To some people, snowshoeing might conjure up a nostalgic image of a trapper on wooden shoes, loaded with a 100pound pack with rifle at the ready. Shoes back then really were cumbersome and heavy, sometimes up to 6 feet long. Of late, snowshoeing has been made more accessible with the advent of new technology; using aircraft aluminium, nylon decking, a ratched binding system and lightweight crampons at the heel and toe to make them practical and durable. Snowshoeing is a fun and relatively inexpensive way to explore back terrain that not only ensures a seemingly effortless cardio workout, but also gives you exclusive access to some impressive solitary mountain panoramas. Strap some on today!
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