MSR Lightning 22 Snowshoes

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Designed specifically for the female body in conjunction with an orthopedic gait specialist, the Women's Lightning 22 Snowshoe is the standard in maximum traction at a minimum weight. Taking into consideration a women's shorter stride, faster pace, and narrower stance, these snowshoes are lighter, tapered, and more compact to minimizing muscle and hip fatigue. Additionally, the raised rear frame enhances a more natural stride while reducing heel drag. Using an Aerospace-grade aluminum rail that has been turned on its edge allows for a super light Total-Traction™ frame with 360 degrees of strategically serrated gripping edge. Combined with the True Hinge™ toe crampon, this snowshoe provides unparalleled security. A smaller fitting, precise two-strap step-on binding accommodates a variety of boots that make it quick and easy to trade with a friend. Designed with 100% waterproof materials, the urethane deck and straps won't freeze up, and remain easy to use in all conditions. The Women's Lightning 22 Snowshoe is best when you and your pack weight are 125 lbs. or less on flat and rolling terrain.

Features:

• Deck Material: Proprietary urethane
• Designed for Women: are lighter and narrower than men's Lightning's, these snowshoes are specially engineered for a woman’s stride
• Frame Material: Aerospace-grade aluminum
• Size: 7.25 x 22 in. (18 x 56 cm.)
• Stable Support:?True Hinge steel crampon enhances foot stability and minimizes heel drift, resulting in more efficient gait mechanics and less expended energyQ00% waterproof?materials won’t soak up water and freeze; straps remain easy to use in all conditions
• Ultralight:?the lightest snowshoe in its category
• Unrivaled Traction:?Total Traction frame delivers unprecedented 360-degree grip
• User Weight: 90-125 lb. (41-57 kg.)
• User-Friendly:?2-strap step-on binding fits a variety of boots and is fast, secure, and easy to use
• Weight: 2 lbs. 15 oz. (1332 g.) per pair

REI

Travel the backcountry with machinelike precision—MSR Lightening Ascents provide superb traction in most terrains and weather conditions.

• Total-Traction™ frame is made with one vertical blade of aerospace-grade aluminum, supported by two cross-members of high-strength steel
• Proprietary urethane deckings are waterproof and durable; heel-strike area features a welded-on reinforcement patch
• Step-on bindings fit a variety of boots, open wide for easy access and feature three straps for a secure fit
• True-Hinge™ steel crampons not only grip well, they provide stability and reduce heel drift for an efficient gait
• MSR Televator™ heel lifts ease the strain on your calves during steep ascents
• All materials are waterproof, so they don't soak up water, freeze and get heavy; straps remain adjustable and easy to use in all conditions
• Lighter and narrower than the men's version, these snowshoes are specially designed for a woman's stride
• Recommended load specification includes weight of hiker with gear in soft snow conditions; flotation will vary with snow conditions

Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)

Designed for women and ideal for moderate terrain, the MSR Lightning 22 snowshoes deliver exceptional 360° traction, stability, and ease of use.

Features:

• Binding and crampon are smaller for a better fit
• Frame is ½ in. narrower than the men's design and tuned for a woman's stride
• Lightest snowshoe in the categoryQ00% waterproof materials won't soak up water and freeze so straps remain easy to use in all conditions
• Step-on bindings fit a variety of boots and are fast, secure, and easy to use
• Total Traction aerospace aluminum frame provides unprecedented 360° traction
• True Hinge steel crampon enhances foot stability and minimizes heel drift for a more efficient and natural gait
• Turned-up tail allows for a more natural stride while reducing heel drag and minimizing fatigue