Snowshoes

Snowshoes are familiar to those who live in the Far North where they have long been traditionally used for daily activities outdoors. Today, they are mostly used as part of recreational activity, allowing hikers to experience the mountain environment during the winter or enjoy the polar landscapes efficiently and safely. The increasing popularity of snowshoeing has accelerated the evolution of these shoes and today there is a wide range of choices, depending on the type of terrain you are going to tackle, the purpose of the snow ride, the weather, the condition of the snow, and your physical shape.

A broad classification includes hiking or recreational, racing, and backcountry types of snowshoes. Hiking snowshoes are designed for pleasant walks on flat terrain or moderate slopes; this type is suitable for large mountain shoes. On the contrary, racing models fit running shoes and are the shortest of all to improve agility. Backcountry snowshoes, finally, are the most technical type allowing you to cope with hard trails, including deep fresh snow and steep and icy slopes. The type of crampons, binding, contact surface, and architecture of the frame are among other features that allow narrowing the choice according to specific requirements. For an unrivaled selection of top-gamma snowshoes, browse our catalog, and don't forget to get a special bag to store them during the hot season.