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Crescent Moon Permagrip Crampons

Crescent Moon, Permagrip Traction System (crampons)

Sometimes, there just isn't enough snow to justify a full snowshoe. That's when you need the Permagrip Traction system. It slips on right over your existing boots using the Crescent Moon SPL binding system to secure an aggressive toe and mid-foot crampon combination under the soles of your shoes.
Perfect for icy, muddy, or slippery conditions such as spring or early winter trails.
You can run or jog or walk with the Permagrips and you'll feel like a snow spider as you claw you're way up steep icy trails where no one else can go (except others with Permagrips).

Permagrip Sizes:

Available in one size that fits up to Men's size 11.

Ideal Uses:

Gives incredible traction on icy or hard packed snow when climbing or exploring on trails or in the backcountry.

Permagrip Tips:

When the snow isn't plentiful enough to justify snowshoes, or the snow is hard packed and icy, Permagrips are the perfect solution.

Permagrip Warranty:

Crescent Moon Permagrips come with a manufacturers 2 year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Does not include normal wear and tear.

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Crescent Moon Manufacturer Info

Why we chose them:

The Mercedes of snowshoes, Crescent Moon continues to lead the pack in snowshoe innovation and manufacturing. Crescent Moon Uses 100% wind power to generate the energy required to manufacture their eco-friendly snowshoes U.S. made in Boulder, CO. Crescent Moon Snowshoes are also the first snowshoe to be 100% PVC free and the company has integrated a serious recycling program. In addition, Crescent Moon Has an ultra efficient single pull loop binding system (SPL) as well as a toe claw grip system which when combined with their ultra-efficient ergonomic design, propel this snowshoe far above the competition. With Crescent Moon you get an eco-friendly snowshoe, made in the USA that performs better than any of their competition.

Pros:

Crescent Moon Snowshoes are manufactured in Boulder, CO USA.
Crescent Moon uses wind energy to power their manufacturing facility.
Crescent Moon has eliminated PVC from their snowshoes.
Crescent Moon Snowshoes have a simple to use, single pull binding system that hugs your foot like no other.
Crescent Moon Snowshoes have a toe claw traction system, transferring grip to where it is needed most.
Crescent Moon Snowshoes were designed with the natural walking/running motion in mind. They are shaped to maximize mobility with a natural, easy stride.

Cons:

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Crescent Moon Points of Interest:

Whether you are a beginner snowshoer or a seasoned veteran, Crescent Moon Snowshoes will provide you the with best experience available!
OUTSIDE magazine’s 2010/2011 edition of their Winter Gear Guide recognized Crescent Moon’s running shoe, the Gold 12 Direct Mount, as the BEST of its category, as well.
Similar recognition of Crescent Moon ‘s running model, the Gold 12, by Trail Runner Magazine, chose it for its annual “GEAR of the YEAR” award in 2009/2010 season.
Backpacker Magazine's Winter Gear Guide 2010/2011 edition chose Crescent Moon’s Kid shoe as the “best” of its category.
Binding Highlights:

Backpacker Magazine chose Crescent Moon as the “BEST BINDING” on the market in their 2009/2010 Winter Gear Guide, and in the most recent Backpacker issue.
Using a simple, but very effective combination of over-the-foot cam locking buckles and the only ratcheting heel adjustment on the market, the SPL binding provides unparalleled support and control on all terrains. This binding, featured on all of its Gold series of snowshoes, has been cited numerous times as the best binding system made, which is generally considered to be the most important feature on any snowshoe.
Crescent Moon has focused on its binding system since its inception in 1997 and has for the past 13 years been recognized many times for product innovations and unique solutions to snowshoes and bindings.
Crescent Moon Snowshoes’ new enlarged version of the SPL (single-pull-loop) adjustable binding system can accommodate snowboard boots and other large configuration foot-wear.

Manufacturing:

Crescent Moon bends their own frames, die presses their decking and other parts, and assembles their snowshoes in their Boulder, CO factory.
Their welding, powder coating, and molding are performed by local businesses.
All other snow shoe parts are manufactured in the US except for a few of their buckles which are manufactured in Italy.

Permagrip Crampons, eco-Ratings

Eco-Rating Summary (Score):

B+

Eco-Rating Breakdown:

Eco-Life B
Eco-Source: A
Eco-Packaging: B
Eco-Manufacturing: A
Eco-Materials: B

Eco-Rating Details:

Eco-Life: Product is very durable and long lasting.
Eco-Source: Manufactured in Boulder, CO.
Eco-Packaging: Product uses very little Packaging. What packaging is used is not biodegradable but is recyclable.
Eco-Manufacturing: Crescent Moon is a U.S Based Manufacturer that purchases 100% renewable energy blocks to power it's manufacturing and office facilities.
Eco-Ingredients: PVC FREE and Stainless Steel components are 100% recyclable.