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Separate but equal. Please do not snowshoe over
ski tracks.
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| Sharing the trail to Summit Shelter |
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| ONC skiers meet ONC snowshoers |
Types of Snowshoes
Mountaineering/Backcountry
Steep slopes & ice Traction, maneuverability,
durability
Un-groomed trails Floatation
Heavy loads Durability
Recreational/snow hiking
Scaled down mountaineering/backcountry
Sport (racing)
Groomed trails
Light weight,
compact size
Running stride Asymmetric (bindings on
inside)
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Snowshoe Rentals Rogue Valley
Rent
before you buy
Ashland Mountain Supply
(On the Plaza at 31 N Main, Ashland, 488-5402)
Ashland Outdoor
(37-3rd St, Ashland, 488-1202)
http://www.outdoorstore.com/
Blackbird (1810
W. Main, Medford, 779-5431)
http://www.b-bird.com/
GI Joe's (2370
Poplar, Medford, 772-9956)
http://www.gijoes.com/
McKenzie Outfitters
(1340 Biddle, Medford, 773-5145)
http://www.mckenzieoutfitters.com/
Siskiyou Cyclery
(1729 Siskiyou Blvd, Ashland, 482-1997)
http://www.siskiyoucyclery.com/
Size
More area = more flotation all things being equal
The
right size is the smallest shoe that will support your weight under most condition.
A litter bigger is better than too small.
Smaller shoes for:
Cascade cement
high moisture snow
Packed powder
old cohesive granular snow
Groomed or
broken trails (DO NOT SNOWSHOE
ON SKI TRAILS)
Larger shoes needed for:
Rocky mountain
power fresh low density, low moisture snow
Sugar snow
old un-cohesive granular snow
Un-groomed
or un-broken trails
Bindings
Types of bindings - free rotation, fixed roation
(and combination systems)
Free rotation (pivot rod)
Fixed/Limited
rotation (pivot strap)
Tail drags, toe lifts with foot
Tail lifts with foot rotation
Easier trail breaking on fresh snow Reduced energy loss on packed
trails
Better traction while climbing
Easier to back up
Check for:
Comfort - How does it feel?
Fit - Minimal lateral movement, ball of foot over pivot
Ease of use - Does it hold adjustment (does not loosen
on the trail)
Traction
Devices (Crampons)
Cleats at heel and toe of foot (primary praction esp
on ice)
Deck attachment, lacing to frame
Patterned plastic decks
[Whats next? Fishscales that let the shoe glide forward
but hold on climbs?]
Note that cleats work best going straight up or straight
down the fall line.
THE
REST OF THE STORY
Proper
winter dress
Boots - Water resistance, comfort with bindings
Gaiters keep snow out of boots
Layers for aerobic, heat generating activity
No cotton
Poles
- Consider adjustable poles
The Pack
Water & Food
Navigational aids
Survival Gear (Ten essentials incl. First Aid)
Repair
kit
Nylon cable ties
Leatherman
multi-purpose tool, Swiss army knife
Parachute
cord, nylon webbing
Duct Tape
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