Category Archives: New Prep for Snowshoeing

Four Kinds of Snowshoes for Big People and Heavy Loads

Written by Matthew Timothy Bradley
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Faber Bear Paw, Heavy Duty lacing, 16x30 inches
Carrying some weight on your belly or your back and headed out into the powder? Then go big with your snowshoe choice.

The Dog Days of Winter: Tips for Snowshoeing with Pets

Written by Kevin Roberts
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Dogs and snowshoes go together like peanut butter and jam! Snowshoeing is a great workout for you and your pet. Exploring the winter landscape with a faithful dog at your side is a great way to strengthen your bond, but … Continue reading →

Gaiters: How to Choose

Written by Matthew Timothy Bradley
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Whether you're running snowshoe races or kicking steps above treeline, gaiters are must-have kit. Here are the design features that matter.

The Homemade Snowshoe Repair Kit

Written by Jim Joque
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Kids, teens, young adults, and parents all seem to enjoy the “what’s in my pack” game. I relay a fictitious story and ask the audience what should be in my pack. Then, I slowly pull out the essential accessories. … Continue reading →

Top 10 Tips for First-Time Snowshoers

Written by Jenny Starkey
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Every new sport can be intimidating if you’ve never tried it, but you have to start somewhere. That’s why we’ve compiled the top 10 tips for snowshoe first-timers.  With these handy morsels of advice, the trail to becoming an experienced … Continue reading →

Tips For Choosing Snowshoes & Hitting The Trail With Toddlers and Kids

Written by Amanda DiLenge
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A lot of people have asked me how we got our kids to love snowshoeing at such an early age. We rarely snowshoe without all three of them in tow. People find it hard to believe that our 10-year-old still … Continue reading →

What To Bring When Snowshoeing: Top Accessories For the Day Hiker

Written by Jim Joque
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A claim to fame for snowshoeing is that it is considered one of the least expensive outdoor sports, given that all you need are snowshoes. And true, for about $150 you are off and running, or hiking. But like any other recreation, there are always those little extra things you can buy and use that fall under the classification of "accessories." As I prepare to head out for a day of snowshoeing on a backcountry trail, there are accessories that I take with me. Some of those accessories are for convenience and some are essential to safety.