Lightning Ascent snowshoes represent the pinnacle of ultralight and aggressive all-terrain performance, and now feature MSR's advanced Paragon™ binding. Designed to wrap securely around your boot without pressure points, the binding’s mesh strap ensures maximum foot control with truly uncompromised comfort. In technical terrain, the snowshoes’ 360 Traction™ Frames provide unrivaled grip—especially on traverses. Ballistic-grade decking offers long-lasting durability, and Ergo Televator heel lifts back you up when climbing the steeps.
- Unrivaled traction: 360° traction frames deliver edge-to-edge grip, and durable steel DTX crampons provide serious bite in challenging conditions—delivering unmatched traction in technical terrain
- Paragon™ binding: comfortable, freeze-resistant mesh strap wraps securely around a wide range of boots for ultimate security, while toe stops offer fast, precise foot alignment
- All-condition adaptability: add-on modular flotation tails allow you the maneuverability of a smaller, primary snowshoe with the added, on-demand flotation of optional, 5-inch (13 cm) tails
- Uphill efficiency: Ergo™ Televators reduce fatigue and increase traction on the steeps with an ergonomic design that engages with a flick of a pole grip
- Uses : for mountaineering, aggressive backcountry pursuits, and rugged terrain
- Frame material: 7075-T6 aluminum
- Deck material: TPU coated nylon
- 22 inches:
- Weight per pair: 1.87 kg (4 lb. 3 oz.)
- Width: 20 cm (8 in.)
- Length: 56 cm (22 in.)
- Footwear size range: 6-14 (men sizes)
- Load: up to 80 kg (180 lb.)
- Load with tails : up to 114 kg (250 lb.)
- 25 inches:
- Weight per pair: 1.95 kg (4 lb. 5 oz.)
- Width: 20 cm (8 in.)
- Length: 64 cm (25 in.)
- Footwear size range: 6-14 (men sizes)
- Load: 54 kg - 100 kg + (120 lb. - 220 lb.)
- Load with tails: up to 127 kg (280 lb.)
- 30 inches:
- Weight per pair: 2.22 kg (4 lb. 15 oz.)
- Width: 20 cm (8 in.)
- Length: 76 cm (30 in.)
- Footwear size range: 6-14 (men sizes)
- Load: 68 kg - 127 kg + (180 lb. - 300 lb.)
- Load with tails : 82 kg - 136 kg + (180 lb. - 300 lb.)
