Category: Snowshoes Snowshoes are an essential piece of gear for anyone who plans to venture into the snow. Whether you're a seasoned mountaineer or just starting out, having the right pair of snowshoes can make all the difference in your experience on the trail. In this review, we will take a closer look at some of the best snowshoe options available from MSR and provide our thoughts on each model. MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (2017 Model) The MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes are designed for backcountry use and feature a lightweight, yet durable design that is perfect for those who want to move quickly through the snow. The shoes have a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control, even in deep snow conditions. They also come with a set of MSR Ascent Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. Overall, the MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through the backcountry while still maintaining good grip and control. MSR Lightning Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes (2018 Model) The MSR Lightning Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are a more advanced version of the previous model, featuring a 13-point binding system that provides even better grip and control. They also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. The shoes have a slightly larger surface area than the previous model, making them well-suited for deep snow conditions. Overall, the MSR Lightning Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through the backcountry while still maintaining good grip and control in deep snow conditions. MSR Lightning Ascent Women’s Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes (2018 Model) The MSR Lightning Ascent Women's Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are designed specifically for women, featuring a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control. They also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. The shoes have a slightly smaller surface area than the previous model, making them well-suited for moderate to deep snow conditions. Overall, the MSR Lightning Ascent Women's Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are an excellent choice for any woman who wants to move quickly through the backcountry while still maintaining good grip and control. MSR Lightning Explore All-Terrain Snowshoes The MSR Lightning Explore All-Terrain Snowshoes are designed for use in a variety of snow conditions, from deep powder to packed trails. They feature a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control, even in deep snow conditions. The shoes also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. Overall, the MSR Lightning Explore All-Terrain Snowshoes are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through a variety of snow conditions while still maintaining good grip and control. MSR Lightning Explore Women’s All-Terrain Snowshoes The MSR Lightning Explore Women's All-Terrain Snowshoes are designed specifically for women, featuring a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control. They also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. The shoes have a slightly smaller surface area than the previous model, making them well-suited for moderate to deep snow conditions. Overall, the MSR Lightning Explore Women's All-Terrain Snowshoes are an excellent choice for any woman who wants to move quickly through a variety of snow conditions while still maintaining good grip and control. MSR Evo Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes (2018 Model) The MSR Evo Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are designed for use in deep, technical backcountry terrain. They feature a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control, even in deep snow conditions. The shoes also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. Overall, the MSR Evo Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through technical backcountry terrain while still maintaining good grip and control. 22 Inch Pair (MSR Lightning Explore All-Terrain Snowshoes) The 22 inch pair of MSR Lightning Explore All-Terrain Snowshoes are designed for use in a variety of snow conditions, from deep powder to packed trails. They feature a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control, even in deep snow conditions. The shoes also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. Overall, the 22 inch pair of MSR Lightning Explore All-Terrain Snowshoes are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through a variety of snow conditions while still maintaining good grip and control. MSR Lightning Ascent Women's Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes with Paragon Bindings (2018 Model) The MSR Lightning Ascent Women's Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes with Paragon Bindings are designed specifically for women, featuring a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control. They also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. The shoes have a slightly smaller surface area than the previous model, making them well-suited for moderate to deep snow conditions. Overall, the MSR Lightning Ascent Women's Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes with Paragon Bindings are an excellent choice for any woman who wants to move quickly through technical backcountry terrain while still maintaining good grip and control. MSR Lightning Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes with Paragon Bindings (2018 Model) The MSR Lightning Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes with Paragon Bindings are a more advanced version of the previous model, featuring a 9-point binding system that provides even better grip and control. They also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. The shoes have a slightly larger surface area than the previous model, making them well-suited for deep snow conditions. Overall, the MSR Lightning Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes with Paragon Bindings are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through technical backcountry terrain while still maintaining good grip and control in deep snow conditions. MSR Revo Explore Snowshoe (2017 Model) The MSR Revo Explore Snowshoe is designed for use on packed trails, featuring a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control even on hardpacked surfaces. The shoes also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. Overall, the MSR Revo Explore Snowshoe is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through packed trails while still maintaining good grip and control. MSR Revo Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes (2018 Model) The MSR Revo Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are designed for use in deep, technical backcountry terrain. They feature a 9-point binding system that provides excellent grip and control, even in deep snow conditions. The shoes also come with a set of MSR Touring Poles, which are designed specifically for use with these snowshoes. Overall, the MSR Revo Ascent Backcountry & Mountaineering Snowshoes are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to move quickly through technical backcountry terrain while still maintaining good grip and control. In conclusion, MSR offers a wide range of high-quality snowshoe options that are perfect for any type of terrain. Whether you're looking for lightweight, fast-moving shoes or something more advanced with better grip and control, there is an option available from MSR.