I purchased my first set of snowshoes, the MSR Denali Classics, this winter and and have enjoyed many miles of snowshowing. Luckily, Wisconsin had a far above average snowfall and over three feet of snow in many places. I also tried them out while I was in Montana in February in the Gallatin National Forest.

Overall, I am very satisfied with my purchase and the MSR Denali Classics perform at or above any other snowshoes I have tried. These snowshoes are tough, supportive and versatile. Perfect for the all purpose snowshoe with a great price.

I am most satisfied with the bindings on the MSR Denali Classics. I can easily attach the snowshoes with gloves or mittens. It is very easy to adjust the tightness and I have never had them come off. After watching others in cheaper snowshoes with poor bindings in Montana and experiencing the same problems with my father's old snowshoes, I think that bindings are the most important aspect for snowshoes and I couldn't be happier about the MSR Denali Classics.

After the bindings, the most important factor to me is the durability. The MSR Denali Classics are unlike many other snowshoes and have exceeded my expectations. The MSRs are formed out of a one piece molded plastic. Other than a few scratches, I have had no problems and expect them to last me many years.

Other bonuses: crampons and traction for icy hardpack sidehills, price, versatility with floatation tails.

Complaints: heavier than some snowshoes the same size, do not work well with small boots.

Specs: 3lbs 10 oz(manufacturer's weight), retail price $139.

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