{"product_id":"montbell-snow-basket","title":"Montbell Snow Basket","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransform your trekking poles into high-performance winter tools with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003eMontbell Snow Basket\u003c\/b\u003e. Designed for deep powder and soft, slushy terrain, these oversized baskets prevent your poles from sinking into the snow, providing the stability and leverage you need for snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, or winter mountaineering. Engineered to be both lightweight and incredibly tough, they are a vital upgrade for any explorer transitioning from dirt trails to alpine snowfields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/b\u003e #1140228\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Cold-resistant Polymer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 17 g (0.6 oz) per piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 85 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as a single unit (Please order 2 for a pair of poles).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Technical Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Floatation Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e The wide-diameter design significantly increases the surface area of your pole tip, allowing it to \"float\" on top of deep snow rather than piercing through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLow-Temperature Durability:\u003c\/b\u003e Constructed from a specialized, cold-resistant polymer that remains flexible and impact-resistant even in sub-zero temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEasy-Thread Mounting:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a secure, screw-on attachment system that makes it simple to swap your standard trekking baskets for snow baskets in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStreamlined Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Despite its large surface area, the basket is designed with a low-profile edge to minimize \"drag\" when pulling the pole out of deep snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/b\u003e Rinse with fresh water after use in salt-treated snow or muddy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInspection:\u003c\/b\u003e Check for stress fractures or cracks before every winter expedition, especially if the baskets have been stored in a hot garage over the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/b\u003e Always hand-tighten; do not use tools, as over-tightening can strip the threads on the pole shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfessional Tips from X-Boundaries\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Mud \u0026amp; Sand\" Bonus:\u003c\/b\u003e While designed for snow, these baskets are equally effective in very soft mud or loose volcanic sand. If you’re hiking in the rainy season or on loose scree, these provide a much wider, more stable platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompatibility Check:\u003c\/b\u003e These are designed specifically to fit \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"60\"\u003eMontbell Trekking Poles\u003c\/b\u003e. Before heading out, ensure you have removed the small \"mud baskets\" first—the snow baskets are meant to replace them, not stack on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Spin \u0026amp; Lock\":\u003c\/b\u003e When installing, make sure to screw the basket all the way up until it clicks or locks firmly into place. A loose basket can easily be \"sucked\" off by deep, heavy snow, leaving you with a sinking pole for the rest of your hike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOff-Season Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e When the snow melts, remove the baskets and give them a quick rinse with fresh water to remove any road salt or grit before storing them in a dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Montbell","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":45080364351688,"sku":"4548801542108","price":11.9,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0487\/5947\/2277\/files\/1140228_SNOW_BASKET.png?v=1779791123","url":"https:\/\/x-boundaries.com\/products\/montbell-snow-basket","provider":"X-Boundaries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}