The shopping team 9:30 a.m., February 26, 2023
If you're tired of waiting at the foot of the slopes in the queue to take a ski lift and in the crowd of ski enthusiasts, it may be time to equip yourself with hiking snowshoes, which will give you the freedom to go where you want... without paying a package!
Discover our selection of the best hiking snowshoes available on the market, and our advice for choosing the model best suited to your profile, beginner or expert.
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The use of ski snowshoes has many health benefits: they obviously help to work on endurance and the effort required helps to strengthen balance, motor coordination, the heart, not to mention your breathing which is deeper and all your muscles which gain in power.
Compared to skiing, for example, hiking snowshoes have the enormous advantage of mobilizing both the arms and the legs, the abs, and even the neck!
Above all, this sport is quite easy to access, including for children and the elderly.
In reality, all you need is the right equipment to embark on unforgettable mountain and snow hikes.
Summary :
The Alpidex hiking snowshoes in wood look, the most timeless design
Nacatin's hiking snowshoes, delivered with its carrying bag
Odoland's hiking snowshoes, waterproof gaiters as a bonus
Tubbs hiking snowshoes, the sportiest design
Alpidex hiking snowshoes for children, for family outings
Our selection of the best hiking snowshoes for this winter
The Alpidex hiking snowshoes in wood look, the most timeless design
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To start our selection, these hiking snowshoes from the Alpidex brand combine a traditional design with a completely modern solidity.
These hiking snowshoes indeed give the impression of being made of wood, which recalls the first snowshoes created for mountain hiking.
And this "vintage" appearance gives them a rustic look that stands out from other models and works well with all ski outfits, even the most modern ones.
Beyond these aesthetic considerations, these hiking snowshoes are also and above all very solid and durable.
Their snow grip lets you walk on even the roughest or slickest terrain, and the pointed ends keep you from slipping.
These hiking snowshoes are delivered with two poles and their carrying bag to have complete equipment immediately at hand.
All that's missing are the gloves and the hat and you're good to go!
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Nacatin hiking snowshoes, delivered with their carrying bag
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This pair of hiking snowshoes from Nacatin, a specialist in outdoor activities and sold worldwide, has a wider design than previous snowshoes, which allows for better weight distribution on the snow.
It is therefore perfect for people who are tall or overweight, and who will therefore have no risk of sinking into the snow.
This enhanced stability allows you to conquer any terrain.
Be careful, however, not to get your snowshoes stuck in branches or other obstacles, of course... One step after another is the rule for a safe outing!
On this model, the metal studs grip the snow to increase grip and minimize the risk of falling.
The straps are adjustable to work with all types of shoes, and adapt to everyone's comfort.
These Nacatin hiking snowshoes are robust, they will last for years before showing signs of wear.
They are sold without sticks but with a very practical carrying bag to be able to take them everywhere.
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Odoland's hiking snowshoes, waterproof gaiters as a bonus
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These hiking snowshoes from Odoland come with a multitude of very useful accessories for the longest and most intense hikes.
Carrying bag and hiking poles are there to start, in addition to stabilizers for the poles.
These hiking snowshoes are also equipped with a pivot system that allows the foot to be lifted without moving the entire shoe.
Very light, they are perfect for long hikes since they do not tire the user.
Another advantage to note: they are sold with gaiters, which is very practical for those who quickly get cold feet, or who spend a lot of time outside, and especially when the snow is fresh and deep.
This prevents your legs from cooling down during breaks and prevents injuries.
These gaiters also keep your shoes waterproof, which is essential for long outings in the cold.
They are easy to put on and take off, making them a very useful accessory for all your activities in the snow.
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Tubbs hiking snowshoes, the sportiest design
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The hiking snowshoes of the Tubbs brand, founded in the United States, more precisely in Maine, since 1906, have the most sporty design, perfect for slightly more committed hiking outings.
They are extremely light, which makes them perfect for long rides where you want to save effort.
The grip claws on the ground allow you to keep your balance in all circumstances and minimize the risk of falling.
Their thin design certainly distributes the weight less, but it has the advantage of allowing you to move very quickly on the snow without risking getting stuck in obstacles.
For beginners as well as for seasoned athletes, these hiking snowshoes from Tubbs are suitable for all snowshoe outings.
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Alpidex hiking snowshoes for children, for family outings
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To finish this selection, how can we talk about snowshoe outings without mentioning family outings!
These hiking snowshoes for children will allow you to enjoy group outings and keep memories for a long time.
It is possible to buy these snowshoes with or without poles depending on the physical abilities of your children, and the snowshoes are available in three colors: green, pink or blue.
Enough to equip a whole sibling, without the risk of mixing models!
The sizes range from 26 to 38 and the snowshoes are very light to facilitate physical effort.
These snowshoes support the weight of your children up to around 55 kilos, so they can be used until around college.
Above all, the sizes are adjustable on the rackets themselves,
no need to buy new ones right away, your children grow up with them!
It is a very interesting investment for those who go regularly to winter sports.
The practice of hiking snowshoes allows children to develop both their balance and their coordination, which strengthens them both mentally and physically.
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Is it difficult to snowshoe?
Contrary to the reputation of the sport, it is not difficult to snowshoe!
It's a sport easily accessible at any age, even if it requires certain physical abilities for the longest walks or in very deep snow.
The weight is also not a constraint for snowshoeing since the snowshoe prevents the body from sinking into the snow, the weight is thus distributed over a large surface, perfect for maintaining balance.
However, for the less seasoned people, you have to be careful not to choose a terrain that is too difficult to discover the sport or if you doubt your physical abilities.
It is better to increase the difficulty little by little.
How to dress for a snowshoe hike?
To go snowshoeing, you must wear a first layer that wicks away moisture, with a breathable fabric that does not retain perspiration.
Indeed, as with all winter sports, it is essential to stay dry during snowshoe hikes, otherwise you will very quickly be cold.
In second layer, it is necessary to wear insulating clothes to preserve the heat of the body without loss.
Finally, a waterproof layer makes it possible to face both water and wind to stay warm.
The gloves, hat and goggles keep your extremities warm.
And finally, you have to invest in adequate shoes, waterproof and insulated to keep the heat.
In addition, these shoes must have crampons that adhere well,
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