Trail Talk: Icers and snowshoes

Trail Talk: Icers and snowshoes

Now that winter seems to be here to stay, I have a couple of suggestions if icers or snowshoes are on your wish list. The main problem with icers is that some, especially the cheaper ones, are inclined to come off. Several hikers have lost icers on the trail without realizing it.  The main problem with snowshoes is the ease of doing up, adjusting and undoing the bindings. It can especially be the case if you have trouble adjusting the straps in …