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Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe

Extreme 3D-Curved Traction Rails for traction

$229.95


Description

What`s Flex?
The FLEX ALP is designed to tackle extreme Backcountry terrain. With micro-serrated 3D-Curved Traction Rails and the ActiveLift™ 19° heel lift, the FLEX ALP devours steep, icy terrain. The streamlined deck shape enhances maneuverability in tight situations, and our new size, the FLEX ALP XL, was designed to provide flotation for those exploring the backcountry with heavier loads.

Sizes Available: 24, 28

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Size Chart

Model FLEX ALP
24
FLEX ALP
28
Dimensions 8" x 24" 8" x 28"
Weight/Pair 4.5 lbs 5.0 lbs
Optimal Load Up to 190 lbs Up to 220 lbs
Surface Area 165 in2 194 in2

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Flotation

FLEX Tail

FLEX Tail
The ergonomically and biomechanically designed FLEX Tail absorbs shock from heel strike, reducing the amount of stress on your joints and allowing you to snowshoe farther, longer and with less stress on your body.

Torsion Deck

Torsion Deck
Tubbs’ advanced Torsion Deck™ design adapts to variable snow conditions underfoot. The decks allow torsional articulation throughout the body of the snowshoe, enhancing traction, biomechanics and comfort on uneven terrain.

Articulation

Rotating Toe Cord - Rotation Limiter

Rotating Toe Cord - Rotation Limiter
Rotating Toe Cord design enables the tail of the snowshoe to drop and snow to shed off the tail, reducing cardio-respiratory strain by 7%. The underfoot pivot point also allows the toe traction teeth to bite deeply into the snow when weighted. A rotation limiter prevents over-rotation and shin bang.

Control

ActiveFLEX Binding

ActiveFLEX Binding
Gender specific, asymmetric ActiveFLEX™ binding featuring patented Control Wings™ provides lightweight control, support, comfort and ease of use. Men’s binding fits up to size 13 boots; women’s size 5- 11.

Traction

Traction Rails

Traction Rails
Carbon steel toe crampon, ergonomically placed under foot, maximizes weighted traction and responsiveness while 3D curved Traction Rails ensure superior side-hill grip in hard or icy conditions. Progressive molded Snow Brakes, on the deck as well as the Soft Strike zone, improve weighted traction.

Viper 2.0 Crampon

Viper 2.0 Crampon
Viper™ 2.0 carbon steel toe crampon with jagged tooth construction maximizes weighted traction and responsiveness.

Reviews of the Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe

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Tubbs SnowshoesMen's FLEX ALP Snowshoe
 
4.6

(based on 25 reviews)

96%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (19)
  • Durable (16)
  • Packs well (15)
  • Comfortable (12)
  • Stylish (9)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Mountaineering (16)
    • Comfort (5)
    • Snowboarding (5)
    • Powder (3)
    • Skiing (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Advanced (7), Intermediate (6), On the mountain (5), Expert (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (21), Yes (4)

    Reviewed by 25 customers

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    5.0

    I would buy this same shoe again

    By outdoor1

    from buffalo, ny

    About Me Advanced

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

        bindings very secure & easy to use

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No
         
        5.0

        tubbs-tastic!

        By bikerboy55

        from albuquerque, nm

        About Me Intermediate

        Verified Reviewer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Lightweight
        • Stylish

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

            i've owned and used these showshoes for 3 years now. they are a delight. easy to get into, easy to adjust and easy to get out of. best of all, they're light and have awesome traction. the 24" model is great for most snow conditions. i recently bought the 28" (XL) model for deeper snow. they work great, and are still quite light. the flex capability of these snowshoes really helps as does the heel-lift (especially going up a steep hill for an extended distance--it's like climbing stairs with no strain on your calves!). these snowshoes are the best.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No
             
            4.0

            Great snowshoe for any adventure

            By Jeff B

            from East Northport, NY

            About Me Professional

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Lightweight
            • Packs Well

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Comfort
              • Mountaineering
              • Skiing
              • Snowboarding

              Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

              I have been using the Flex Alp snowshoes for about 3 seasons now and I must say that they are the best snowshoe that I have used in any of my adventures.

              The Flex Alps offer the mountaineer and backcountry adventurer a lightweight, agile and ergonomically-correct shoe that will offer all the aggressive grip required for any ascent/decent. The flexible deck really helps in conforming to the terrain for better grip and limiting the uncomfortable position that many other shoes place your feet in to grip adequately. The Alps offer an agressive crampon underfoot, along with rails that are designed to effectively grip and limit any fore/aft slippage when climbing/decending.

              An often overlooked feature is how well the binding holds the foot and how easy it is to enter and release. Tubbs offers a very effective system that allows boots of all sizes (except for some extremely large winter boots) to be used with this snowshoe. The strapping is quickly adjustable and doesn't put any unnecessary pressure over the foot, but holds over the ball of the foot and straps around the heel to keep the boot fully locked in.

              Underfoot, this snowshoe offers a lift bar for those long climbs. Believe me, your calves will thank you! They stay locked in both the upper and lower positions, so you will not have to worry about the bar unexpectedly flipping down while in use.

              Overall, these are the best shoes you can buy and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a lightweight, agile and dependable shoe in all conditions. I have used my shoes in all terrains and elevations and I must say that they have never failed me in any way and will continue to take me to many high peaks throughout the winter seasons.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No
               
              5.0

              Men's Alp Snowshoes

              By Scott

              from Western Massachusetts

              About Me Beginner

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Packs Well
              • Stylish

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Comfort

                Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

                I must admit, I bought these because of the way they looked..I love orange! But, what a nice pair of snowshoes...love them, love snowshoeing, glad I bought them!

                • Was this a gift?:
                • Yes
                 
                4.0

                Yhe flexibility you need on the trails

                By Jay

                from New York

                About Me Intermediate

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Lightweight
                • Packs Well

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Comfort
                  • Hiking
                  • Snow Sports

                  Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

                  I bought my flex alps to help me get out on the trails I love during the snowy winter months. I'm glad I did. The flexible design conforms to the varied terrain and the innovative traction system underneath offers superior grip and excellent resistance to slipping. These snowshoes are also so light that I don't even feel them when they are added to my pack and the integrated climbing bar is a must have for all the uphill sections.
                  Stop shopping - buy these. You won't regret it.

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                  • No
                   
                  4.0

                  Perfect for hardcore hike!

                  By ledor473

                  from Levis, QC

                  About Me Advanced

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Great Traction
                  • Highly Adjustable
                  • Rugged
                  • Stylish

                  Cons

                  • Bad Flotation
                  • Scratches Easily

                  Best Uses

                  • Mountaineering

                  Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

                  I really love my Flex ALP. I've been using them for a couple of years (bought them just after the release).
                  It scratches easily, but didn't break easily! They have seen pretty bad situation without any problem.

                  Warning: If you weight about 190lbs the 24inch are NOT for you! Back then it was the only version but now with the XL you should take these!
                  Also, if you wish to use it with a bag, take the Flex ALP XL version!

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No
                   
                  5.0

                  Flex Alp Snowshoes - RELIABLE!!!

                  By Mountain Man John

                  from Albany, NY

                  About Me Expert

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Mountaineering

                    Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

                    I've owned the Tubbs Flex Alp snowshoes since Dec. 2010, and put them through the toughest, technical terrain of the Adirondack and Catskill High Peaks, the Greens of VT and the Whites of NH. Even slide climbs up hard snow-pack. If one word can describe the Flex Alp, it would be "RELIABLE".
                    They are absolutely durable, with very aggresive crampons that are like the teeth of a great white shark. When I wear them, I have full confidence I can tackle just about anything I face on any winter hike. I cannot recommend the Flex Alp snowshoes enough!!!

                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • Yes
                     
                    5.0

                    Ideal for dicey conditions

                    By Ambassador John

                    from Washington

                    About Me Expert

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Lightweight
                    • Packs Well

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Mountaineering

                      Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

                      DISCLOSURE: I'm a Tubbs Ambassador.

                      I switched to the FLEX line of shoes three years ago after using the more traditional aluminum frame and fabric decking for many years. I've found the FLEX 'shoes are a much better fit for the often hard and icy conditions in the Cascades.

                      I primarily use them on steep, windswept peaks where they provide just enough floatation without weighing me down on the approach.

                      I would not recommend these for deep powder.

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • Yes
                       
                      4.0

                      outstanding performance on and off trail

                      By "Wallace"

                      from Oswego NY

                      About Me Advanced

                      Verified Reviewer

                      Pros

                      • Comfortable
                      • Durable
                      • Easy To Use Binding
                      • Packs Well
                      • Rugged Crampon
                      • Stylish

                      Cons

                      • Heavy
                      • Poor On Hard Ice Patches
                      • Poor On Very Steep Ascent

                      Best Uses

                      • General Hiking
                      • Mountaineering
                      • Non Technical Terrain

                      Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

                      An all around great pair of snowshoes. Great for most general mountain hiking in snow. Some trouble kicking steps and ascending icy patches and hard to control on steep descents.Still working to dial them in on the mountain terrain.Although the binding came loose at critical times it has since worked fine and is relatively easy to use.So far so good..As good as any I have used yet.I'll continue to take them deep into the backcountry and high on the summits!! Thank..,JW

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No
                       
                      3.0

                      Men's Flex ALP Snowshoe review

                      By Ian

                      from Windsor Colorado

                      About Me Beginner

                      Pros

                      • Durable
                      • Lightweight
                      • Packs Well
                      • Stylish

                      Cons

                      • Don't Secure Well To Snow

                      Best Uses

                      • Snowshoeing

                      Comments about Tubbs Snowshoes Men's FLEX ALP Snowshoe:

                      Snow shoes do not stay attached very well to my snow boots and the straps keep coming loose which allows my heal to slip out of the snow shoe. When you are cold trying to fix the strap is not much fun.

                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

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