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Okay, but how do I size my family\u2019s snowshoes, you might ask? Snowshoe size is all about getting the right amount of surface space, or floatation. Two key factors are at play: the weight of the person, and the type of snow (light and dry or heavy) you\u2019ll be traveling on.<\/p>\n

Start the sizing process the obvious way, by gender and age. Men\u2019s snowshoes will have a larger surface area, to accommodate larger boot sizes and heavier loads. Women\u2019s snowshoes tend to have a narrower frame, with smaller bindings to fit smaller boots. Children\u2019s snowshoes, of course,\u00a0 are \u2018shrunk\u2019 even further to be sized accordingly.<\/p>\n

After gender and age, you\u2019ll want to select your snowshoes by terrain and snow conditions. See above to identify the type of terrain your family will most likely to navigate, then consider the snow pack you\u2019re most likely to encounter in your area.<\/p>\n

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Quick Tip<\/b>: Bring a pair of gloves so everyone can practice getting into and out of their snowshoes with mittened hands!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Will you be on packed trails? If so, opt for a more compact snowshoe, with a more aggressive tread to bite into ice and packed snow. Will you mostly hike through powder? Choose rotating (floating) bindings, that can turn more easily and give you more flexibility. Young kids may do best with \u2018fixed\u2019 bindings, where the heels stays put, making the shoe easier to walk in (but you\u2019ll get snow kicked up behind).<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n