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[Steep and Cheap] Atlas E12 Series Elektra Snowshoe - Women's - $124.97 (Reg. $249.95)

Atlas made the Women's E12 Series Elektra Snowshoes with an incredibly lightweight, strong, and responsive frame. Combine that with a women's-specific tapered shape and crazy traction, and you're ready for fluffy snow and icy, steep slopes. A heel-lift bar gives your calves a break on the steeps, and the toe crampons, heel cleats, and Traverse Trac Rails all dig in to make sure your climbs and descents are skid-free. The E12 Series' buckles let you pull these snowshoes on with your... Read Full Story

[Steep and Cheap] La Sportiva Onix GTX-XCR Hiking Boot - Men's - $59.99 (Reg. $144.95)

The La Sportiva Onix GTX-XCR Men's Hiking Boots provide total moisture protection for your feet, excellent traction in harsh conditions, and great support for your next hike. The Gore-Tex XCR lining ensures not one drop of water gets through these La Sportiva boots no matter how muddy the trail gets. Their Vibram Hiking I.B.S. outsoles grip steep trails and slick rocks to keep you upright and moving. The Onix Hiking Boots also include a -length polypropylene shank to help you carry... Read Full Story

Merrell Men’s Perimeter GORE-TEX Hiking Boot

From:  bootstalk.com
A lightweight long hauler that can go the distance in the worst of conditions, thanks to GORE-TEX gasket construction including Aegis antimicrobial lining, a well padded and contoured waterproof top grain leather upper and weather-sealing double tongue. Significant protection from a high-rise EVA footframe, toe bumpers and backstays. Vibram Multi-Grip hiking sole grips and brakes without speed-slowing overbite.   $164.95 | Hiking Boots | Read more... Read Full Story

MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes

From:  sectionhiker.com
I've switched from my old snowshoes to a new pair of MSR Lightning Ascents . I got them in the 25 inch size, one size smaller than recommended by the manufacturer for my body weight + pack weight because I wanted a smaller footprint for navigating in the forests and rocky moonscape of New England's mountains. The pair of 30 inch Northern Lite snowshoes that I used last year proved to be overkill for the snow conditions we have in New England. The snow here is not nearly as deep as out... Read Full Story

[Steep and Cheap] Atlas E12 Series Elektra Snowshoe - Women's - $124.97 (Reg. $249.95)

Atlas made the Women's E12 Series Elektra Snowshoes with an incredibly lightweight, strong, and responsive frame. Combine that with a women's-specific tapered shape and crazy traction, and you're ready for fluffy snow and icy, steep slopes. A heel-lift bar gives your calves a break on the steeps, and the toe crampons, heel cleats, and Traverse Trac Rails all dig in to make sure your climbs and descents are skid-free. The E12 Series' buckles let you pull these snowshoes on with your... Read Full Story

[Steep and Cheap] La Sportiva Onix GTX-XCR Hiking Boot - Men's - $64.99 (Reg. $144.95)

The La Sportiva Onix GTX-XCR Men's Hiking Boots provide total moisture protection for your feet, excellent traction in harsh conditions, and great support for your next hike. The Gore-Tex XCR lining ensures not one drop of water gets through these La Sportiva boots no matter how muddy the trail gets. Their Vibram Hiking I.B.S. outsoles grip steep trails and slick rocks to keep you upright and moving. The Onix Hiking Boots also include a -length polypropylene shank to help you carry... Read Full Story

Merrell Men’s Moab Ventilator Mid Hiking Shoe

From:  bootstalk.com
When you’re hiking, biking or working under a hot sun, the last article of apparel you want to shed is your boots. Well, almost the last. Fortunately, the Moab Ventilator Mid is like air conditioning for your feet. Mid-height uppers are Dura leather with lots of exposed breathable Ventilator mesh. Breathable mesh linings and bellow tongue. Rubber toe bumper and heel counter, Vibram Multi-Sport Plus sole provide the protection, support and traction you need when the action heats up... Read Full Story

Timberland Men’s Chochorua Trail Hiking Boot

From:  bootstalk.com
Just right for day hikes. This waterproof, breathable hiker has a high-performance design for exceptional support and comfort over a range of terrain. Imported.   $109.95 | Hiking Boots | Read more... Read Full Story

MSR Denali Ascent

MSR Denali Ascent Demanding winter ascents require equipment as tough as you are, which is why we created the Denali Ascents. These lightweight, technical snowshoes offer incredible performance on ice and snow-covered landscapes. Do It YourSelf at http://diy-do-it-yourself.blogspot.com/ Read Full Story

MSR Denali Tyker Snowshoes - Kids'

MSR Denali Tyker Snowshoes - Kids' Because kids don't like to have the 'kid's version' of anything, MSR created the Denali Little Llama Tyker snowshoe. With the same durable, one-piece plastic construction as our adult models, the Denali Little Llama Tyker steps over the 'toy' performance of other children's snowshoes. The MSR binding design is easy for smaller, mitten-clad hands to get in and out of. Denali Tyker snowshoes are made for kids who weigh up to 90 pounds/41 kg, and fit children... Read Full Story
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