MSR's Women’s Lightning Ascent snowshoes feature a lower-profile frame that’s ideal for those with a narrow gait or anyone seeking a lighter alternative in this aggressive snowshoe. Built for technical terrain, the snowshoes boast our Paragon™ Binding, which conforms to your boot without pressure points, offering maximum foot security and comfort. Combined with the Women’s 360° Traction™ Frames for unparalleled grip, tough decking, and Ergo™ Televator heel lifts, these ultralight snowshoes deliver confidence behind every step.
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- Unrivaled Traction: 360° Traction frames deliver edge-to-edge grip, while durable steel DTX crampons provide serious bite in challenging conditions—delivering unmatched traction in technical terrain.
- Paragon™ Binding: Comfortable mesh strap wraps securely around a wide range of footwear, including smaller boots, offering ultimate control. Toe stops ensure fast, easy foot placement.
- All-Condition Adaptability: Modular Flotation tails allow you the maneuverability of a smaller, primary snowshoe with the added, on-demand flotation of optional, 5-inch (13-cm) tails.
- Uphill Efficiency: Ergo™ Televators reduce fatigue and increase traction on the steeps with an ergonomic design that engages with a flick of a pole grip.
- Low-Profile: Narrow frames improve agility for those with a narrow gait, and are ideal for anyone seeking a lighter snowshoe.
Size |
22 in. |
25 in |
Color |
Gunmetal, Raspberry |
Gunmetal, Raspberry |
Weight per pair (Standard) |
3 lbs. 14 oz/ 1.76 kg |
4 lbs./ 1.83 kg. |
Width |
7.25 in / 18 cm |
7.25 in / 18 cm |
Length |
22 in/ 56 cm |
25 in. / 64 cm |
Gait |
Women’s/ narrow |
Women’s/ narrow |
Footwear size range |
6 W - 12 W |
6 W - 12 W |
Load |
Up to 180 lbs. / 80 kilos |
120 - 210 lbs./ 54-90 kilos |
Load w/ tails |
Up to 250 lbs./ 109 kilos |
Up to 270 lbs./ up to 123 kilos |
Frame material(s) |
7075-T6 Aluminum |
7075-T6 Aluminum |
Deck material(s) |
TPU coated Nylon |
TPU coated Nylon |