MSR Men’s Lightning Ascent Snowshoes

Lightning Ascent snowshoes represent the pinnacle of ultralight and aggressive all-terrain performance, and now feature our 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.

Discover the new Paragon Binding

• 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.

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Rubber Strap

22 IN: 180 pounds25 IN: 220 pounds30 IN: 280 pounds

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TPU-coated nylon

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22 IN: 22 x 8 x 4.25 inches25 IN: 25 x 8 x 4.25 inches30 IN: 30 x 8 x 4.25 inches

22 IN: 4 lbs.25 IN: 4 lbs. 3 oz.30 IN: 4 lbs. 12 oz.

Men’s