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Race Wave Featherweight Running Unisex Snowshoes

Our lightest running snowshoe, the Race Wave gives you the best chance to dominate on the trail!

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Description

Named one of Outside Magazine's Best Snowshoes of 2022, the Race Wave is by far the lightest traditional racing snowshoe on the market worn by world class athletes and champions such as Joseph Gray, Anthony Kunkel and others.

For the last two decades, Northern Lites has been at the forefront of Racing Snowshoes with the lightest, most durable, full-featured snowshoes on the market.

The Race Wave evolved from taking our Race snowshoe and cutting weight wherever possible, mainly by keeping the deck as slim-profile as possible while maintaining durability.

Specifications

  • Dimensions (Standard)
    20.2 in x 7.6 in
  • Dimensions (Metric)
    51.3 cm X 19.3 cm
  • Glide Traction Weight (pair)
    -
  • Summit Traction Weight (pair)
    -
  • Gender
    Unisex
  • Footwear Sizing
    Speed Lace: W5 - W13; M5 - M11.5; Tru Trak: W5.5 - W13.5; M5 - M12
  • User Weight Lbs
    Up to 200 lbs
  • Frame Material
    7075-T6 Aluminum Alloy
  • Deck Material
    Polyurethane Coated Nylon
  • Country of Origin
    United States

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

SPIN DIAL

Similar to a BOA System, turn the Spin Dial by Northwave to cinch in the abrasion-resistant cable.

COOLTHANE DECKING

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

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.

360Β° TRACTION CLIPS

360Β° TRACTION CLIPS

Underside traction wings on the deck clips add 360 degree traction around the perimeter of the snowshoe.

EZ HEEL LIFT

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

SS TRAVERSING CLAWS

(Summit Traction Only) Four stainless-steel traversing claws aid in side-hilling on uneven terrain.

30% AVERAGE WEIGHT SAVINGS

30% AVERAGE WEIGHT SAVINGS

Average weight savings of 30% for incredible ultralight snowshoeing.

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.Β 

  • 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)
  • 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

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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Elite Race Superlite Unisex Snowshoe
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Gender
Gender
Unisex
Unisex
Unisex
Dimensions
Dimensions
20"
20"
25"
Shoe Sizes
Shoe Sizes
Speed Lace: W5 - W13; M5 - M11.5; Tru Trak: W5.5 - W13.5; M5 - M12
Speed Lace: W5 - W13; M5 - M11.5; Tru Trak: W5.5 - W13.5; M5 - M12
Tru Trak: W5.5 - W13.5; M5 - M13.5; Spin Dial: W7 - W13.5; M5 - M13.5
Load Range
Load Range
Up to 200 lbs
Up to 200 lbs
Up to 225 lbs
Glide Traction Weight
Glide Traction Weight
-
-
-
Glide Traction Terrain
Glide Traction Terrain
-
-
-
Summit Traction Weight
Summit Traction Weight
-
-
-
Summit Traction Terrain
Summit Traction Terrain
-
-
-

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