Lightning™ Tails

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Lightning™ Tails

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Modular tails add 5 in (13 cm) to most Lightning snowshoes for increased flotation.
  • Broad Compatibility: Works with Lightning snowshoe models and lengths manufactured in 2011 or later.
  • Packable: Light and low-profile for easy packing on any trip.
  • Easy: Simple attachment system with no moving parts lets you attach and remove tails without removing shoes; no tools required.
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Description

Our Lightning Modular Flotation Tails bring the advantage of our proprietary, adaptable flotation to our ultralight 360° Traction™ frames. Small and light enough to bring on any trip, you can take advantage of the agility of a smaller, primary snowshoe in packed conditions, while adding 5 inches (13 cm) of flotation on demand for deeper snow, or when carrying heavier packs.

Tech Specs

Country of Origin:
Made in USA of US and Imported Materials
SKU:
05648
Size:
5 IN
Color:
Black
Weight per pair (Standard):
9 oz
Weight per pair (Metric):
0.26 kg
Weight (Standard):
9 oz
Weight (Metric):
0.26 kg
Frame material(s):
Aluminum, Nylon/TPU

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Overall rating: 4.851852 / 5 from 27 reviews.

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Review topics: [fit, tails, addition, snowshoes].

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Great addition for when needed.

"Great addition for when needed. Easy to attach/remove, lightweight, and sturdy."

— Chris J. (5/5)

Fits great, thanks for the

"Fits great, thanks for the fast delivery."

— Robert S. (5/5)

Excellent function really adds flotation

"Excellent function really adds flotation"

— Eric M. (5/5)

Perfect addon

"Fits like a glove on the snowshoes, awesome"

— Keven L. (5/5)

Work great

"Work great"

— John M. (5/5)

Clever design

"Clever design"

— Helene B. (5/5)

The Tail.

"help with the floatation but boy ho boy was it hard to install. It was so hard that I’m afraid to remove them."

— Vincent (4/5)

Just the ticket

"My 8 year old lightning ascents fell apart on me this winter, but I liked them so much I bought the new style shoes along with tails. I could not be happier! Super light and quick. The new style bindings are a breeze to put on - take off and very secure. The tails also work great and are a snap to attach."

— Mark B. (5/5)

Great Product!

"Increase float and super sturdy. First use was a 6 mile hike on the Superior Hiking Trail, ungroomed, broke trail for 5 of the 6 miles. They worked perfect. With the exception of the increased float, I couldn't even tell they were added. Stap them on and you'll forget about them being there. It's like have 2 snowshoes in one! Love these!"

— Blaine R. (5/5)

Easy to put on and take off.

"Easy to put on and take off even while wearing the snow shoes. They stay on just fine. Haven't used them in different types of snow yet. When I did use them I did notice the extra weight of the snow on top of them, but didn't really need them in the snow conditions I was in. Glad I have them though I think they will be nice to have in certain conditions."

— Wayd W. (5/5)

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