I’m throughly enjoying my new Northern Lites Elite snowshoes!
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30% Weight Savings
30% Weight Savings
30% Weight Savings
30% Weight Savings
30% Weight Savings
30% Weight Savings
30% Weight Savings
30% Weight Savings
Men's Elite 25" Ultralight Snowshoes
Our most popular men's snowshoe starting at just 3 lbs a pair. Built for demanding hiking yet light enough to race in, and tough enough for 1,000-mile Iditarod champions. Made in Englewood, Colorado with a limited lifetime warranty.
Regular price
$239.95
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Warranty
Warranty
Snowshoes and accessories are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for the Lifetime* of the product.
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Description
Description
Most pairs of men's 25" snowshoes weigh 1-2 pounds more than the Men's Elite. Starting at 3 pounds a pair, it's the snowshoe you forget you're wearing: you go farther and your legs still have something left at the end of the day. It's slightly wider and stouter than our Women's Elite, built for men up to 180 lb with gear, and tough enough that 1,000-mile Iditarod champions have used it.
Highlights
- About 3 lb a pair (Glide traction), 3.4 lb with Summit traction
- Spin Dial binding: turn to tighten, pull the tab to release, even with gloves or mittens on
- Fits men's boots 6–13, for men up to 180 lb with gear
- 7075-T6 aluminum frame and COOLTHANE® decking: light, strong and smooth, so snow doesn't stick
- Hand-built in Englewood, Colorado, with a limited lifetime warranty
Find your fit
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| Glide traction (3.0 lb) | hike groomed trails or flat to rolling terrain. Great for the Midwest and most trails in the West and Northeast. |
| Summit traction (3.4 lb) | climb steep or icy trails. Adds a stainless steel rear crampon, a heel lift that saves your calves on climbs, and 4 stainless steel claws for crossing slopes. |
Size by your weight with winter clothes, pack and water. The Men's Elite carries up to 180 lb. Heavier, or hiking mostly in deep powder? Choose the 30" Backcountry (180–225 lb) or the 33" Tundra (225–275+ lb). See all men's snowshoes.
Is the Men's Elite right for you?
- Yes if you want a light, quick snowshoe for day hikes, trails and the occasional race, and you weigh up to 180 lb with gear.
- Want to spend less? The Quicksilver 25 is our value pick. The Elite is a step up: a lighter 7075-T6 frame, a lighter (equally strong) grade of COOLTHANE® decking, powder-coated colors and 38 more compact deck clips that save more weight.
- Mostly running? Look at the 20" Race, under 1 lb per snowshoe.
Specifications
Specifications
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Dimensions (Standard)25 in x 8.25 in
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Dimensions (Metric)63.5 cm x 21 cm
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Glide Traction Weight (pair)
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Summit Traction Weight (pair)
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GenderMen
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Footwear Sizing
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User Weight LbsUp to 180 lbs
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Frame Material7075-T6 Aluminum Alloy
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Deck Material
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Country of Origin
CHOOSE YOUR TRACTION SYSTEM
Choose the featherweight Glide system for flat to rolling terrain or the Summit system for added traction and an integrated heel lift for steep ascents.
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Choose the featherweight Glide system for flat to rolling terrain and maximum weight savings.
- Rear 10-point and Front 9-Point Duraluminum Crampons with ice guards
- Great for the Midwest or flat to rolling terrain in the West and Northeast.
- Ultralight heel pad (for weight savings)
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Choose the Summit traction system for more bite and an integrated heel lift for steep ascents.
- Rear Stainless Steel and Front 9-Point Duraluminum Crampon with ice guards
- Great for more aggressive terrain in the West and Northeast
- Integrated Heel Lift relieves calf strain during ascents and descents
HOW LIGHT ARE LITES?
It's hard to understand how lightweight Northern Lites are until you hold them yourself. So, we've compiled a list.
TECHNOLOGY
We've combined ultralight and durable over the last 30+ years. Explore some of our technology that makes this possible.
SPIN DIAL
Similar to a BOA System, turn the Spin Dial by Northwave to cinch in the abrasion-resistant cable.
COOLTHANE DECKING
Used for inflatable Navy boats, the polyurethane coated nylon webbing is ultralight and durable with a smooth texture minimizing snow drag.
7075-T6 ALUMINUM
The lightest and strongest aluminum you’ll find on snowshoes. Other snowshoes use 6000 series aluminum which is ~2X heavier and fragile.
360° TRACTION CLIPS
Underside traction wings on the deck clips add 360 degree traction around the perimeter of the snowshoe.
EZ HEEL LIFT
(Summit Traction Only) Reduces calf fatigue and Achilles tendon strain and can be pulled up and down with ease as-needed.
SS TRAVERSING CLAWS
(Summit Traction Only) Four stainless-steel traversing claws aid in side-hilling on uneven terrain.
30% AVERAGE WEIGHT SAVINGS
Average weight savings of 30% for incredible ultralight snowshoeing.
Spin Dial Binding
Lightweight, Comfortable & Speedy
Superb foot security with a toe-stop give you confidence in any terrain.
Tighten or loosen the oversized snow-dial with gloves or mittens on.
EVA-foam lining spreads pressure eliminating pain points. Abrasion-resistant cord stays put.
ULTRALIGHT HIKING COLLECTION USER WEIGHTS
ULTRALIGHT HIKING COLLECTION
Explore the full lineup of ultralight hiking snowshoes.
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| Gender | Unisex
| Women
| Men
| Unisex
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| Dimensions | 25",
30",
33"
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| 30"
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| Load Range | 180 - 275+ lbs
| Up to 180 lbs
| Up to 180 lbs
| 180 - 225 lbs
| 225 - 275+ lbs
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CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 13 reviews.
Used once for a big traverse (50 miles of snowshoeing). Aluminum rivets broke 30 miles in, forcing me to bail on the effort.
Men's Elite 25" Ultralight Snowshoes
Store owner replied: Thomas - I have refunded your order. We're so sorry to see this. They are stainless steel mandrel with aluminum flange rivets. However, we have upgraded to all black steel rivets to avoid this happening again and have modified the tension strap on the Men's Elite.
Excellent Snow shoes I can see that they are made of very good quality materials, can’t wait until we get snow this winter, I really want to try them out.
I love these snowshoes,, I had another brand of snowshoes when I upgraded to northern lites and couldn’t believe the difference, much better
Easy to put on and take off. Important in cold weather. The binders hold throughout the workout. Love the light weight. First rate.
My wife has the Elite 25 snowshoes with the new spin bindings. So easy to get in and out of. solid secure binding system, way better than what we have used in the past. can even use with gloves on. Thanks Northern Lites for such a great product and customer service.
feel snug and secure, light weight
I am very happy with my snowshoes and gaiters. Northern Lites snowshoes where highly recommended to me and I am enjoying my time outside. Thank you Wes for your customer service and for helping me with my final selection of snowshoes.
Love the bindings,snow tends to build up under heels,have to bust it up with ski pole, could be the snow.
I have 2 older pair of Northern Lites. Love them bought this one for the new bindings. So far so good. Would highly recommend.
Super Light n Well Made!
worked perfectly first time out. Love the bindings.
Getting older has made weight savings even more important, especially when gaining elevation all day. Love how light and quality these are!
