Everybody knows that skiing and snowboarding have been the most highlighted sports of the winter, but what about snowshoeing? Have you ever tried it?
If you havent, then it’s about time you hit the mountain trails with some snowshoes on your feet.
Here are a few pointers to make your first snowshoeing trip go as smoothly as possible:
1. Try to get snowshoes that are correspondent for your weight. There is nothing worse than trekking out into the white powder and sinking in it up to your thigh, because you didn’t buy some snowshoes that fit you properly. Shoes can vary from weight ratings of as little as 30 pounds, up to over 300 pounds. Make sure you find the right size and fit for your own liking.
2. Choose snowshoes that are lightweight. This is probably the most important factor to consider while selecting snowshoes. These mean shoes can range from super light, not more than a pound a piece, to weighing several pounds for each shoe. Imagine lugging around a brick on the bottom of your foot for a couple of miles – is this any fun? Always try to choose the lightest snowshoe that seems to size your taste.
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