Tubbs Kids

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I choose the right Tubbs kids' snowshoe size?

  Choose by the child's total weight (clothes + pack) and intended terrain: smaller sizes for flat, packed trails and larger sizes for deeper snow to increase flotation. For example, Flex Jr. comes in ~17–18" for roughly 40–90 lbs (18–41 kg), Glacier offers 19–22" options that cover about 40–150 lbs depending on size, SnowGlow is a 16" option for smaller kids, and the Storm is aimed at typical 6–10-year-old play. If a child exceeds a model’s weight limit or will be on steep/advanced terrain, step up to the next size or an adult model.
• How does the Flex Jr. compare to the Glacier (and where does SnowGlow fit)?

  The Flex Jr. is built around the award‑winning Flex Tail for a natural heel‑to‑toe roll and is very lightweight (about 970 g per pair), making it ideal for younger kids (roughly 6–10 years) on family trails. The Glacier comes in larger 19–22" sizes to support tweens or heavier kids up to ~150 lbs and offers more flotation for longer outings or deeper snow. SnowGlow is a compact 16" kids' model with LED visibility features suited to small children on shorter, local trails.
• What does Flex Tail and Soft‑Tec decking do for a child’s stride and flotation?

  Flex Tail provides a flexible, upturned rear section that promotes natural heel‑to‑toe rolling and reduces gait fatigue, while Soft‑Tec™ composite decking adds durable, slightly cushioned flotation for deep or variable snow. Together they improve comfort and make learning to snowshoe easier by smoothing the stride and increasing surface area for buoyancy.
• Are Tubbs kids' bindings and traction features easy for children to use and reliable on hills?

  Yes, Tubbs youth models use kid‑friendly systems like QuickLock/QuickLock2 and Quick‑Fit Jr with stretchable heel straps, rubber straps, or pull‑webbing that are glove‑friendly for quick entry and exit. Carbon‑steel toe/heel crampons and 3D curved traction rails with braking teeth provide dependable grip on packed snow and moderate sidehills, though very steep or technical terrain may call for adult models with more aggressive crampons.
• Can Tubbs kids' snowshoes be used safely in backcountry conditions?

  Tubbs youth snowshoes are designed primarily for recreational trails, family outings, and light backcountry travel on packed or moderately variable snow; models like Glacier give extra flotation for longer or deeper outings. For steep, technical, or remote backcountry travel, follow weight limits closely, consider more aggressive adult models or specialized gear, and prioritize route skills and avalanche safety training when appropriate.