Crescent Moon snow shoes

[Toe Cozy]

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone out there owns or has tried out Crescent Moon brand snowshoes. If you have, got an opinion on them compared to other brands?

Thanks.

 

[Chip]

I have the Crescent Moon Gold 9's.
They are great, very high quality. I love the bindings. These are rated to 190lbs, which isn't enough for me with full back, but are perfect for light packs or snow that's not too deep. I got mine new from a close-out sale for a little over $100, but that was dirt cheap. There are other snowshoes designed for more flotation, these are designed to go light and fast.

 

[Willie]

I like the frame. I like the floatation. I like the binding. The only thing I don't like about them is the traction system. The cleats are short and the metal is very thin and tends to bend (at least on the two pair I bought a couple of years ago). IMO they are well suited on flat terrain with deep snow, but not steep terrain with exposed rock.