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MSR Lightning Ascent 22 Snowshoes - Women's

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The women's MSR Lightning Ascent 22 snowshoes provide top-of-the-line traction on backcountry terrain. They're packable and lightweight, with the option to add tails for extra flotation.

Sturdy aluminum 360° Traction frame provides security on any terrain, thanks to aggressive teeth integrated in the frame along the outside edge and underfoot
Urethane-impregnated nylon decking is lightweight, waterproof and durable; heel strike area features a welded-on reinforcement patch
Lightweight, low-profile and women-specific frames accommodate a narrow gait, save overall weight and improve agility
PosiLock™ AT bindings provide the most secure, freeze-resistant attachment system that MSR offers
Steel crampons underfoot not only grip well, but also provide stability and reduce heel drift for an efficient gait
Ergonomic heel lifts engage with the flick of a pole grip to ease strain on your calves during steep ascents
Compatible with MSR Lightning Snowshoe Flotation tails (sold separately) for an easy-on/off flotation boost when in deep snow or carrying extra weight
All materials are waterproof, so they don't soak up water, freeze and get heavy
Please note: without tails, recommended load is up to 180 lbs., and with 5 in. tails, recommended load is up to 240 lbs.
Recommended load specification for the women's MSR Lightning Ascent 22 snowshoes includes weight of hiker with gear; flotation will vary with snow conditions

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MSR Lightning Ascent 22 Snowshoes - Women's Customer Reviews

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MSR Lightning Ascent 22 Snowshoes - Women's

5.0

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Attach securely (3)
Easy in/out (3)
Good traction (3)
Lightweight (3)
Stable (3)

Cons

Best Uses

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
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  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
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  Feels too wide

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Jan

2013

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Exceeds Expectations!!

By JenB1

from Boise, ID

About Me Intermediate

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Pros

Attach Securely
Compact Design
Easy Entry & Exit
Good Traction
Lightweight
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

All Terrain
Flat Terrain
Icy Conditions
Off Trail
Rolling Terrain
Steep Pitches

Comments about MSR Lightning Ascent 22 Snowshoes - Women's:

I would buy these over and over again. My husband and I both bought the MSR Lightings and we found we didn't have to modify our gate hardly at all, which is not what I've found in the lesser priced shoes that are out there. Extremely grippy; I rarely lost traction whether I was on ice, wet snow or powder. We went through some pretty steep grades and never had a problem. We rarely had to go sideways down or up hills. And the "Televators" were EXCELLENT! REALLY came in handy, saving us additional strain on our calf muscles climbing the super steep hills. They were super easy to get on and off. We will be buying the modular tails for deeper terrain.

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Dec

2012

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best snowshoes ever!

By ktcnclmb

from Seattle, WA

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Pros

Attach Securely
Compact Design
Easy Entry & Exit
Good Traction
Lightweight
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

All Terrain

Comments about MSR Lightning Ascent 22 Snowshoes - Women's:

I just bought this pair of snowshoes for going on search and rescue missions in King County. I recently used the Women's Lightning Ascents to hike around Keechelus Lake in the Central Cascades and to do some off-trail exploring. These snowshoes were great for staying afloat in the fresh powder (I'm 170 with a pack on), but also for scrambling over rocks, crossing a creek, and climbing a 60-degree slope. They were easy to maneuver in small spaces, and I had no problems moving around a little camp space with them. I only had to adjust the straps once over a 5-hour trip. Finally, I love that these snowshoes are a local product, made here in Seattle. I couldn't have dreamed of a better pair of snowshoes.

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Jan

2012

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesome grip on steep icy slopes

By pogoman

from Portland, Ore

About Me Intermediate

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Pros

Attach Securely
Easy Entry & Exit
Good float
Good Traction
Lightweight
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry
Deep Snow
Icy Conditions
Off Trail
Steep Pitches

Comments about MSR Lightning Ascent 22 Snowshoes - Women's:

I love these snowshoes. They have great grip on icy, steep slopes and really good float. I've only used these snowshoes twice, but both times I tested them in backcountry and they were great!

In terms of aesthetics, the bindings look a little untidy, but they work great!! These are a great choice. Hopefully, these will last a long time.