MSR Snowshoes: "Wilderness Choice" by Nutnfancy
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- Опубліковано 30 лис 2010
- These are my favorite snowshoes. If the menu for the day's adventure includes some deep snow, maybe icy conditions, and steep terrain, I think you will be pleased with your choice of a MSR Denali or Evo snowshoe. In six years of use I have found nothing to complain about with my Denali Ascent showshoes, having experienced many adventures in them (shown). Rated at 275 lbs I have found they can take a lot more weight too; usually they carry about 300 or so pounds in my multi-day expeditions in the snowy wild. Over snow and ice chunks, falls into snow holes, and brush-induced tangle ups, I have found the MSR plastic decking remarkably durable. No cracks or failures noted. The design for my preferred terrain and conditions is superior: this rigid but flexible plastic decking sheds snow well and allows the attachment of securely-attached STEEL traction teeth around its circumfrence. Where tubular aluminum shoes will go on a "sleigh ride" on icy slopes and have to rely soley upon their center toe cleats for traction, everything about the MSR Denali/Evo series is designed to give grip. Molded in traction bars prevent sliding and MSR Denali/Evo users will be mind-freaked at the traction they can obtain with the design. The 4-strap binding straps are resilent, easy to attach, give good stablilty, and are easily serviced when necessary. The boot opening is large to accommodate fat toes of snow boots. Deep powder characteristics are refined and the shoes require less effort than any other design I've tried. Weight and size are outstanding and the shoes travel flatly, thanks in part to the fold-flat bindings. Flotation is also excellent and can be aided by the easy addition of 8 inch or 4 inch (6 inch in Evo models) tails. These also are relatively lightweight and nest together for easier packing. Value is high for long term quality delivered although I am dismayed to see substantial price increases in the Evo line. Other MSR models are discussed and excellent points but these are my favorites as of 2010 and I have not felt a need to look any further; the Denali/Evo shoes are my #1 wilderness choice in serious snowy terrain. /////////////////////Nutnfancy Likability Scale: 10 out of 10 /////////////////// Music licensed to TNP by "Soda"
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I love the consept of Nutnfancy gear review videos. His presentations are based on his long time experience and they are so beneficial to me.
Thank you for your video. I've enjoyed seeing how snowshoes work in deep snow.
You always have the best introductions to your videos Nutnfancy, I always look forward to seeing your adventures!
oh thank goodness for having such a dynamic gear review selection Nutn! Allie is truely an amazing mountain companion.
Awesome vid!! Great video shots. Snowshoeing is awesome!
Thanks for the help! I bought some Keens a while ago and, I'm loving them. Take care.
Absolutely awesome vid man! Have been waiting for this review for a long time now, and you have provided another goldie! Thank you for continuing to strive towards more vids for your loyal TNPrs. Stay cool, an tell Allie I said hi. =]
Cheers brother!
Good review! Thanks for posting. The way the snow has been falling around here I may be needing a pair just to get to my car. Keep up the great work and kee sharing the knowledge!!!
Great review as always! Dude you rock man!
Thanks for all your hard work.
I'm glad you did this review, because I've been planning on doing so hunting in some pretty snowy areas this winter, and I think shoes will be a must...Thanks Man!!!
Looks like fun! Really informative, i knew nothing about snowshoes, and learned lots from this., thanks :)
Incredible video. Now that is an adventure beyond anything that I'm capable of. I'm pretty competent in "fair weather conditions." I marvel at Nutnfancy's daring winter expeditions.
Great vid and cannot wait to see the latest snow series. Being a fan of the heat in Texas, I am glad I finally have something I don't suddenly feel the need to purchase =) . Looks like a good product though and thanks for posting!
Great vids Nutn! Thanks!
Another great vid and may save somone's backside one day! Keep em coming NUTN!!!
Thanks for the info. I have been looking at these for a while now. Love MSR. The water purification pumps are great and the tents are good too.
great video nutn and veri keep up the great work
Great video!
Awesome video.
Great information on the MSR Denali Ascent just purchased a pair for $109.99 on sale, reg price 189.99 Canadian price.
your video sold me on the Denali
Merry Christmas Nutin & Clan.
Very cool snow shoes!
I picked up a pair of MSR denali for all 3 of my kids this summer $89 bucks each. Best deal I;'ve ever seen for snow shoes that will last them a lifetime. I love mine.
very interesting stuff , i didn't know nothing about snowshoes till know
Great video. Thanks nutn! Its cool because if I'm looking at buying a piece of gear, I know if it gets a good review from you, it's solid gear. You generally work gear harder and longer than most people, so like with these snowshoes, I'd be confident in them if I bought them!
merry Christmas Nutn and Veri :)
Long time hip-hop fan here. The beat in the intro is legit.
Daily user of snowshoes near Fairbanks Alaska: NOT SAYING MSR IS A BAD SHOE BUT Plastic binding will break repeatedly at -30 to -40 F. Again not an issue for most users but if you are going to be up here in the very cold chose another shoe, I use Atlas. Not to many hills around me so traction is generally a non issue.
Love these snow shoes. Bought them for a backpacking trip and ended up never needing to use them. Finally got to use them a couple weeks ago in 2ft of pretty much powder while doing so long range shooting. The four wheeler couldnt make it through so we had to haul out our steel 700 yards. Couldnt imagine how much it would have sucked without the shoes. Took them off when we shot and just sunk in past my knee. Light, good floatation. Overall, just excellent.
@WAFFLES081 720P: Nope same camera as always, for storage and upload requirements I usually avoid the full HD. But since you guys get stoked on it I am trying to do it more often. Thanks for the input.
Keep up the good work
Good video. My girlfriend bought me the MSR Evo- Ascent snowshoes. My buddy recommended them to me for my work as a forester, he said they are damn near impossible to break. I cant wait to try them out once we get some real snow.
Awsome snow shoes
I picked up a pair of Denali Classics with the 8inch tails. Sweet! They arrived just before the snow storm hit. The Metrodome wasn't nearly prepared as I was lol!
Nutn' sells another pair of MSR's. Thanks for the great insights.
@shillelaghslaw There are some tough shoes for sure...you will dig them. When you have great gear like this it's motivational to get out and use it! Thanks for watching!
Who dislikes a review of snowshoes? lol
Very informative man. I always love your reviews despite the fact I cant afford all of it.
I love camping in the snow! Its alot of fun for me cause its a rare thing where I live in Washington.
Damn I love that dog seems he totally enjoys it
Good review
Awesome!!!
snow adventure review :)
Looks like a great piece of kit. Wish I could join you in the fun. Got to keep the hobbies down to a hand full though!
love the beat!!!
I love how Ally waits for nutn to take a few more steps through the deep before waddling along behind.
@pt109lover
I couldn't care less who Nut'n was, is, or has done. The vids are real, well done, and I enjoy watching them. I'm glad we get to come along for the ride.
I enjoyed this review. I have a couple pair of "Tubbs" and will look closely at the MSR's for my next pair.
Used a pair of them on my 2nd snow shoeing trip into the mountains and they were great. We went off the trail and someone post-holed with their snow shoes on. I walked right over to them [had the 8" tail on] and helped them get up.
@RochesterSportRifles Outfitter Pro: roger that on the better bindings and crampons. However it's still a tubular aluminum design with noted drawbacks. In flat terrain they'll work great.
Great video, once again. I really like the shoes, and they defiantly beat the Cabelas models. I will have to look more closely at them, and possibly pickup a pair for my winter travels.
Great review I just picke those up and after watching these mI feel real good about my purchase I have tried a set of Atlas but did notice that those tube style felt very bulky the MSR's seem excatly what I'm looking for
Great Job Thanks
thumbs up from scandinavia!
Great vid Nutn! I'm sure I'll eventually be getting something like these in the future after a few seasons with the Atlas under my belt... then I can use the Atlas' as spares.
I really like the cleat style crampon on your MSR's... the Atlas 930 Trail shoes that I just got has two sets on them. The free floating cleat on the ball of the foot with side, front & back cleats... and a three prong cleat on the heel area. I'll make sure to let you know how they work out!
I have a pair of Tubbs Mountaineer (30") that are very rugged and very heavy. 5.3 lbs. They are tubular and very capable of grabbing the hillside (up and down).
The weight of the MSR piques my interest, especially since I only use them a few times a year.
@duragezic Wow, great answer to the 720p. You got all the reasons down!
Look forward to the "Sub Zero" series! Man, I need to go on a hike soon..
cool vid nutn.
i love you nutnfancy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!take a trip to pa some day dude wanna see you in person only 15 and watched so many vids from you . keep posting please !
-T-bone
Amazing product, got my eyes on these for a while, all that was mising was a great review! A bit pricy but for my use, they would probably be the last pair I have to buy. Nice tip for the extra strap. Totally what I expect from MSR. , Also guys watch the anotation up there, great detail resume! Say hi! to Alie and Croquet, thanks Nutn!
Hello,
I apologize if this has been asked before but, what boots do you recommend for snow shoeing? I was thinking about buying some Sorel Caribou boots. What's your thoughts?
It looks like the tails could be used as a snow shovel to like do some clearing?
I'm psyched about the EMS deal, we've got the Main store here and I get 30% off!
awesome review NUTN. might have to got get me some, just moved to idaho last year and cant wait to get out in the snow. To bad im back in IRAQ again right now im gona miss an awesome snow season, sounds like they are realy getting dumped on.
Great Video! My research had led me to these snowshoes a couple of years ago. Put them on my Wish List, then. Thanks for your Review = the deciding factor. Used to climb around north of Estes Park near ComanchePk, hope to return. What poles and gaiters do you use, primarily? Did Allie have on her Ruff n Boots this trip? (trying to decide on dog boots2) ~ Be Safe!
Hey can you do a review of boots for winter and even for run and gunning!?
@912patriotJW it depends on how hard the snow is. If the snow has iced over and is harder on top, they aren't as necessary. (although still useful to have around) If snow is fresher and softer you are going to sink a lot without them. In soft snow i'd consider them if the snow if deeper than 1.5-2 feet. I do a decent amount of snowshoeing and I own a pair of MSR as well as a pair of Tubbs and I think they are both great for different reasons.
Hey Nutn, this year I was thinking about adding little more distance and going farther north than my winter camping videos from last year. Also I'm in Michigan where there are less hills. I was trying to decide whether snowshoes, or maybe cross country skis would be more advantageous. Any make or break insight would be helpful in making the decision. Keep up the good work friend.
Great review Nutn I just ordered the MSR Axis they are the stamped aluminium frame and they have the adjusted gait I was concerned with weight and was what kept me from the denali and evo's But not seeing a issue from your review.
have you tried the Tubbs shoes? if so why do you like the MSR I am thinking about getting a pair
What do you think about
SALOMON Men's Snowtrip TS Waterproof Winter Boots.
Just bought a pair.
in a Nutn shell? freakin genius.
What backpack is Nutn using in the action shots snowshoing up the mountains?
It seems about perfect as my 5.11 Rush 72 pack is not quite big enough for me.
great video nutn! cant wait to watch the full subzero video. where can we get that music by Soda?
Do you plan on doing any over night snow camping this winter? The snow shoes is something my kit is still lacking always impressed with MSR products.
Love the 720p Winter hiking. Hopefully we can have 1080p 3D this time next year.
@Cr0cket20
Hey Crocket what jackets were you and Nutn wearing in Subzero?
I need some that are really good in heavily wooded -moderately hilly areas and I weigh 245 how do you think these would work? THANKS!!
SNOWSHOES??? Very cool Nutn'. Good looking out for your homies with the xtra pair.
I love snow and the sound it makes when it's compacting.
I'm a snowboarder and sometimes(depending on where you're at) you have to hike up the moutain...to get down it.
What part of Utah? was that?
thanks for all the great vids and reviews...keep it up.
It looks like that it's difficult to find MSR from Finland and selection is very limited. TSL brand seems to be everywhere. Any oppinion/experience on TSL?
I live in Canada, I use snowshoes every day to walk from my igloo to my dogsled, these look like good snowshoes.
Hey now we don't get snow all year long in Canada haha, just around 7 months of the year.
These are cool.....
i want snow! december 3rd and still no snow! this sucks, i want to get out. Great review nutn.
"There's a Double Rainbow off in the distance...Awesome!"
@Dragon7697 I will do a review on it sometime but it's no longer available. Bummer man.
Ah, the Rockies/San Juans! My home away from home.
@duragezic Thanks man, appreciate it. I try.
Cool video, nice looking shoes only thing you are missing is some doggy snow shoes. Nice coat for your dog as well. =)
how much do those small shoes actually keep you higher off the snow?
Nutn, what jacket were you using in this/Subzero memories??
Don't you have an MSR Pocket Rocket too? AKA the little mini propane cooker?
I just checked out the exact same snow shoes at my local sport shop they cost 224$ im in Canada do you know of any web site where i can get em cheaper
Man, if I were there I'd be snorting all that snow. lol
Great video. But I wonder, are you using skis?
DUDE THIS MUSIC IS SICK!
I can't speak for nutn but I live in MI and snowshoe a bit while hiking in the UP or in the top of the lower and I always go with merrell or keens. I guess it depends on what your looking to do with your boots but I find that if you have gusted tongues and they are water resistant with a non flex sole you will be good to go. Make sure to check if they have liners or not for good insulation and make sure you wear the socks you will be hiking with to the store when trying them on. I hope that help
@turntablized Same here. I haven't tried snow shoes, but Im under impression that they stay higher in loose snow than cross country skis would.
Have you got plans on duracoating this? Maybe in international orange? It would be sick! -Nax
@WaterworksNW
I have the same problem! Veri, please give us directions!
@Conan568 Merry Christmas to you and your's too, Conan. -- Veri
Hey nutn, have you ever tried wooden snowshoes? I use to take plastic ones and they just failed all the time and I got these wooden ones as a gift and never I would go back to plastic ones
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Hey! while watching this video I denounced my older problem of buying one knife over another, and quickly replaced it with another..every single review that you've done on a knife i own was pinpoin accurate and i cant make my mind up on this decision :( The cold steel AK-47 Vs. the SOG Aegis.. similar price but different designs.. if it were a self defense and overall F.A.F. (fun and functional) blade what would you choose? (Veri, if your reading this could you ask?)
Hey Nutn/Veri, Was the fottage at the beginning from the Uintahs?