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MSR Lightning Snowshoes

Snow Sports > SnowshoesRated: **** by 1 review. Also available for: Men

Campsaver.com

MSRs new Lightning snowshoes represent the evolution of our groundbreaking Lightning Ascents. Like the Ascents, they feature a patent-pending Total Traction frame that delivers unrivaled 360° traction, as well as the same superior performance and usability. But because they don't include Televators, Lightnings are even lighter, making them ideal for use on flat and rolling terrain or any adventure that demands maximum traction and minimum weight.

Features:

  • 22" Lightning Weight: 3 lbs. 2 oz. (1419 g) per pair Size: 8 x 22 in. (20 x 56 cm)R5" Lightning Weight: 3 lbs. 5 oz. (1504 g) per pair Size: 8 x 25 in. (20 x 64 cm)
  • Maximum Flotation 30" Lightnings are ideal for heavy loads in deep powder.
  • Stable Support True Hinge steel crampon enhances foot stability and minimizes heel drift, resulting in more efficient gait mechanics and less expended energy.Q00% 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° grip.
  • User-Friendly Step-on binding fits a variety of boots and is fast, secure, and easy to use.

Mountain Gear

The Mountain Safety Research Lightning snowshoes are superlight climbers that now feature a Total Traction frame - a single vertical blade made from aerospace-grade aluminum - for unprecedented 360 degree traction. These are ideal for use on flat and rolling terrain or any adventure that demands maximum traction and minimum weight.

Features:

  • Materials won’t soak up water and freeze; straps remain easy to use in all conditions.
  • Specially engineered for a woman’s stride
  • Step-on binding fits a variety of boots and is fast, secure, and easy to use
  • The lightest-weight snowshoe in its class
  • Total-Traction frame delivers unprecedented 360-degree grip
  • True Hinge steel crampon enhances foot stability and minimizes heel drift

Backcountry.com

With the lightweight, high-traction MSR Lightning Women's Snowshoes on your feet, you'll be floating over fields of snow. The Lightning's Total-Traction frame has a wave-like design that works wonderfully on flat and slightly rolling terrain. The serrated frame gives you 360-degree traction on hard-packed snow, and the tail's rocker design helps eliminate dreaded heel-drag. The Lightning snowshoe's aircraft-grade aluminum frame cuts down on weight, and the narrow design works well for a gal's stride. Step into the two-strap binding, tighten up, and head out into the wilderness. *Please see sizing chart for size tips.


Rocky Mountain Trail

Designed for moderate terrain.

Features:

  • 15% lighter than its competitors
  • Made from aerospace grade aluminumQ00% waterproofR strap step binding that's secure and easy to use
  • Unprecedented 360

Moosejaw

No description provided.

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

100% Waterproof:Materials won't soak up water and freeze; straps remain easy to use in all conditions.
Binding Material:Rubber
Binding System:2 Strap step-in
Crampon Material:Powder-coated steel
Deck Material:Fiber-scrim reinforced urethane
Dimensions (22 / 25):7.25 x 22 inches / 7.25 x 25 inches
Frame Material:Aircraft-grade aluminum
Manufacturer Warranty:Lifetime
Recommended Use:Snowshoeing on moderate terrain
Recommended Weight:[22in] 100-175lb; [25in] 150-225lb
Stable Support:True Hinge
The Low Down:Please see the sizing chart link above.
Ultralight:The lightest snowshoe in its class.
Unrivaled Traction:Total-Traction frame delivers unprecedented 360° grip.
User Friendly:3-strap step-on binding fits a variety of boots and is fast, secure, and easy to use.
Weight:[22in] 2lb 15oz (1332g); [25in] 3lb (1361g)
Weight per pair (22 / 25):3 lb 0 oz / 3 lb 2 oz

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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 Lightning Ascent SnowshoesMSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes$229.95 - $259.95
MSR Lightning 22 SnowshoesMSR Lightning 22 Snowshoes$229.95 - $259.95

Sometimes brands make complementary products for the opposite gender that coordinate with this product, we also try to show these products below.

MSR Lightning SnowshoesMSR Lightning Snowshoes - Men's$229.00 - $229.95
MSR Lightning Ascent SnowshoesMSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes - Men's$259.00 - $289.95
MSR Lightning Ascent 22 SnowshoesMSR Lightning Ascent 22 Snowshoes - Men's$259.95
MSR Lightning Ascent 30 SnowshoesMSR Lightning Ascent 30 Snowshoes - Men's$289.95

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
Grey
Grey
SilverN/A
22229.95229.00229.95
22in  183.96
25229.95229.95229.95229.00229.95229.95
25in  183.96

Legend

  •     - Campsaver.com
  •     - Rocky Mountain Trail
  •     - SummitOnline.com (2010)
  •     - Skis.com (2010)
  •     - Backcountry.com
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Mountain Gear

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Rating:****

Super lightweight, easy to put on, literally float on snow - it's really nice that all boots are compatible with these snowshoes. But the toe bindings for me DID budge - a lot - I almost lost a shoe! I'm definitely going to finagle some duct tape action or something to keep the toe bindings tight because I love the shoes otherwise.

gnat at Backcountry.com on 01/02/2009