1st time snowshoeing, so not a lot to compare to. These have been fun to wear, short learning curve in combination with YouTube training videos. Opted for the spin dial on the binding and I think it works great. Quick in and out. Though the binding tie seems thin, it's been working well and doesn't seem over stressed. I feel confident it will hang in there. I'll report back if not. I have some concerns about the back ankle strap. It plastic, seems strong, but I've had some trouble keeping it secure around the back of my boot. Knowing this I'm putting extra effort working with adjusting and clamping the closure and clips. I started securing higher up on the back of my ankle. The last couple times used, they've loosened some, but did not fall down. That clamp closure probably could be replaced with something a little larger. I think the strap is a bit too thick for the current strap used. Traction is great. I bought 21s being a beginner, but I'm on the border of 28s (online recommendatiion, start lower). Kind of wish I would have bought 28s. I don't think these are at all heavy or overly awkward. Being it was an easier than expected learning curve, if you are right at one size vs the other, go with the larger size. I can see myself probably needing to buy a pair of 28s if I do serious off trail exploring. Which I hope to.
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