Kahtoola FLIGHTdeck Step-in Snowshoe

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Like conventional snowshoes, Kahtoola®'s new FLIGHTdeck™ provides the flotation you need when hiking in untracked snow. But this FLIGHTsystem™ component has no straps or buckles to struggle with in the cold. Designed to be used with revolutionary FLIGHTboot™, you simply step and click in. When you no longer need flotation, pull the handy ripcord to release these puppies and stow them away. The lightweight FLIGHTdeck is easy to carry until the next time you encounter fresh or deep snow. Now you can adapt to changing snow conditions with finesse.

The FLIGHTdeck works only with the FLIGHTboot to provide flotation for hiking on fresh snow.

• Weighs only 40 oz (1134 g) per pair Gypsy and 43 oz (1219 g) Gemini
• Stainless steel traction cleats
• Adjustable heel block
• Constructed with Hypalon® decking and Pebax® plastic
• Available in two unisex sizes—Gypsy (8" x 23") and Gemini (8.5" x 24")

Why is the FLIGHTsystem better than a conventional snowshoe?
Until now, snowshoers have relied on a single technology to handle different types of snow and ice. But this approach is often highly inefficient. The FLIGHTboot, a lightweight cleated overshoe, not only lets you handle snow-packed and icy terrain with aggressive traction, but it also provides warmth. The FLIGHTdeck, on the other hand, does the job of a conventional snowshoe by providing flotation... but only when you need it. You simply step in and go. In fact, on some days, the FLIGHTboots are all you'll need! Consider how much more efficient and fun this is compared to conventional snowshoes.

What size FLIGHTdeck should I get?
Our two unisex FLIGHTdeck sizes are 8" x 23" (Gypsy) and 8.5" x 24" (Gemini). We don't offer a very large snowshoe. Conventional snowshoe sizing is based on the weight of the user; however, this is somewhat misguided. Why? Because, in fresh snow, any shoe will sink - no matter how big. A very large shoe will collect more snow on top every time you step down... and therefore require more effort to lift. Cycling with smaller steps on a smaller shoe is often more efficient (we can't avoid breaking trail, after all!). In breakable crust, a large shoe still focuses much of the pressure under the foot, causing the crust to break, so you have much more shoe to manage as you try to move efficiently.

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