January 31, 2013 (Salt Lake City, UT) – Check out our Part 2 videos direct from the show floor at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market held Jan. 23-26 in Salt Lake City where the winter sports industry from around the globe gathered to display and sample the hottest winter gear for the upcoming 2013/2014 season. We caught up with Svein Pedersen of Swix showed off the new Triac pole, Pierre Perron of Louis Garneau highlighted the company’s newly redesigned nordic clothing collection and Thule’s Adam Donahue showed us the new Sonic Alpine box featuring the line’s lowest profile design.

December 24, 2012 – Louis Garneau is launching a new snowshoe, featuring a Boa closure system. The Yeti snowshoe is a high-performance snowshoe designed for steep ascents and access to summits and utilizes the Contact Pro Harness System, a revolutionary binding with a Boa Closure System-customized fit, lightweight, comfortable, on-the-fly adjustment that pushes performance to the limit.

The Contact Harness Pro System with Boa Closure System is:

LIGHTWEIGHT: Lightweight is essential in the backcountry. Climbers often have added gear, backpacks skis/snowboards. Developed by Boa Technology, the dial retention system alone weighs up to 80% less than traditional strapping systems. Constructed of stainless steel, the system will not absorb water which reduces the overall weight in use.

SECURE FIT: With retention at the forefoot as well as the heel and toes, the 360-degree adjustable harness system offers a secure and stable fit with no slippage during descents or ascents. Lateral stability makes for ideal climbing and the micro-adjustment dial evenly disperses pressure for a comfortable fit.

DURABILITY: Knowing that backcountry adepts often tread the most difficult terrains and the longest treks, the Boa Closure System uses a dial to wind the aircraft-grade stainless steel laces, and the entire system is backed by a “Boa Dialed In for Life Guarantee.”

QUICK-RELEASE: The releasable guide near the ankle offers a quick hassle-free harness entry and exit. The Contact Pro Harness fits any climbing or ski/snowboard boot.

The 7075-T6 Aluminum frame is made of aircraft grade aluminum that ensures toughness and is lightweight. V-Rail crampons provide maximum traction uphill, traverse, and downhill. HyperDeck decking is lightweight, sturdy, and extremely resistant material that withstands temperatures up to -40 degrees Celsius. Traxion Stainless Steel front crampons are designed for multi-directional traction on all terrains and snow conditions. The FREEFLEX pivot provides shock absorption and fore foot rotation on axle for an efficient stride. Step-Up heel riser reduces calf fatigue while climbing.

The Yeti Snowshoe will retail for $249.99