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  • GEAR: Precision Gliding Through Ice, Slush, Hardpack or Pow

    As a recreational snowshoer, I've experienced some frustration with the variability of snow-covered surfaces. It isn't an uncommon situation  to put on my snowshoes, grab my trekking poles and get ready for a demanding excursion...

  • HOW TO: Grippy, Sticky Run Run!

    It's October, and if you live anywhere where the temps are starting to plummet, you're starting to see some of that glorious white stuff falling from the skies. You have only days left to enjoy...

  • QUESTIONS: What's in your stocking?

    Several of the youngsters on my Christmas gift list this year will be receiving SnowPaws from Redfeather Snowshoes. Built for kids ages 3-6, with bright decks of light blue with pink binding or dark blue...

  • GEAR: Is it true what they say about really big snowshoes?

    Dick's Sporting Goods, on its website at www.dickssportinggoods.com, offers a section on how to buy snowshoes that includes some great information on proper sizing.To find the right size snowshoe, determine what your approximate weight with...

  • HOW TO: Snowshoeing 101

    It's often said that 'if you know how to walk, you know how to snowshoe.' Well, almost. There are techniques to keep in mind that may forestall a header into the frozen froth. The pros at...

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