings are specially molded around men's and women's lasts, with supportive arches that cradle the inside of your feet, and the urethane heel strap adjusts easily with the SureClick™ buckle.
Frame:
- Lightweight, strong 6061 aluminum frame stands up to abuse when you scramble across the occasional rock outcropping
- A proprietary Atlas shape, the sturdy aluminum V-Frames are the key to an efficient, natural stride. The V shape tracks straight in deep snow, and the tapered tail pulls less snow as you step forward, saving your energy.
- The turned-up tail of the V-frame rolls easily into each step for a natural gait. Built with lightweight, durable 6000- and 7000-series aluminum, the V-frames are used on all Atlas snowshoes.
Weather and Wind:
- Flexible Nytex decking is forgiving and quiet when hiking in the cold, providing durability without the weight.
Comfort:
- The suspension absorbs impact and lets your foot flex naturally side-to-side for a comfortable, stable position on traverses and uneven terrain.
Traction and Grip:
- The time-tested geometry of Atlas' All-Trac™ toe crampon provides traction in all directions. Wider traction tabs on the sides and corners complement sharp front and rear points for confident hiking.
- Atlas' surest grip comes from sharp ice tips on the heel cleat with four angled, ridged side rails for superior all-mountain traction. The integrated heel lift bar ties directly into the traction for deeper penetration with each step.
- On steep climbs, calf muscles tire quickly and traction decreases when your foot matches the slope angle. The heel lift bar eases fatigue and ties directly into Advanced Aft Traction for grip.
- Heel-lift bar relieves stress on calves during ascents by compensating for slope angle and loss of traction
- Stainless steel, All-Trac toe crampons feature pointed prongs for superior grip; stainless steel aft traction provides lateral stability and edging
- SLS enhances traction control too, as the flex provides deeper crampon penetration into the slope, especially on steep or off-angle terrain.
Suspension:
- Spring Loaded Suspension system absorbs impact and lets your foot flex naturally, which means the crampon digs deeper on steep, icy ascents
- An Atlas tenet from the beginning, Atlas' patented Spring-Loaded™ Suspension (SLS) keeps the snowshoe close underfoot for easy maneuvering and suspends your foot so it can move freely with its intended articulation.
Features:
- Men's Wrap Plus Biding
- Nytex Decking - 11 Series Duratek Decking - Elektra 11
- Sold in pairs
Built for demanding conditions, Atlas 11 Series snowshoes have an array of features that deliver high-end performance for winter backpacking and hiking. Durable construction and ergonomic design combine to help you confidently tackle snow and ice.
| Capacity: | 25 inch: 120-200 lbs 30 inch: 150-250 lbs |
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| Crampon: | All-Trac™ toe crampon |
| Deck Material: | Nytex Decking |
| Decking: | Flexible Nytex decking is forgiving and quiet when hiking in the cold, providing durability without the weight. |
| Dimensions: | 25 inch: 30 inch: |
| Frame Material: | Aluminum |
| Item Weight: | 25 inch: 4.16 lb 30 inch: 4.58 lb |
| Length: | 30" / 76 cm |
| Load: | 150 - 250 lbs / 68 - 113 kg |
| Load Weight: | Size 25: 120-200 lb Size 30: 150-250+ lb |
| Recommended Use: | Steep and Challenging Snowshoeing and Winter Hiking |
| Sizes: | Available in 25 or 30 Inch Lengths |
| Snowshoe Features: | Frame with Decking, Heel Crampon, Heel Riser |
| Snowshoe Gender: | Unisex |
| Surface Area: | 222 square inches / 1432 square meter |
| Type: | Snowshoes (Pair) |
| Warranty: | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Weight: | 1125: 4 lb 3 oz / 1.9 kg 1130: 4 lb 9 oz / 2.1 kg |
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Atlas 11 Series Reviews:
Reviews:
When you strap these guys on it doesn't feel like you've added any weight to your feet. The straps work quickly and deliver a secure fit that is easily adjustable. The traction on these things is super burly and will give you sure footing and everything from fine powder to the occasional ice patch. The climbing bar is a nice feature but a steep sustained incline is needed for them to be worth pulling up. At least a few hundred yards of consistent up hill. Otherwise they push your weight too far forward putting unnecessary strain on you calves. All in all a great set of snow shoes.
I really love these snowshoes. I've used Redfeather, Tubbs and US Army Mountain snowshoes and the Atlas are by far the easiest to adjust and have excellent build quality. Living in Montana (and 12 years in Alaska), I place a high premium on backcountry gear that is simple to use when you are tired and so cold that your fingers are stiff. These bindings pass that test very well, something I can not say about the design commonly found on MSR and Redfeather shoes (at least in my experience).
