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MSR Evo Trail vs Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN

Evo Trail is the lighter of the two by 60 g (2.1 oz).

Evo Trail lists for $220.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Where to buy

Evo Trail

  • Check price on Amazon→

Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN

  • Check price at Cascade Designs

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Evo Trail

MSR

Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN

MSR

Weight
63.8 oz
66.0 oz
MSRP
$179.95
$399.95

Which one to choose

  • Choose the MSR Evo Trail if every ounce counts — 63.8 oz against 66.0 oz.
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Questions this comparison answers

Is the MSR Evo Trail lighter than the MSR Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN?
Evo Trail is the lighter of the two by 60 g (2.1 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the MSR Evo Trail or the MSR Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN?
Evo Trail lists for $220.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

MSR Evo Trail

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“The MSR Evo Trail is the do-everything entry into MSR's legendary snowshoe line: a tough unified plastic deck ringed by a steel traction frame, with steel bars underfoot for grip on packed snow and ice. It accepts add-on tails when you need more float, making it a genuine one-and-done choice for most winter hikers.”
Full specs and prices for the Evo Trail →

MSR Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN

Source not recorded.

“MSR Lightning Ascent snowshoes represent the pinnacle of ultralight and aggressive all-terrain performance, with uncompromised foot control and comfort.”
Full specs and prices for the Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN →

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