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MSR Flotation Tails

Snow Sports > SnowshoesRated: **** by 3 reviews.

Rocky Mountain Trail

This accessory can quickly and easily add surface area and increase the flotation of your Denali snowshoes The MSR Denali snowshoe line’s groundbreaking modular design makes them extremely versatile—simply attach one of these tails for additional flotation in soft snow or when carrying a heavy pack. The 4" and 8" models are compatible with the Denali and Denali Ascent snowshoes, while the 6" model is compatible with the Denali Evo and Denali Evo Ascent snowshoes.

Features:

  • Adds addition flotation
  • Attach this tail onto your Denali Classic or Denali Ascent when adding weight
  • Easy to use in the field
  • Made in the USA
  • The 4" and 8" models are compatible with the Denali and Denali Ascent snowshoes, while the 6" model is compatible with the Denali Evo and Denali Evo Ascent snowshoes.

Campsaver.com

MSR Denali snowshoes' groundbreaking modular design makes them extremely versatile. Simply attach an optional 4- or 8-inch tail for additional flotation in soft snow or when carrying a heavy pack. This quick adjustment easy to do in the field allows one pair of shoes to adapt to a wide range of loads and snow conditions. Compatible with the Denali and Denali Ascent snowshoes.

Features:

  • Weight: 1 lb./464 g Size: 8 x 13.5 in./20 x 34 cm - 8" Tail
  • Weight: 11.3 oz./322 g Size: 8 x 9.5 in./20 x 24 cm - 4" Tail

Backcountry.com

The Denali Classic and Ascent Snowshoes incorporate a groundbreaking modular design that makes these shoes extremely versatile. Simply attach an optional 4- or 8-inch tail to extend the basic 22" shoe to 26" or 30"; this provides additional flotation in soft snow or when carrying a heavy pack. This quick adjustment--easy to do in the field--allows one pair of shoes to adapt to a wide range of loads and snow conditions. You'll never need two pairs of snowshoes.


Mountain Gear

Groundbreaking modular design makes Mountain Safety Research's Denali Snowshoe Flotation Tails extremely versatile. Simply attach an optional 4- or 8-inch tail to your Denali or Denali Ascent snowshoes for additional flotation in soft snow or when carrying a heavy pack.

Features:

  • This quick adjustment-easy to do in the field-allows one pair of shoes to adapt to a wide range of loads and snow conditions

REI

This pair of MSR® Tails can be quickly attached to your MSR snowshoes to improve performance on soft snow or beneath a heavy pack.

  • Increases effectiveness in variable conditions by providing an extra 4 inches of length for greater flotation
  • Easy on/off design for quick changes on the trail
  • Please note: Compatible with Denali Classic snowshoes, sold separately


SummitHut.com

This modular tail works with both the Denali and Denali Ascent snowshoes to provide extra flotation in deep snow or when carrying a heavy pack.

Features:

  • Compatible with the Denali and Denali Ascent Snowshoes
  • Perfect for breaking trail, carrying extra weight or deep snow
  • Quick and easy attachment

Oregon Mountain Community

MSR's Denali™ snowshoe line’s groundbreaking modular design makes them extremely versatile—simply attach one of these tails for additional flotation in soft snow or when carrying a heavy pack. The 4" and 8" models are compatible with the Denali and Denali Ascent™ snowshoes.


SummitOnline.com (2010)

No description provided.

This description was also provided by: Skis.com (2010)

Dimensions:9.5 x 4 inches (4 inches); 13.5 x 8 inches (8 inches)
Length:4 in / 24 cm; 8 in / 34 cm; 6 in / 29 cm
Material:plastic
Weight:11.3 ounces
Weight per pair:11 oz / 322 g; 1 lb / 454 g; 12 oz / 346 g
Width:9.5 in / 20 cm; 13.5 in / 20 cm; 7 in / 18 cm

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Sometimes, we can't be sure that the product is the same across the stores that offer its, so you may find the same product listed more then once on GearBuyer.com, we these list highly similar products below.

MSR 6-Inch Flotation TailsMSR 6-Inch Flotation Tails$19.97 - $29.95
MSR 8-inch TailMSR 8-inch Tail$29.95
MSR 4  Flotation Tails - Classic & AscentMSR 4" Flotation Tails - Classic & Ascent$29.95

These are products that have been indicated being comparable to this product:

MSR 8-inch TailMSR 8-inch Tail
Snow Sports > Snowshoes
$29.95
MSR Denali Evo SnowshoesMSR Denali Evo Snowshoes
Snow Sports > Snowshoes
$169.95 - $199.95

Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

SizeColor
Black
Black
N/A
4 inch29.95 
4in 29.95
4 29.95
6 inch29.95 
6in 29.9529.95
8in 29.95
8 inch29.9529.95
8 29.95
N/A29.95 

Legend

  •     - Mountain Gear
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2010)
  •     - Skis.com (2010)
  •     - Oregon Mountain Community
  •     - REI
  •     - Campsaver.com

Notes:

Backcountry.com offers this product at $29.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

SummitHut.com offers this product at $29.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

MSR Flotation Tails Reviews Summary:

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Positive Reviews:

Wow

Rating:****

They aren't the most stylish but here's the scoop: I'm old, I hurt, and I've snowshoed once in my life. These were incredibly easy to put on. They are light, and I moved very easily in them without poles. I like how narrow they are. I think I would want the longer extensions for deeper snow, but the short ones worked just fine (easy to put on as well). I was surprised by the size of the metal cleats, but have to admit they are very handy on the harder packed snow and they gave me great stability on slopes. I'm very happy with my purchase.

mwe2604501 at Backcountry.com on 12/29/2008

A good edition to a great snowshoe on the deep days

Rating:*****

I always use these when there is 8 inches or so of new snow to tromp through. Just enough additional flotation and not soo long that they are annoying. Easy to attach and detach!

Garrett Grove at Backcountry.com on 12/12/2006

Neutral Reviews:

go big or go home

Rating:***

I liked how they were easy on and off except when I ordered I should have gotten the 6" or 8 " I do Search and Rescue work and with a pack I still sink in the powder. But over all I like them.

str2958015 at Backcountry.com on 03/30/2009