MSR
MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.)
$350.87
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MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) vs Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) is cheaper at $199.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Which is better: the MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) or Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.)?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) is the cheaper at $199.95.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) | Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $350.87 | $199.95 |
| Brand | MSR | Louis Garneau |
| Released | — | — |
| Frame length (in) | 25 | 25 |
| Recommended load capacity (lb) | 120-220 (up to 280 with optional flotation tails) | 80-160 (22 in.); 100-200 (25 in.) |
| Binding type | Paragon binding (freeze-resistant mesh strap with toe stops) | BOA-wire adjustable padded strap binding |
| Traction crampon design | 360° Traction frame with durable steel DTX crampons | Circular-mouthed toe crampon plus horseshoe-shaped heel crampon |
| Heel lift (bar) | Yes | — |
| Deck frame material | 7075-T6 aluminum frame | — |
| Weight per pair (lb) | 4.31 | — |
| Terrain rating | mountain | rolling |
Sources — MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.): cascadedesigns.com (verified 2026-08-11). Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.): rei.com (verified 2026-08-11).
What's the difference between the MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) and Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Recommended load capacity (lb): MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) 120-220 (up to 280 with optional flotation tails) vs Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) 80-160 (22 in.); 100-200 (25 in.)
- Binding type: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) Paragon binding (freeze-resistant mesh strap with toe stops) vs Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) BOA-wire adjustable padded strap binding
- Traction crampon design: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) 360° Traction frame with durable steel DTX crampons vs Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) Circular-mouthed toe crampon plus horseshoe-shaped heel crampon
- Terrain rating: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes (25 in.) mountain vs Louis Garneau Blizzard II Snowshoes (25 in.) rolling