I like the traction and lightish weight of my MSR's. Model is the "Revo Explore" and they measure about 7" wide & 25" long. I did get the extensions that can easily be added on for more flotation, I'm about 6' & 225, and usually hike with a pack. They do great on firmer snow. A little more flotation would be nice in the soft stuff, but they still work.
I particularly like how quick and easy the bindings are to use. Pretty quick getting the snowshoes on my boots, and they stay on securely.
Last winter I was "guiding" people on easy hikes at the local ski resort as well as doing my own recreational snowshoeing and hunting a bit on them. About the same as my norma winter usage, but with the guiding added in two or three days a week.
The shoes were 3 or 4 years old - and Both Bindings Broke! MSR gave me a good price on the replacement bindings, but they weren't free. The new bindings appear to be stronger, better built/engineered than the old ones.
So - good & bad - mostly good. I'd buy 'em again.
Guy
