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Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.)
$199.95
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Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) vs Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.) is cheaper at $104.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Which is better: the Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) or Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.)?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.) is the cheaper at $104.95.
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| Spec | Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) | Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $199.95 | $104.95 |
| Brand | Louis Garneau | Chinook |
| Released | — | — |
| Frame length (in) | 25 | 25 |
| Recommended load capacity (lb) | 80-160 (22 in.); 100-200 (25 in.) | 90-130 (22 in.); 130-210 (25 in.); 180-250 (30 in.) |
| Binding type | BOA-wire adjustable padded strap binding | Dual freeze-resistant ratchet bindings with quick-release heel straps |
| Traction crampon design | Circular-mouthed toe crampon plus horseshoe-shaped heel crampon | Freely-rotating heavy-duty aluminum toe crampons plus heel crampons |
| Heel lift (bar) | — | No |
| Deck frame material | — | Aluminum frame, UV-resistant polyethylene decking |
| Weight per pair (lb) | — | 4.3 |
| Terrain rating | rolling | rolling |
Sources — Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.): rei.com (verified 2026-08-11). Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.): hiltonstentcity.com (verified 2026-08-11).
What's the difference between the Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) and Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Recommended load capacity (lb): Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) 80-160 (22 in.); 100-200 (25 in.) vs Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.) 90-130 (22 in.); 130-210 (25 in.); 180-250 (30 in.)
- Binding type: Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) BOA-wire adjustable padded strap binding vs Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.) Dual freeze-resistant ratchet bindings with quick-release heel straps
- Traction crampon design: Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) Circular-mouthed toe crampon plus horseshoe-shaped heel crampon vs Chinook Trekker Snowshoes (25 in.) Freely-rotating heavy-duty aluminum toe crampons plus heel crampons