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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 Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.) is cheaper at $49.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.)
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Which is better: the Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) or Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.)?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.) is the cheaper at $49.99.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) | Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $199.95 | $49.99 |
| Brand | Louis Garneau | Retrospec |
| Released | — | — |
| Frame length (in) | 25 | 25 |
| Recommended load capacity (lb) | 80-160 (22 in.); 100-200 (25 in.) | 80-120 (21 in.); 110-160 (25 in.); 160-210 (30 in.) |
| Binding type | BOA-wire adjustable padded strap binding | Double-ratchet binding |
| Traction crampon design | Circular-mouthed toe crampon plus horseshoe-shaped heel crampon | — |
| Heel lift (bar) | — | Yes |
| Deck frame material | — | Aluminum alloy frame, polyethylene deck |
| Weight per pair (lb) | — | 4.2 |
| Terrain rating | rolling | rolling |
Sources — Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.): rei.com (verified 2026-08-11). Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.): retrospec.com (verified 2026-08-11).
What's the difference between the Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) and Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 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 Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.) 80-120 (21 in.); 110-160 (25 in.); 160-210 (30 in.)
- Binding type: Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) BOA-wire adjustable padded strap binding vs Retrospec Drifter Snowshoes (25 in.) Double-ratchet binding