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Tuesday, October 25, 2005

Snowshoe Industry Releases Bulletin on Selecting Snowshoes

The Snowshoeing industry has issued a press release educating consumers on the current most popular types of snowshoes on the market today, as well as best practices for selecting a pair of snowshoes that is best suited for an individual's particular needs. The release begins by explaining that there are plenty of good reasons to snowshoe. Snowshoeing has a faster learning curve than cross-country skiing. And snowshoes are less expensive and easier to transport than cross country skis.

The three general classes of snow shoes include:
Traditional wooden snowshoes, which have rawhide lacing and are large and relatively heavy. They are not as maneuverable as more modern snowshoes, and they require some maintenance each season. Some snowshoers prefer them because they are attractive and nostalgic, but most outdoor enthusiasts use modern high-tech snowshoes. Injection-molded snowshoes are inexpensive and utilitarian but lack any type of design aesthetic. They are strong and dependable but tend to be heavy. Finally, high-tech snowshoes generally have tubing frames made of the type of aluminum used in aircraft, and they have synthetic decking material across the broad surface instead of lacing. These are lighter in weight than the other kinds, and they are the type of snowshoe that most users choose today.

When selecting snow shoes, in particular the high-tech styles, consumers will be confronted with a series of decisions based primarily on intended activity. Racing snowshoes are light and small and are designed for running over groomed trails as a competitive sport. They are not large enough to use on unpacked snow, nor are they sturdy enough for backcountry use. Some high-tech racing snowshoes have titanium or carbon-fiber frames which are strong but light. They are great for getting into shape, but they are not designed or recommended for hiking.
Recreational snowshoes are designed for casual walking over trails or gently rolling terrain for a few miles or a few hours. Backcountry snowshoes are sturdy, dependable snowshoes designed for steep slopes, deep snow, off-trail travel, mountaineering, and mountain rescue.

Snowshoe Industry Releases Bulletin on Selecting Snowshoes

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