Snowshoes, anyone?
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honeybunch1
Cathlete
I'm interested in that, too. I tried to buy some last year but did not know what to look for.
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andtckrtoo
Cathlete
Atlas makes good snowshoes, as does MSR. The best ones I've ever used are MSR's, but they are very expensive. I've also been happy with the Atlas's I've used. Snowshoes are not cheap, and you'll notice the difference especially on tough terrain with the better quality, so be prepared to pay. They're like buying running shoes. Go to a good store like REI if you have one local where the employees know what they're talking about, and tell them what you want to do. Different shoes are designed for different terrains.
acatalina
Cathlete
Gayle ,
You are not talking about snow in July are you.
SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
I am not ready.
We haven't even had a summer.
Rain, rain, rain.
Anne
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You are not talking about snow in July are you.
SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
I am not ready.
We haven't even had a summer.
Rain, rain, rain.
Anne
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Atlas has a great acronym for their snowshoes - FACT
Floatation, Articulation, Closure, Traction
Look for something with easy bindings!!! I like the Atlas 1025s - they are super lightweight, made for women and are wonderfuly comfortable. I snowshoe a ton and I just love them. I started with a cheap used pair of old tubbs and lvoed the sport. 3 years ago I upgraded to the Atlas and I enjoy the sport much more now without them banging my ankles they way men's snowshoes do.
The bindings are super easy to use and very comfortable. The articulation is great, so your feet are comfy and stable. There is an extra piece of traction on the back so you can run downhill with confidence that you won't slip.
Tip: When looking for size, go for smaller rather than larger. If you are close to the wieght limit for one size, size DOWN rather than up. They will be easier to use and you won't sink!
Enjoy! Snowshoeing is fun and burns 600 cal per hour!
Melissa
Floatation, Articulation, Closure, Traction
Look for something with easy bindings!!! I like the Atlas 1025s - they are super lightweight, made for women and are wonderfuly comfortable. I snowshoe a ton and I just love them. I started with a cheap used pair of old tubbs and lvoed the sport. 3 years ago I upgraded to the Atlas and I enjoy the sport much more now without them banging my ankles they way men's snowshoes do.
The bindings are super easy to use and very comfortable. The articulation is great, so your feet are comfy and stable. There is an extra piece of traction on the back so you can run downhill with confidence that you won't slip.
Tip: When looking for size, go for smaller rather than larger. If you are close to the wieght limit for one size, size DOWN rather than up. They will be easier to use and you won't sink!
Enjoy! Snowshoeing is fun and burns 600 cal per hour!
Melissa
TarHeelMom
Cathlete
Gayle, I have Atlas's too, but don't know which model because they were a gift from DH, DS1 and DS2. I have only used mine on-trail, since in the two years I've owned them we've been in Montana and Utah with many feet of snow banked off-trail, and I really wasn't sure I wouldn't sink without a trace. 
But I love them! Have fun shopping for them and more importantly enjoy them next winter! And keep us posted!
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But I love them! Have fun shopping for them and more importantly enjoy them next winter! And keep us posted! http://www.click-smilies.de/sammlung0304/sport/sport-smiley-003.gif Kathy S. http://www.click-smilies.de/sammlung0304/sport/sport-smiley-001.gif