Who it's for

  • Young explorers navigating varied or slippery winter trails
  • Independent children wanting to manage their own gear
  • Active kids who need comfort during longer winter hikes

Who should skip it

  • Parents seeking a long-term investment for rapidly growing children
  • Families planning frequent treks through very deep, soft snow
  • Young hikers tackling consistently steep or mountainous terrain

Performance breakdown

Ease of entry

QuickLock binding system allows kids to gear up without adult help.

Excellent

Stride mechanics

FLEX Tail design promotes a natural, fluid heel-to-toe walking motion.

Excellent

Flotation reliability

Composite deck provides consistent buoyancy across varied snow conditions.

Excellent

Joint comfort

Rotating toe cord minimizes strain during long treks in deep snow.

Excellent

Durability

Rugged composite materials withstand the inevitable abuse of youth exploration.

Excellent

Weight management

Lightweight construction prevents early fatigue for smaller, developing hikers.

Excellent

Key Specs

Category

Youth

Binding

Quicklock

Sex

Kids

Size

17 inches

Max User Weight

23 kg

User Weight Capacity

50.7 lbs

Length

43.18 cm

Frame Material

Composite

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