MSR Denali Evo Ascent

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The Denali Evo Ascent is a backcountry snowshoe made by MSR. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 3 user reviews.

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From CampSaver.com:
"FREE! SnowTote Snowshoe Bag With the purchase of Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoes.Free shipping!"

From Campmor:
"MSR Denali Evo Ascent snowshoes are high-tech tools for winter backcountry adventures. They represent the evolution of MSR's proven Denali design and construction method which revolutionized the snowshoe industry in 1995. The Evo Ascent is the premier snowshoe offering in MSR's snowshoe collection, featuring the same great traction and modular design as the Denali Classic and Ascent snowshoes with a redesigned deck, binding and crampon to improve backcountry performance and usability. Unparalleled Traction - Steel crampons, traction blades with integrated saber teeth and molded braking bars in deck provide unmatched traction. Reliable - Proven materials - Construction methods and improved design result in an extremely durable snowshoe. Versatile - 6" Evo flotation tails allow you to fine tune your shoes to the snow conditions and pack weight (sold separately). Acommodates Large Boots - Enlarged boot hole allows use of snowboard and/or ski boots. Easy to Use - New, Evo stand-up binding allows easy entry and exit from the snowshoe. Climb Easier - Televator Heel Lifter reduces calf fatigue to make climbing easier and more efficient. Walk with a More Natural Gait - Evo deck with tapered tip and tail makes walking in the shoes easier and more natural. Secure Fit - Crampon extension plate eliminates heel drift and four-strap binding provides a great fit and a secure attachment to the snowshoe. Wt. 3.5lbs./1589g. per pair."

From Backcountry.com:
"The MSR Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoe is incredibly efficient for snowshoeing in steep terrain thanks to its Televator heel lifter. When the going gets steep, just pull up this heel lifter, and your foot will remain flat even when you're walking straight up a steep incline. Keeping your feet flat also reduces the stress on your calves, so you can travel further. Available tail attachments increase flotation in deep snow. The MSR Denali Evo Ascent snowshoe has a powder-coated steel crampon which sheds the stickiest snow and bites into hardpack with ease."

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. MSR Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoes (Fall 2009) Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoes by MSR are high-tech tools for winter back country adventures. They represent the evolution of MSR's proven Denali design and construction method, which revolutionized the snowshoe industry in 1995. Evo Ascents feature the same superior traction and modular design as Denali Ascent snowshoes, with a redesigned deck, binding, and crampon to improve back country performance and usability. Specifications: Type: Snowshoes Trail Weight: 4 lbs. (1816 g) per pair Dimensions: 8 x 22 in. (20 x 56 cm) Features: Unmatched on Steep Terrain: Televator heel lifter reduces calf fatigue, making climbing easier and more efficient. Superior Traction: Steel traction blades with saber teeth, crampons, and molded braking bars in deck provide exceptional grip. Walk Easier: Tapered tip and tail make walking easier and more natural. Versatile: 6in. Evo flotation tails (sold separately) allow you to fine-tune your snowshoes to meet changing conditions and pack weight. User-Friendly: New stand-up binding allows easy entry and exit from the snowshoe. Secure Fit: Crampon extension plate eliminates heel drift, while four-strap binding provides a great fit and secure attachment to snowshoe."

User Reviews

Women's Denali Evo Ascent
Reviewed by Jrh, Jan 08, 2009

"WOW! New to snowshoeing, demoed these from a local ski shop bought them at a reduced cost. Living in SW Colorado I don't leave home without them when you have 4 ft of snow you don't know when you might need/want them. . .

I climbed steep snow piles with these shoes like I was a snow shoe rabbit! Didn't even know that they were on!! you will go anywhere."

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Unisex Denali Evo Ascent
Reviewed by Jarek, Feb 06, 2007

"Excellent general purpose snowshoe. Light, great traction and "biting" ability on frozen slopes. Improved binding in comparison to Denali Classic. I do light running at coast mountain terrain and so far (2 years) no problem."

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Unisex Denali Evo Ascent
Reviewed by MartyLane, Apr 19, 2006

"These are my first ever snowshoes -- I'm using them for backcountry snowboarding. They feel very light and compact on my feet, and I hardly even notice I'm wearing them. I get the feeling I can run and scramble in these shoes without them getting in the way."

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