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    Snowshoes for Backcountry Skiboarding

    Here are a couple of reviews and discussion of using snowshoes for backcountry skiboarding. Snowshoes are a simple method of getting into backcountry skiboarding . Skiboards are carried on the pack on the way up while wearing snowshoes and then poles and snowshoes go on the pack while riding down on skiboards. I like the MSR Denali Snowshoe which has nice crampons for grip and especially like the MSR Denali Ascent that has a heel lift.

    In both of these reviews and reports I am climbing with snowshoes and carrying my KTP's which are very nice backcountry skiboards.
    IMG_0378 by Jack Jue Jr, on Flickr

    http://www.skiboardsonline.com/vbull...ead.php?t=8027


    http://www.skiboardsonline.com/vbull...ead.php?t=8106

    Overall , I much prefer touring with the Backcountry Touring Kit over using snowshoes. It is really nice to get the monkey off the back and not be carrying extra weight up and down the mountain and it is very efficient to use the skiboard as both an uphill as well as a downhill tool . The use of snowshoes however does mate really well with easily packable skiboards for backcountry travel and is really a very viable alternative to using a touring binding on a skiboard.
    Boards :
    Blunt Xl, DLP, Spliff, Condor, Rockered Condor , Slingshot, Sherpa, Icelantic Shaman
    Boots
    K2 BFC 100 Grip walk sole , Dynafit CR Radical AT boot, Ride Insano Snowboard boots
    Bindings:
    Zero Pro Non release Binding
    Modified Receptor Backcountry Bindings (Bill Version and Slow Version)
    Spruce Riser with Attack 14 GW /AT binding
    Custom Risers with Fritschi Backcountry Bindings (Jeff Singer version 1, Bill version)
    Rocker and Sbol Soft Boot Bindings.
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  • #2
    Tough breaking trail on snowshoes though..........
    Crossbow (go to dream board)
    Most everything else over time.
    Go Android

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    • #3
      Originally posted by valmorel View Post
      Tough breaking trail on snowshoes though..........
      yes , i agree... IMHO Snowshoes perform better as a climbing tool in firmer snow , or a small amount of fresh snow over a firm surface ..

      here are some pros and cons of snowshoes vs touring bindings on skiboards

      Snowshoes.......
      * you can usually take a more direct route climbing up a hill ( if the snow is not too deep )
      * offer easier means of crossing obstacles like fallen trees, dirt , patches of rocks mixed dirt and snow . etc.
      * no learning curve to use , takes a bit of practice to get proficient using skins and touring bindings.


      Large Surface area skiboards with touring bindings and skins and ski crampons if needed.....

      * offer ease traversing slopes, snowshoes can be difficult to use traversing , especially on firm snow .
      * offer greater speed on flat surfaces or rolling gentle slopes,
      * with "climbing skins" attached make climbing slopes less effort , gliding forward with each step rather than picking up snowshoe and stepping down
      * make "breaking trail" less of an effort,
      * allows you to use trails already broken by skiers and splitboarders . It is very poor backcountry etiquette to snowshoe up skier packed trails .
      * no need to carry extra gear on your back up and down the hill .


      IMHO with the development of a robust sturdy backcountry touring kit for skiboards that supports ski crampons and provides a way to restrict torque of the front of the free heel boot for difficult climbing on firm snow , the advantages of the backcountry touring kit far outweighs any advantages of snowshoes and my snowshoes are gathering dust . I use the backcountry touring kit on my Condors in preference to my snowshoes in all conditions whether deep winter snow or firm spring snow .
      Boards :
      Blunt Xl, DLP, Spliff, Condor, Rockered Condor , Slingshot, Sherpa, Icelantic Shaman
      Boots
      K2 BFC 100 Grip walk sole , Dynafit CR Radical AT boot, Ride Insano Snowboard boots
      Bindings:
      Zero Pro Non release Binding
      Modified Receptor Backcountry Bindings (Bill Version and Slow Version)
      Spruce Riser with Attack 14 GW /AT binding
      Custom Risers with Fritschi Backcountry Bindings (Jeff Singer version 1, Bill version)
      Rocker and Sbol Soft Boot Bindings.

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      • #4
        Do you know where I could get snowshoes in the uk, can't seem to find them anywhere.
        Also, would my line jedis have enough float for now? I'm 5' 2" 100lbs and the dimensions of the jedis are 130mm tip 101 mm waist and 130mm tail.
        Line Jedis
        Line Bullets
        '11 KTP's
        2xFF cams
        '11 silver receptors
        Full Tilt Booters

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        • #5
          Snow and Rock usually have them during winter months.
          Crossbow (go to dream board)
          Most everything else over time.
          Go Android

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          • #6
            Originally posted by Fast View Post
            Do you know where I could get snowshoes in the uk, can't seem to find them anywhere.
            Also, would my line jedis have enough float for now? I'm 5' 2" 100lbs and the dimensions of the jedis are 130mm tip 101 mm waist and 130mm tail.
            You should be fine on the Line jedis for now at your weight
            here is a UK supplier I found for the snowshoe I like

            http://www.peglers.co.uk/2_MSR-Denal...t-Snowshoe.htm
            Boards :
            Blunt Xl, DLP, Spliff, Condor, Rockered Condor , Slingshot, Sherpa, Icelantic Shaman
            Boots
            K2 BFC 100 Grip walk sole , Dynafit CR Radical AT boot, Ride Insano Snowboard boots
            Bindings:
            Zero Pro Non release Binding
            Modified Receptor Backcountry Bindings (Bill Version and Slow Version)
            Spruce Riser with Attack 14 GW /AT binding
            Custom Risers with Fritschi Backcountry Bindings (Jeff Singer version 1, Bill version)
            Rocker and Sbol Soft Boot Bindings.

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            • #7
              Thanks a lot jjue! Btw are the poles a must?
              Line Jedis
              Line Bullets
              '11 KTP's
              2xFF cams
              '11 silver receptors
              Full Tilt Booters

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Fast View Post
                Thanks a lot jjue! Btw are the poles a must?
                Yes I really consider them pretty much an essential . if you are walking on flat only maybe not but for any kind of serious climbing , they aid with balance , conserve energy and are necessary for safety , think of it as having 4 wheel drive for off terrrain work ..

                here is some information
                http://www.livestrong.com/article/11...shoeing-poles/

                I like 3 section collapsilbe trekking poles with snow baskets . this allows me to stow the poles reduced the pack for descent .

                this is the one I use

                http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com...ng-poles/trail
                Boards :
                Blunt Xl, DLP, Spliff, Condor, Rockered Condor , Slingshot, Sherpa, Icelantic Shaman
                Boots
                K2 BFC 100 Grip walk sole , Dynafit CR Radical AT boot, Ride Insano Snowboard boots
                Bindings:
                Zero Pro Non release Binding
                Modified Receptor Backcountry Bindings (Bill Version and Slow Version)
                Spruce Riser with Attack 14 GW /AT binding
                Custom Risers with Fritschi Backcountry Bindings (Jeff Singer version 1, Bill version)
                Rocker and Sbol Soft Boot Bindings.

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                • #9
                  Here is a report on SBOL forum member, Kx125Rider 's first trip into the backcountry on snowshoes and his take on snowshoes in deep pow ..



                  http://www.skiboardsonline.com/vbull...ead.php?t=9473
                  Boards :
                  Blunt Xl, DLP, Spliff, Condor, Rockered Condor , Slingshot, Sherpa, Icelantic Shaman
                  Boots
                  K2 BFC 100 Grip walk sole , Dynafit CR Radical AT boot, Ride Insano Snowboard boots
                  Bindings:
                  Zero Pro Non release Binding
                  Modified Receptor Backcountry Bindings (Bill Version and Slow Version)
                  Spruce Riser with Attack 14 GW /AT binding
                  Custom Risers with Fritschi Backcountry Bindings (Jeff Singer version 1, Bill version)
                  Rocker and Sbol Soft Boot Bindings.

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