Redfeather Vapor Race Model 21

This is Redfeather's smallest and lightest racing/running snowshoe.   The Vapor weighs a svelte 2.5 lbs and features an aluminum frame with a raised v-tail design, Redfeather's Cross Country binding, a live action hinge, and titanium crampons. The extruded 6000 series aluminum keeps it light while the raised v-tail allows for a smoother stride, especially for running.  Redfeather states that the Cross Country binding is the industries lightest binding.  The base is constructed of Hypalon II (a light flexible material) and the straps are a flexible but tough urethane that will cinch down to any running shoe or light hiking boot.  The combination of the two result in a light but very secure binding that minimizes movement between your shoe and the snowshoe.    These bindings are attached to the frame and decking by what Redfeather calls a Live-Action Hinge (you could call it a partially rotating toe cord that lifts the tail of the shoe from the snow with each step for  added mobility and speed.   Traction is gained with aggressive titanium crampons (strong, light, and just plain cool)  under the ball of the foot, as well as under the heel pad.

Sizing:  This is a one size fits all snowshoe (Redfeather lists a maximum recommended weight of 190 lbs) and is designed for racing performance on groomed trails.  It meets all of the U.S. Snowshoe Association size requirements for sanctioned races.

This snowshoe comes in two models:  Men's (red with black stripes) and Women's (yellow with black stripes).   The only difference between the two is color.  Same frame, same decking, same bindings.   Redfeather lists them as men's and women's models in the catalog, but there is no marking on the snowshoes to indicate this so we simply sell them by color.   If you like red get the red, if you like yellow then get the yellow.

• Frame: 6000 series aluminum alloy
• Decking: Hypalon II
• Binding: Partially rotating toe cord. Toe cords explained
• Crampons: Toe and heel crampons
• Snowshoe Width: 7.5"
• Warranty:  Lifetime