Snowshoes! Traditional, Modern or Hybrid?

[@KevinOutdoors]

Kenora Dinner Jacket? Yes indeed! I have several! Nice video on differences of snowshoe style.

[@Woodswalker1965]

I thought you might have one or two buddy!😉

[@kwennemar]

MSR Lightning Ascents with the old binding style. I live in Illinois and this year has been fantastic for snowshoeing.

[@Woodswalker1965]

We have just had a dumping of about a foot of snow. It's been great😉

[@BushCraftBums]

Awesome video! Full of great information. Thanks for sharing. Have a blessed one

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you my friend, I surely appreciate you watching ✌

[@seantanner1859]

Great video. Here in Quebec I enjoy snow showing very much. My favourite snow shoes are GV wide trail.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Very nice the GV shoes are very good! Thanks for watching my friend, take care!👍

[@59chevt]

Wade, nice lesson on snowshoes. thanks

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks brother, I just had to take advantage of the fresh snowfall!👍❄❄

[@philsmith2444]

Thank you for not acting like comparing huge traditionals with moderns is an apples-to-apples comparison. I have enough stuff to do that I don’t want to have to work on snowshoes, too, but I have modern snowshoes ranging from 8x25 Tubbs Couloirs to 12x42 GV Wide Trails (8 pairs in all, in addition to a couple pairs of women’s ‘shoes for loaners.) The snow has to be pretty dry and fluffy for the GVs not to keep me near the top!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for your input, and for watching! 👍

[@philsmith2444]

@@Woodswalker1965 I can’t wait to get back out on mine, hopefully we get an early snow and it sticks around longer LOL

[@doulos4Jesus]

Good info brother... thanks!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching my friend!✌

[@cjklapwyk9388]

I tried the old wooden style once when I volunteered on Mount Rainier on the ranger lead snowshoe tours. What a disaster, zero traction, they were like roller skates. Of course there is nothing flat up there and the trails are pretty well packed down and sometimes frozen. When the snow freezes over you definitely need a snowshoe with cleats. With fifteen feet of snow you still need some floatation off trail and the MSRs do a good job.

[@Woodswalker1965]

The right tool for the job for sure!👍

[@EconoChallenge]

I am in the market for new snow shoes and this video helped me a lot. Thank you

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks my friend! Glad it was helpful. Nice to meet you, have a great show and thanks for watching. Wade

[@kholtzen1]

Great overview of snow shoes Wade. A heal lift is also very helpful when climbing a steep incline. ATB and have a great weekend.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hello Kurt! Yes the heel lift is great in alpine areas for sure! Thanks for the input buddy!👍

[@tmbushcraft]

Great video, I use Tubbs Expedition 30" a great climbing snowshoe, for the mountains in New Hampshire.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Yes I love those snowshoes. My next ones will probably be Tubbs! Thanks for sharing my friend!

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

Very good info on the snowshoe life... Thanks for sharing!! Cheers

[@Woodswalker1965]

And thanks to you brother for taking the time to watch and comment!✌

[@pakcanhunter]

Thank you sir.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you for watching!👊

[@rdatta]

Good video. Helpful advice.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks I really appreciate your comment my friend!👍

[@KevinsAdventures]

Brilliant information Wade, thank you so much for the knowledge, you clearly know your stuff.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Kevin, I'm always in the learning phase buddy! Take care👍

[@Markam248]

I have the MSR Denali classics with 4" tail. just finished a winter trip with them. worked great. the extra traction on these also helps when pulling a sled.

[@Woodswalker1965]

They are awesome! To be honest they are my most used snowshoes Conditions seem to suit these the best usually!

[@hikingwithrosy]

Hi Wade, a few years ago me and my wife were looking to get out of UK and thought about Canada but then when we looked at the climate we got put off. Loving the way you Canadians love the cold and snow so much! Seems strange to a Brit but maybe if we’d have gone we would get to love it too. 😄

[@Woodswalker1965]

Well we have one or two expat Brits and they seem to be doing fine lol!🤣 Winter can easily last 6 months where I am, that's a long time to not be outdoors! Thanks for your comment my friend, made me smile😀. Wade

[@NH2112]

I’ve gotten close to 2 dozen people hooked on snowshoeing in the past 7 or 8 years. So many people hate winter, mainly because they think they have to stay inside. Not if you have snowshoes! It’s much, much less expensive than skiing, the learning curve is next to nothing, and you don’t have to drive to a mountain and pay for the privilege. I’ve owned a bunch of modern snowshoes, nearly every major brand, and my opinion is that you Canadians make the best ones - GV and Louis Garneau.

[@Woodswalker1965]

You are so right my friend. The best antidote for the winter blues is to get out and play in the snow! I actually just got a set of GV Snowshoes, the quality is top notch as you say. Thanks for your comment and insights, take care👊

[@martin.feuchtwanger]

The climate here in Vancouver is much like the UK but with mountains very close for skiing or snowshoeing.

[@Mike_the_Machine]

Great Video, I just acquired my first pair of traditional, can't wait to try them on the weekend.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Awesome have a great weekend!❄🌲😀

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Liked your explanation, Wade ! I have a pair of the type snowmobilers use 36" x 12" Back in 1979, Still going strong Also bought a pair of GV's last year, loving them ! Happy Shoeing Friend ! ATB T God Bless

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thank you! I'm glad you like to enjoy winter as well my friend! GV make a lot of nice styles, look great to me👍

[@bucknash]

I have a pair of the Denalis and a pair of more traditional ones. Out here on the west coast the only snow we're likely to see is in the mountains so it's almost always gonna be the denalis for me. But when I lived in Ontario I used the traditional shoes more. One thing I've found is that the sinew tends to stretch out in wet snow and if you use them often in the wet stuff they stay stretched out.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey bud! I think the trads may be better in dry powder. I would rather take the modern shoes in the wet stuff too👍. Hope your doing well my friend, take care! Wade

[@jimtbo]

Thank you sir! I own a pair of the MSR's and am looking to expand to a traditional set...good info and most appreciated!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Glad it was helpful! I appreciate your feedback and support!

[@rd4501]

Great advice 👍 thanks.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching my friend 👍

[@elwynsmith5092]

Great info thanks !

[@Woodswalker1965]

You're welcome,thanks for watching my friend!

[@cimbrerbushcraft-vikingheritag]

Great info Wade 👍🏻😉 although we seldom have any use for snowshoes here in Denmark 🇩🇰 🌨 it’s interesting to see what’s the difference between various types of snowshoes 👌🏻😎🌤🌲 Hope you’ll have a wonderful weekend my friend … and stay safe

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Tom. They are a necessity around here if you want to get outside more often in the winter. Skis work as well.👍 Talk to you soon buddy, have fun at the camp! 🌲🔥🍳🥃😎👊✌

[@EarthKeeperSelinaMu]

Sending greetings from Nova Scotia! Lots of wonderful snow this winter Great evaluation! I'm a newbie and bought a pair of Faber's used…not really knowing what they were. I love them so far especially deep woods amongst the trees.

[@Woodswalker1965]

So nice you’re out there enjoying the snow!👍

[@richardcranium6554]

I have traditionals and modern. The hybrid looks like I would use them most often here in Maine. I like them, and have the same bindings i put on my big 42" wooden boats. I also have a pair of very old shoes, an elongated oval, about 10" × 44". While stored up in the rafters, mice decided to dine on the gut strings. Grrrr. They now adorn the outside wall of my camp as decorations.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Dang mice!😡 I have a few older decorative pairs as well! Thanks for watching👍

[@markbailey2981]

Great video Wade :) We don't see many snow shoes over here. Plenty of crampons for winter hiking and climbing, so very interesting to watch :) Always good to catch up with you brother, all the best, Mark :) Have a great weekend mate.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey Mark how are you mate. Crampons are great ! What brand do you use? I haven't been able to get a pair to last more than a season or so. Take care and we will talk soon!

[@markbailey2981]

Hi Wade, I doing OK thanks :) Just enjoying the last of the nice weather before winter comes back tomorrow. I have been using Grivel crampons for about 20 years on and off. I don't tend to do much winter climbing anymore, but I still keep a pair knocking around with my winter climbing boots. I will leave you a link, to their site. They make quite a few types, but I like the G-12 that they make :) They work well for hiking and climbing. Cheers Wade, have a great weekend mate, all the best, Mark. www.grivel.com/products/ice/crampons/5-G12

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Mark!

[@OpenAirOutdoors]

Love snowshoeing, did it my entire life. What a work out! If can add to this for anyone interested in the sport is probably the Huron’s in traditional with leather bindings is the best all around excluding wet snow conditions. And don’t bother with those magnesium things. I have to agree with you about snow conditions, I never understood the weight ratting, it’s all about the snow. Nice line up great topic Wade.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey brother! Yes I think the Huron Style may be a good all arounder, great suggestion. Lots of potential flotation and they generally arent too wide. 😎 Thanks!

[@sammimdross5326]

Def don't need those where I live in Florida , but may have to take a vacation and try some out! hahaha...we are highs in 80s and lows in the 60s this week, so, at least I can learn about them and enjoy the snow in your videos! thank you!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching, I could use some of those temps right about now!🌞 Take care!

[@rwtwpg]

Thanks for sharing that, Wade. Those hybrid ones appear to slip quite a bit. Looks like a person could easily do a face-plant without the poles. I just got back from a few hours of snowshoeing here in Manitoba. We have about 2' of soft snow in the woods, so snowshoes are a must when bushwhacking. I use a pair of Yanes - 34" x 9" and so far they are holding up.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Sounds like a great day, glad you got out!❄👍I have a pair of Yanes as well. Really nice actually, I like the ratchet buckles on mine. That hill is much steeper than it looks on the video, the MSR snowshoes did the best IMO. Thanks for the support my friend!✌

[@jeffcarter3139]

Great video Wade, I enjoyed watching and have a good weekend! I wish it would snow here, anyway I dod learn something today, thanks buddy. Tennessee

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi Jeff, thanks for sharing your comment. Take care brother!👊

[@AdirondackAmerican]

How ya been Wade! Just picked myself up a new pair of shoes. I’m usually a xc skier but needed to update my snowshoes. Have had and used my traditional shoes for literally decades. So, I’m stoked to have just grabbed a pair of MSR lightning ascents. 25” with tails to bring them up to 30”. Can’t wait for some snow this season! Great presentation as alway bud!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks buddy ,let's hope for some decent snow this year!👍

[@SistahRev]

Thanks, Wade, this was a surprisingly interesting introduction to a topic about which I knew nothing- thanks for piquing my curiosity and giving such a fun overview! My snowshoes are the fuzzy, warm slippers I wear while I watch it snow outside my window! 😉 😂😂 Stay safe, and keep the vids coming!! 💐

[@Woodswalker1965]

Haha, those fuzzy snowshoes are pretty nice some days that's for sure!😀 Thanks for watching!

[@ScottOut-n-About]

I love all the shoes you featured here. I wouldn’t mind having a pair a little more traditional but now I have Atlas and they’re pretty good. Thanks for the vid Wade.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey Scott, thanks for watching buddy!

[@TimintheBackwoods]

👍👍 I have a set of Atlas Rendezvous 30's. Haven't tried traditional as of yet but really like my modern set ! Good info Wade !

[@Woodswalker1965]

Atlas make some great shoes brother! Talk to you soon and thanks for watching!

[@HighCarbonSteelLove]

Great video, my friend! I love snowshoeing! -Dave

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey Dave, thanks for watching! It's nice out in the woods in winter isnt it!✌❄

[@johnwalker91]

Thanks for the video and information I didn't know there was so many specs for them not using them here Inn the UK stay safe

[@Woodswalker1965]

No I wouldn't think snowshoeing is a popular UK pastime haha. Take care and thanks for watching!

[@anoldmaninthewoods2548]

Great info, Wade. When I was a kid I had a pair of the "Pickerel" snowshoes (the long and skinny ones). They worked fine, but you're right, for in the woods it's hard to beat a pair of "Bear Paws" or, nowadays, the "Modern" snowshoe.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey buddy, thanks for watching and for commenting! Take care✌

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Great video Wade. I have a pair of modern (Atlas 1030) I use most often (when we have enough snow) because of the tight, steep and rough terrain in my area. I also have a pair of Faber hybrids (Winter Guide) but rarely have the right conditions to use them. More often than not I end up wearing my Katoola MicroSpikes because of the ice. Thanks for sharing

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi Mark. Its great to have options for sure! The Microspikes work great most of the time for me as well. Winter ain't what it used to be brother! 👍

[@brainfreeze1925]

I was hoping to see you show of the hybrids (my wife and I are looking for another pair each. Our modern ones are good for trails but terrible for cutting trails in deep snow). Thanks for this video.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching. I would say the hybrids act similar to the classic ones but just require less maintenance.

[@neildbarker]

Great breakdown and I liked that you explained and showed how they perform. I've never owned a pair but would lean towards the modern ones because of the hilly trails nearby. The traditional ones look great though. Thanks for sharing.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Neil! Actually I probably use the modern ones the most, quite versatile! Thanks for watching!

[@bosse641]

Great gear.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks John!👍😎

[@johnathonayles1114]

Hey Wade, I have never actually been snow shoeing. I think I’ll have to change that soon. Cheers, Johnathon

[@Woodswalker1965]

That's ok brother, I've never competed in Endurance Canoe Races! 😀Pretty hardcore if you ask me. 👍 Take care bud!

[@rogerbeckner6419]

Wished I would have bought the Michigan pattern I saw at Marbles in Gladstone in 1977. Have found nothing like them except a pair from a Quebecois maker. Old school. High price, also. The old US Military Magnesium shoes are still around, though. Might pick-up a pair if it snows more around here. Haven't had good snow for cross-country skiing for 4 years.

[@Woodswalker1965]

It's strange how our collections grow. I just picked up a used pair of modified bearpaws last week. I'm looking forward to strapping them on. Those milsurp Magnesium shoes look pretty good actually👍 Thanks for watching my friend 👊

[@redcanoe14]

Hello Wade. I like traditional stuff and those Huron/Algonquin stule Babiche snowshoes are great on the flat in deep powder with a fair load on. I have a pair of Faber Hybrids too, but I struggle with them (the bindings). I have the MSR Denali Classics, unfortunately I cannot find the add on tails for them so they are really only good on well trod trails or icy sections (great). The MSR were/are used by military so they must be good. All the best, Chris

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi Chris, I was lucky to find the floatation tails for the Denalis in a bargain bin since they were discontinued, they work pretty well! Seems like we like the same gear my friend👍 Take care, Wade

[@alf3553]

Great video Wade. I’m glad I wasn’t drinking anything when you said Kenora dinner jacket. Spent many years in Northern Ontario and loved it. Had a pair of old classic that were great for flat ground, not the best for backing up. You missed one, the old bear paw style. Can’t own them all 👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

The good ol Kenora Dinner Jacket, so fancy! Haha. Thanks for watching my friend!👊

[@G55-j9z]

I was wondering about which type to get, I ordered a cheap pair of modern ones just to try out before I buy proper Snowshoes be it Modern or Traditional, Love them Hybrid ones, I would love to get my hands on a pair of those, Thanks for posting, Awesome Job.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Keep your eyes open on the used market, good deals can be found👍

[@G55-j9z]

@@Woodswalker1965 Thanks, thats a great Idea, I have just watched a video of someone walking in 18" of powder and the modern Snowshoes seemed to sink along way like about 12 to 15", So I think the Hybrid ones are the ones for me Thanks to your Video.

[@janie2shoes537]

Great video !!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching!

[@bernardweaver2416]

This is my first year running traditional snowshoes and I love them for hiking in deep powder. However because of the lack of grip I do find trekpoles to be required if the terrain isn't flat.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks for watching, yes I agree about the traditional style. Great for flat ground or lake travel👍

[@greywolfwalking6359]

Good vid , I have been wondering which ones that I would need here in Florida!😱! Lol! The denali's look like they would work... Hahaha! I have used the trads in the Sacramentos.. They worked well there.. THANKS for sharing! Good vid, very informative! ATB from sunny Wintergarden,Florida😎!

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Bill ! If you ever need snowshoes in Florida, I would say things are pretty messed up lol! Thanks for watching👍

[@SouthernPatriot1]

Great info, Wade, but in my area we barely get any snow...except for this year we’ve had a fair amount lol go figure😂😂...I guess the thing is it’s better to have and need than to need and not have!👏😂👍 The shoes with the crampon would be great lol I fall usually once every year haha. Tfs. Many blessings and take care my friend, Nikki.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi Nikki. Yes my friend be careful of the ice, it hurts!😩 I speak from experience! Take care and thanks for your support!

[@SouthernPatriot1]

Woodswalker 1965 it does! I tried the quilted northern toilet paper, you know like the commercial suggests...& it doesn’t pad anything at all!☹️😢😂🤣😂😇

[@Woodswalker1965]

😂😂😂😂

[@huejanus5505]

Thank you Wade. I just have a pair of traditional snow but have always wondered why the new ones are so small (square inch wise). Just too lazy to look it up. I prefer maximum floatation where i go in the northern Adirondacks and have been using them for decades. Might be time for a change, the wife keeps bugging me to get us the aluminum ones.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey brother thanks for watching. It's nice to have options for sure! If it isnt broke dont fix it but I find life goes much easier when I listen to my wife! Haha😀

[@gumboot65]

You may be very unimpressed with the mountaineering snowshoes. If you have deep snow ! They work the heck out of ya in deep snow. But are still far preferable to post holing

[@philsmith2444]

Atlas now has mountaineering snowshoes that are 35” long x 10” wide, about a 25% increase in surface area compared with MSR Lightning Ascent 30s w/tails.

[@mike_outdoors4918]

Very interesting, Wade, now I have to think what would be best for the 2cm dumping of snow we had a couple of weeks ago lol 😂 unfortunately it looks like the south of England has been abandoned by winter, after teasing us a few weeks ago, not even got to try out my new yak trax 😢 Thanks again Wade 👍😃

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey Mike. Those Yak Trax are great when its icey out! I've had a few pairs over the last few years. Could save you from a nasty spill! 😎👍

[@CanoeTheNorth]

Nice video Wade. Thats a great comparison. I was thinking about getting some tails for my MSR snowshoes. Do you think they are worth it? Do you use them much? Thanks very much .

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Keenan. Are they worth it? It kind of depends on how many pairs of shoes you have. I use the Denali shoes on tight trails and icy trails instead of crampons. For deep snow the traditionals come out. Having said that....they are lightweight and add some bouyancy so I usually keep them on. Grab a pair on sale if you can👍

[@garysmith643]

Awesome vid ! Was wondering your opinion on mono filament vs raw hide webbing ? My snowshoeing is in very fluffy dry snow . Huron shoes . Cheers

[@Woodswalker1965]

I’ve not had any issues with my rawhide webbing, it only requires minimal maintenance actually. Having said that both work fine. Thanks so much for watching.

[@mtnman4766]

Good vid Wade. Have you ever tried the Russian hunter skis? They’re the wide ones with the directional fur or fiber on the bottoms to aid in uphill trekking yet allow for skiing on flat and downhill. Been thinking of making a pair to try in the Oregon Cascades.

[@Woodswalker1965]

They look pretty awesome ! I've been watching Lars ( Survival Russia ) use his. Let me know how you make out. Thanks for watching.👍

[@mtnman4766]

Woodswalker 1965: yeah that’s where I saw them too. I could have used them when I lived,logged and hunted in northern BC back in ‘67and ‘68. You were just a pup then 😝. Keep up the great vids my friend. 👍

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks brother, you've lived the life!

[@mtnman4766]

Woodswalker 1965 LOL. still trying to live it 😜. Going snow camping in tarps next week with my son up on the Cascade crest near Diamond Lake, Oregon. Gonna have to bring some Irish anti-freeze I believe 😝. Checking out some of your winter camping vids as we speak.

[@Woodswalker1965]

That's awesome! 🥃👍😎

[@jamiewalker5216]

In your assortment of snowshoes do you have any bearpaws? I find they work the best for travelling in the bush. I made a small spike bar across the toe opening to help with any hill climbing. Enjoyed your video and also subscribed.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Jamie , actually I just got a pair of GV Bearpaws in this week. I'm hoping to get out on them soon. Take care and thanks for the sub👊

[@AdamDrew]

A few years late, but thanks for this video. In Alberta, traditional snowshoes are nowhere to be found, and I'd love to give them a go. Going to have to make an Ontario trip in the winter and rent or borrow a pair. Since you posted this video, Faber discontinued their wooden snowshoes, including the hybrids. If anybody sees this comment, I wonder if they know a source for those hybrid-style shoes?

[@Woodswalker1965]

Keep a eye open on the second hand market, you will eventually find what you want!👍

[@backlakesbushcraftoutdoors9736]

Love the video Brother good job , was wondering your red snow shoes you said you had to repair the bindings how bout if you either used leather straps or use maybe tube strapping ? What's your thoughts I think you would get a longer wear outta them ☕️😉👍🏼🔥🌲🌿🍃🍁🌱🍄☘️🏕🍂

[@Woodswalker1965]

Ya some good suggestions there thanks. I was thinking about nylon straps maybe. It's a work in progress😀. Thanks for watching👍

[@schnarutdelgnarff8135]

This winter i finally will get some! And then i ll go offtrail more. Not meeting people all the time😉 Have to see how much money i have to spend for it ...probably i dont need the highest quality for the conditions in my area. And i want to save money for a winter-hammok-sleeping- system too...man, i need to win some jackpot soon😃

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hey Chris, snowshoes are a lot of fun and a great workout. Check second hand stores for a bargain! Winter hammock systems can be expensive my friend haha!👍

[@schnarutdelgnarff8135]

I had a lucky hand... just bought a set on eBay, including three msr denali -shoepairs in used condition from the military (with minor damages, but therefore really cheap). I think i can easily fix those little damages

[@Woodswalker1965]

Nice, those mil spec MSR shoes will be perfect for you!

[@phyllismulkey3778]

cool

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Phyllis👍

[@johnwalker91]

Got the shirt tho 2 off them!stay safe

[@Woodswalker1965]

Nice you have to look snappy!😎

[@doctoordan]

Those things look like a workout. If I knew how to do all that KZbin stuff I’d post a video on different types of the Southeast Texas version of snowshoes. They are smaller than the North Country, We call them Flip-Flops.

[@Woodswalker1965]

To be honest flip flops sound pretty cool right now 😂

[@MaffTUK]

Wade I want snow shoes I love snow shoes, all I need is some snow to play in them and there is my underlying problem....... we dont get much snow here 😢, still, I found it very interesting all the same 👍 regards Matt

[@Woodswalker1965]

Thanks Matt hmmmmmm no snow that would be a problem! 🤣 Our winter realities are quite different arent they! Take care buddy! ✌

[@vincentlavallee8255]

I have been making snowshoes since the early 50 s mostly tradition snowshoes bearpaws and beavertails that float on the snow for hunting. I am age 81 but I still can make a few pair a year. vincent lavallee

[@Woodswalker1965]

That's awesome Vincent! Do you have a website or a Etsy shop?

[@vincentlavallee8255]

@@Woodswalker1965 my email is vincendlA

[@vincentlavallee8255]

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[@ct777777]

Hi Wade, again a great vid . I use MSR Alpine with extension for mid height snow but canadian military whites for off grid. Can you confirm how I can private text you as I do not want to bore your viewers with my questions ...

[@Woodswalker1965]

Hi Claude, you can email me [e-mail] Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!🤟

[@Rectitude4U]

Great video. You could do lessons on making videos for KZbinrs. Thanks.

[@gumboot65]

I've been snowshoeing since around 73. I only have 6 pair of snowshoes at the moment . I like my 11×56 Ojibwe shoes the best for where I live. But I would Really like to get a pair built that are 7' long by 11" wide . traditional shoes. With a high toe and around 30" of shoe in front of the toe of my boot. In Interior Alaska we get lots of dry powder snow. Too many shoes have too short a toe which lends itself to the tips of the shoes noseing down. Which leads to doing a face plant in the snow. Which is actually dangerous. But I do have and use mountaineering shoes, tailed bearpaws, USGI Magnesium shoes. Both with the issue length tails and with shortened tails. And another couple pair I don't remember.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Nice collection and you clearly have a lot of experience, thanks a lot for watching!

[@cabinman]

Do you know what we call snowshoes in Tennessee? Give up? Kindling... or...those weird looking mesh things in Uncle Bud's closet...or...wishful thinking.

[@Woodswalker1965]

Haha spaghetti strainer maybe!? Well come on up Stan I'll give you a demo!