Demanding winter ascents require equipment as tough as you are, which is why we created the Denali Ascent snowshoes. These lightweight, technically superior snowshoes offer incredible performance on ice and snow-covered landscapes.
Deck Platform Expedition proven, nonstick deck sheds
snow and ice. Modular 4- and 8-inch flotation tails make MSR snowshoes a 3-in-1 package, eliminating the need for multiple pairs of snowshoes. Steel Traction Bars Serrated edges run the length of the shoe on both sides and grip the snow for unmatched traction while traversing. Televator Heel Lifter When needed, they support the heel to reduce calf fatigue on long ascents. Durable Steel Crampons Hardened steel crampons with four aggressive front teeth and three rear teeth offer unrivaled traction. Steel Saber Teeth Provide extra grip in hard-packed snow. Braking Bars Quad-point braking bars work in conjunction with the steel crampons to stop you in your tracks. Heel Stabilizer Crampon extension eliminates heel drift while traversing. Flexible Binding Packs flat; stays moisture-free and adjustable in freezing conditions.
*Not a substitute for crampons
Weight: 3 lbs. 12oz/1692g
Size: 8" x 22"
Luidger - Apr 21, 2002 3:57 am - Voted 5/5
Untitled ReviewThe bindung is very easy to use (also with gloves).
During the season, I lost one strap and two saber teeth (I don't know when and why, noticed it only later).
I tried and compared with TSL Rando and Tubbs Altitude 30. In my opinion the MSR provides the best ratio of quality and price. Price for Ascent in Munich around 180 to 200 Euro. The Denali classic is cheaper (no heel elevator, no saber teeth). TSL is a little cheaper, but not as good. Tubbs is much more expensive, but in my opinion not better (it does especially not provide much protection against lateral slipping in traversing slopes due to its frame construction).