Did Someone Say Snowshoe Running? Leave Competition Behind With These Shoes!
If you are serious about the sport of running snowshoeing the single most important piece of gear is running specific snowshoes. Two top brands are made by Northern Lites and Red Feather Snowshoes. Both are Wisconsin based companies that are constantly innovating to stay ahead on the latest technology to make sure you are on the competitive edge.
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This is the company’s lightest shoe- weighing in at just over 2 pounds. Runners experience a smoother ride because of the V-Tail design on the back of the show for added mobility and speed. Plus, there is full rotation binding system so your feet move freely and keep an efficient stride.
The Hypalon II Cross Country Bindings cinch down to any athletic shoe or hiking boot for flexibility and range of motion.
Specs:
Frame: 6000 Series aircraft grade aluminum
Hinge: Live-Action Hinge lifts the tail of the shoe from the snow with every step
Bindings: Cross Country Bindings Ultra-Light made from Hypalon II with urethane straps which cinch down to any running shoe or light
Crampon: Titanium crampon system, Redfeather’s lightest, yet one of the strongest crampon systems.
Decking: Hypalon II, one of the lightest, yet toughest composite materials available
Frame: 6000 Series aircraft grade aluminum modified V-Tail frame that matches a runner’s natural stride
21 inches long, 7.5 inches wide, supports up to 190 lbs.
Price: $249.95
Link: https://www.redfeather.com/
2. The Race By Northern Lite Snowshoes
This company has a keen focus on making the lightest and most durable snowshoes on the market. The Race Snowshoe, weighs in at just over two pounds per pair, making it a strong choice for anyone looking to smoke their opponent. Toe and heel crampons are complete with de-icing pads and cleats also make sure traction is working for you. The snowshoe is meant for racing but can also be used for cross training, racing, climbing and hiking.
The Partially rotating toe cord are a key componet to Northern Lites! (You won’t have to pick up the weight of the snowshoe at every step and you won’t flip snow up your back as you run!)
Specs:
Frame: Easton 7075 T6 aluminum alloy is an Ultra-Light weight, stiffer and harder material that provides the lightest and most durable frame on the market.
Decking: Coolthane. The toughest and lightest deck on the market. 250% more abrasion resistant than hypalon and a rip stop material that is 3X’s the puncture resistance than hypalon.
Pivot Belt: Genuine Biothane pivot belt allows for millions of strides without any reduction in strength. The Natural Stride design allows for you to move the shoe as you please with every step without snow being thrown over your head!
Binding: The TruTrak Binding system is one of the simplest yet most engineered bindings on the market. They keep your feet from slipping with near zero lateral twist for traversing times on the trail.
Crampons: Aggressively designed and strategically placed crampons allow for premier traction while not introducing unneeded weight. Both the Toe and heel crampons come with de-icing pads to assure there is no snow or ice buildup underfoot.20 inches long, 8 inches widePrice: $229.00
20 inches long, 8 inches wide, supports up to 190 lbs.
Price: $229.00
Link: https://www.northernlites.com/
(Also See Gear Suggestions for Running Snow Shoe Running )
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