Ya made me smile . H2's are one of my all time favorites and I have literally worn out several pair. Perhaps this is the best solution . But you have to admit that it is a whole lot more convenient to tighten up the gaiters and keep on truck'n rather than carrying extra footwear . Then again I do carry my H2's as my camp shoes ,, sometimes .  Lighter moccasins are my favorite however for dinner time .    Thanks for taking the time  ... View more

Thanks for the thoughtful ideas .  And this would work for certain .  Hopes are to find a solution that addresses the idea that I would be backpacking and would run into a section of trail ,, once in awhile ,, that created a dangerous obstacle because of a persons careless post holing . We are talking about frozen holes that trap a persons foot and leg when you plunge into it . Then it would clear up and the dry trail would continue . So packing skis or full size snowshoes for this unforeseen event is what I am trying to avoid .  Perhaps a less "inconvenient " solution . Sort of like a "miniature " set of snowshoes that were just right to span the hole so that my foot didn't plunge into it and thus run the risk of an injury .  Perhaps it is just a wishful thought . I have noticed that a childs snowshoe can be purchased that will accommodate my boots ( go figure ) and perhaps I should simply give it a try .  Thanks again for the help ... View more

Well, I suppose that if walking in a fashion that would avoid the holes was actually a solution then most likely I wouldn't have a question in the first place . Where I come from trail side walking can be frowned upon for obvious reasons. So I still have the same concerns as posted .  Obviously a pair of regular snowshoes would handle the issue . In fact if the person responsible for the holes had worn snowshoes the world would be a better place .  I have practical experience where the trail head was clear of any snow and part way ( 4 miles later) ran into a mile long section of frozen post holes with no option but to very carefully pick a path through it or turn around .  Thus my question in the first place .  ... View more

Thanks. The bubble issue seems to be common . I was hoping someone warranted against it . The notion of temp and elevation changes is nonsense . I have had compasses that developed bubbles with zero changes in either . Just setting in the drawer waiting to get back outside . Small bubbles are more cosmetic but large bubbles can interrupt the functioning of the compass and render it suitable for the retirement bend.  So what is an accepted limit on bubble size ? Who knows .  If you get lost then your bubble is too large .  A sad industry position on a troublesome issue.   ... View more