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MSR Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN vs Tubbs Flex TRK

Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN is the lighter of the two by 35 g (1.2 oz).

Where to buy

Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN

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Flex TRK

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Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN

MSR

Flex TRK

Tubbs

Weight
66.0 oz
67.2 oz
MSRP
$399.95
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Which one to choose

  • Choose the MSR Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN if every ounce counts — 66.0 oz against 67.2 oz.
+ Add the Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN to my pack+ Add the Flex TRK to my pack

Questions this comparison answers

Is the MSR Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN lighter than the Tubbs Flex TRK?
Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN is the lighter of the two by 35 g (1.2 oz).

MSR Lightning™ Ascent Snowshoes - Cobalt Blue / 22 IN

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“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 →

Tubbs Flex TRK

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“An entry-level 24-inch recreational snowshoe built on Tubbs' torsionally flexible Flex Tail composite deck, with 3D-curved traction rails, a toe crampon, and a glove-friendly binding. It is the default first snowshoe for packed and rolling trails, sized for roughly 120-200 lb of total load.”
Full specs and prices for the Flex TRK →

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