Easton's new Artica snowshoe line is already receiving praise. The Easton Artica Backcountry was recognized in Outdoor Magazine's 2009 Gear of the Year.
I tested out the Backcountry and Men's Hiker at the Winter OR demo. You immediately notice the quality when you put the snowshoe on your foot. The binding system cinches around your boot with one easy pull. The toe piece has two independent crampons that allow for maximum traction. It's very easy to maneuver in the snowshoes, and they hold well on steep icy side hills. (The Backcountry, with a larger rear crampon, performed better than the Hiker.)
Easton is committed to a long-standing environmental responsibility policy. 100% of Easton Mountain Sports production energy is offset with renewable wind-power energy, and the Artica snowshoes are made from 80% recyclable materials.
Easton Artica Backcountry
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- -Asymmetrical frame is lightweight, high-strength 7075 Easton® aerospace alloy
- -Split-axis forward crampons dynamically adjust with each step to add traction on steep inclines
- -Virtual Pivot-Point Traction Cam instantly adapts to slope angle and varying snow conditions; articulates with the motion of your foot for increased traction and reduced strain
- -Lightweight, pivoting aluminum toe claw extends stride and digs deep to improve traction with every step
- -Strong, lightweight carbon fiber pivot rod moves with uneven terrain
- -Aggressive crampon located under heel for maximum traction in extreme conditions
- -Lightweight, flexible E-1 decking material resists abrasion and includes a non-slip traction texture
- -Articulating two-piece frame twists to absorb the stress normally transferred to the ankle, knee, and hip
- -Quick-Cinch™ binding with "pull and go" tightening allows for easy entry and exit; adjustable heel strap customizes fit
- -Comfort contour binding pads provide a comfortable grip and controlled fit, that eliminate hot spots
- -Energy Return Heel: exclusive shock absorbing design keeps the heel aligned adding energy back into every step
- -Asymmetrical frame contour accommodates a natural stride for more comfortable hiking
- -Ergonomically-built to move, twist, and absorb shock on challenging terrain
- -80% of the material on this snowshoe can be recycled
Suggest Retail: $259.99 USD
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Easton Artica Women's Hiker
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The Easton Artica Women's snowshoes have a larger curve in the tail to account for a shorter stride.
- -Comfort Contour Binding Pads - Padded sides provide a comfortable grip and controlled fit, that eliminate “hot” spots.
- -Articulating Frame - Twists to absorb the stress normally transferred to the ankle, knee, and hip.
- -Stainless Steel Crampons - Pivoting toe claw extends stride and digs deep to improve traction with every step.
- -Energy Return Heel - Exclusive shock absorbing design keeps the heel aligned adding energy back into every step.
- -E3-Decking - Flexible, durable, abrasion and puncture resistant.
- -Aggressive Traction Crampon - Additional crampon located under heel for maximum traction in extreme conditions.
- -Virtual Pivot-Point Traction Cam - Instantly adapts to slope angle and varying snow conditions. Articulates with the motion of your foot for increased traction and reduced strain.
- -6063 Frame (trail) - Durable, high-quality Easton aluminum alloy.
- -Quick–Cinch Binding - ‘Pull & Go’ tightening allows for easy entry and exit. Adjustable heel strap customizes fit.
- -80% Recyclable
Suggest Retail: $159.99 USD
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