![]() I get that but was hoping they would do something to get me into a pair of the Lightnings even though it will cost me about fifty bucks more. Recreation Outlet would not do anything for me because they are already scratched up and they would not be able to put them back on the self to sell as new. I'm going to be calling MSR tomorrow to see if they will do anything for me. This was definitely not the experience I had with the Lightnings. There will definitely be no stealth maneuvers approaching wildlife with these shoes. I was almost embarrassed at how cheap they sounded. Also when walking on packed snow every crunch is amplified by the plastic deck. The Revo Ascents have the typical "slapping" noise when the shoe comes up to meet you heel but these are really loud. It would appear that MSR has changed these clips and are not very effective at doing their job. I asked the sales guy if he would mind seeing if the Lightning Ascents I had rented were in house so we could compare. Most were a loose fit just like on my Revo Ascents but a few were tighter. I went back to Recreation Outlet where I purchased the shoes and checked the clips on some of the other MSR models. If anything those clips were a bit on the tight side and took a bit of effort to slip the straps into them but the straps never came loose. I guess this is mostly an annoyance but I had no problem what so ever with the Lightning Ascents I rented. Within one minute the heel strap comes out of the clips and one or two of the over-the-foot straps fall out fairly regularly. The strap clips that hold the surplus binding straps do not hold. There are a couple of things that make me want to consider exchanging them for another model. They definitely got me to the top of the mountain so overall they performed as I had hoped. ![]() MSR Revo Ascent snowshoe are sold in pairs.I got a chance to try out my new MSR Revo Ascent snowshoes last Saturday. A modular design allows you to utilize MSR Revo Tails (sold separately) when conditions and weight demand greater flotation. MSR's suggested weight recommendations (weight to include user, snowshoes, and gear) are as follows: up to 180 pounds for 22-inch snowshoes and 120-220 pounds for 25-inch snowshoes. The snowshoes are available in 22-inch and 25-inch size options. On steep terrain, Ergo Televator heel lifters can be easily pulled into position with a gloved hand to reduce calf fatigue and better distribute load across the entire frame. The bindings provide easy adjustability and security in any type of weather. Unique Paragon bindings utilize ground-breaking, freeze-resistant mesh straps to provide a secure, comfortable fit for any footwear. Independent flexibility enables the crampons to move freely without over rotating, allowing you to maintain a free range of motion without jeopardizing balance. The pivoting, steel DTX crampons have split teeth that effectively distribute force on rugged terrain. The ExoTract platforms are comprised of aluminum framing with aggressive teeth and injected-molded decking has reactive flex that enables the shoes to respond properly on uneven surfaces. The streamlined profile of the snowshoes optimize agility and efficiency by promoting an easy, natural stride. MSR Revo Ascent snowshoes are equipped with maximum traction, lightweight durability, and secure and innovative bindings for challenging conditions and demanding climbs.
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