The Gold 15, built for women and their gear weighing up to 200 lbs, is uniquely designed for backcountry conditions. The tapered tail and steep nose design allows for a natural stride but with a surface area that supports you on or off the trail. New for the 09/10 season is an enhanced binding system that provides even greater control and stability. Like all the Crescent Moon snowshoes, the teardrop shape is a more athletic design than any other brand available and will provide you with a better snowshoe experience because of it.