Kahtoola FLIGHTboot

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Kahtoola says its unique FLIGHTsystem is “what snowshoes wanted to be when they grew up.” The FLIGHTsystem is made up of an insulated FLIGHTboot with built-in traction and a FLIGHTdeck step-in snowshoe deck. The system is designed to adapt to conditions ranging from packed powder to deep snow to icy terrain, whether you’re walking, running, or hiking.

The FLIGHTboot is an insulated overshoe that stretches to fit over sneakers, light hikers, or other footwear and is secured by a ratcheted strap. The boot offers warmth, waterproof protection, and quiet travel without snow kick-up. Stainless steel cleats in the forefoot, midfoot, and heel provide traction when hiking and running on snow-packed trails or walking on icy surfaces.

Sizes: 7 unisex sizes accommodating shoes from women’s size 5 up to men’s 14
Weight: 2.75 lbs (1280 g) per pair
Materials: 3 mm waterproof Neoprene reinforced with Hypalon, stainless steel crampons
MSRP: $149

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Backcountry.com:
"When the snow is packed but too slippery for regular shoes, slip Kahtoola's Snow Travel FLIGHTboots over your running or hiking shoes, and get a grip as you hike up the trail. As you run or hike along, the FLIGHTboot's stainless steel cleats at the forefoot, midfoot and heel dig in and give you traction with every step. Made with waterproof Neoprene material, these insulated boots keep your feet dry and warm. Slip your running shoe into the FLIGHTboot, zip up the back, ratchet down the front buckle, and get going. The FLIGHTboot easily clips into Kahtoola's FLIGHTdeck snowshoe system (not included) when the snow gets too deep."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"It's time to think outside the conventional snowshoe frame and step into a new paradigm in snow travel with the Kahtoola FLIGHTboot . Providing plenty of traction for hiking in packed snow conditions, the FLIGHTboot is a great alternative to snowshoes. This insulated boot slides over your running shoes or other flexible footwear, offering unsurpassed warmth, comfort, and support. When you need flotation for deep snow, simply a click" into the FLIGHTdeck . You'll never mess around in the cold with straps or buckles again!"

User Reviews

Unisex FLIGHTboot
Reviewed by Alicia, Mar 07, 2007

"The Kahtoola FLIGHTsystem, integrated overboots (FLIGHTboots) and snowshoe decks (FLIGHTdecks), offers winter trail runners and hikers a warm, dry, and binding-free alternative to traditional snowshoes. The system is designed for running and hiking primarily on snow-packed trails."

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