Atlas 8 Series

Atlas 8 Series

Average Rating: rated 3.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 3 Trailspace users

Description

The 8 Series is a hiking snowshoe made by Atlas. It has an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5), based on 3 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"Atlas 825 8-series snowshoes are ideal for adventure trail hiking; these are built to carry 120 - 200 lbs. Atlas 825 Features: Strong, aircraft-grade aluminum frames and abrasion-resistant Nytex™ decks are impervious to the cold Soft, comfortable EZ8™ bindings' clamshell design eliminates pressure points; molded-in arch support offers comfort on longer hikes Fast-Loc™ buckles are easy to put on and take off Durable, stainless-steel 8-Trac™ toe crampons provide a secure grip on icy slopes; patented heel cleat for downhill braking traction Recommended load specification includes weight of hiker with gear"

From REI:
"Atlas 8-series snowshoes are ideal for adventure trail hiking--these carry 170 - 250 lbs. Strong, aircraft-grade aluminum frames and abrasion-resistant Nytex™ decks are impervious to the cold. Soft, comfortable EZ8™ bindings' clamshell design eliminates pressure points; molded-in arch support offers comfort on longer hikes. Fast-Loc™ buckles are easy to put on and take off. Durable, stainless-steel 8-Trac™ toe crampons provide a secure grip on icy slopes; patented heel cleat for downhill braking traction. Double-reinforced heel-strike area and rugged urethane binding suspension offer long-wearing durability. Recommended load specification includes weight of hiker with gear."

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Atlas 825 Cross Country Snowshoe (Spring 2006) Technology and comfort fuse together in the 825 Cross Country by Atlas to deliver the perfect performance level for the day hiker and fitness enthusiast - ideally designed for moderate terrain trail systems and occasional off-trail adventures. Length: 25 in. Surface Area: 178 sq. in. Weight (pair): 3.84 lbs. Load: 120 - 200 lbs."

From Backcountry.com:
"The Atlas 8 Series is an excellent snowshoe for hiking across moderate to steep terrain."

User Reviews

rated 3.5 of 5 stars Men's 8 Series
Reviewed by Mary, Jan 30, 2008

"I bought these shoes 8 years ago, but have probably used them a total of 25 times for 2-3 hour hikes on moderately steep terrain. The screws holding the binding blew out recently and the decking material ripped on that same shoe.

At times they were used on somewhat icy snow-covered roads that may have worn the screws."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's 8 Series
Reviewed by Kim, Jan 09, 2006

"My rating would be a 5 if not for one single complaint that I have had with these shoes. And that is that the deck snaps back at the end of every step and hits my heel, spraying snow not just on the backs of my legs, but all over my upper back and over my head."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's 8 Series (825)
Reviewed by Erik Swanson, Oct 13, 2004

"For me, the big selling point for the Atlas 825 snowshoes is the binding. It is very easy to get into and out of this binding, which encompasses the front of your boot in sort of a plastic clamshell, with a strap around the heel.

My only real complaint is that I found that my foot seems to gradually slide back in the binding, particularly when going uphill."

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