Crescent Moon Gold 9 Snowshoes

Product Description

Top pick and "best binding" rating in Backpacker Magazine's Fall/Winter 2009 Gear Guide!

Since 1997, Crescent Moon begin_of_the_skype_highlighting     end_of_the_skype_highlighting has focused on building the best binding on the market so you can focus on making your snowshoe experience the best it can be. The changes they’ve made to the SPL (single-pull-loop) binding include; enlarging the harness to capture more of your foot, adding a horizontal stabilizer beneath the footplate for greater control, and significantly changing the size of the stomp pad to increase both traction and comfort. All the Gold series shoes have thicker, abrasion resistant decking material which makes them more durable. And the features which have made Crescent Moon one of the most recognizable brands in the category, such as the unique tear drop shaped TIG welded frame and 3 claw traction system, remain the same. Crescent Moon’s unqiue 3 claw traction system which, in the Gold series are stainless steel (except for the Gold 12 running shoe) and finally,each TIG welded frame is brilliantly colored which makes Crescent Moon distinctly different from the rest of the market, both in the store and on the snow.

The Gold 9 is one of the best selling snowshoes on the market today. Its unique shape and size make it ideal for any terrain and any snowshoer up to 195lbs. The responsive feel of the shoe and the interaction of the SPL binding, particularly with the new stabilizer make it one of the most athletic and maneuverable shoes you can buy. Chosen as the “gold standard” by many Nordic centers, touring guides and other professionals for its ease of use and perfect all-around size, the Gold 9 is an outstanding choice for a great snowshoe excursion.

• Recommended use: Hiking and recreation
• 3.9lbs Recommended for snowshoers up to 195lbs in all conditions
• 9 x 27, teardrop shaped frame for greater manuverablility than traditional shapes
• SPL binding system which provides a perfect performance fit 3 stainless steel crampon system featuring the intuitive "toe" claw design
• Teardrop shape frame for a natural stride and optimal flotation
• TIG welded powder coated aluminum frame for greater strength and durability
• The SPL binding distributes the tension equally around your foot to provide the best possible fit.
• TGS decking material is stable and durable in all snow conditions.
• Contains no PVC
• Fits a wide range of shoe sizes - women's size 5 to men's size 13
• Available in two colors: Electric Blue or Bright Yellow
• Lifetime warranty (available on all Gold series)
• MADE IN USA (Boulder, CO)