How do you put snowshoes on?
Snowshoes are very easy to attach to every hiking shoe, no matter the size. You just step on a middle of a snowshoe, and then adjust the straps to fit your foot tight, but not too tight. But don’t worry, when you rent the snowshoes in our office, we will show you how to use them.
How do you walk in snowshoes?
The rule is called “small, wide, and high”. “Small” means that you make smaller steps, one foot after another. “Wide” means that your legs are spread a bit wider than usual, so you don’t trip over the snowshoes. “High” means that you lift your knees higher, so you avoid collecting snow on your shoes.
Walking backwards is not possible, so keep in mind that, whenever you need to turn, you should slowly turn your feet in the direction you want to go.
The equipment characteristics:
Snowshoes: Yate Raptor (for sizes 35-49, weight up to 100 kg, dimensions 68×23 cm, weight 1800 g)
Prices for snowshoes rental:
1 day (up to 24 hours): 15 €/pair
+ each additional day: 8 €/pair
You can rent and return the equipment in our Altitude Activities office on Ljubljanska cesta 1, 4260 Bled. Please ensure that the gear is picked up and returned during the office hours that are currently in effect. (Every day from 10 am to 6 pm)
We understand that many hikers prefer to start their day early, so we offer the option to pick up your gear from our office one afternoon before your booking (until 6 p.m.) at no extra cost.
If you don’t manage to return it during office hours please let us know by phone or e-mail.
*Note that in the winter season, it is good to pre-book the snowshoes since these are the months with the highest demand.
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