Found snowshoe bindings but not available in the US

[Black_Fly]

These bindings are similar to some I’ve been looking to try, but the two vendors shown won’t ship to the U.S. Anyone know of another source?

The goal is to speed up getting my shoes on at the trailhead, without freezing my digits by fiddling with laces. I’ve tried several bindings and they either aren’t very secure or they are difficult to get tight. These look worth a try, but the Canucks are holding them hostage .

 

[tketcham]

Howe style leather bindings work well except for the wear on the strap that holds the binding onto the snowshoe webbing. I'd also swap out the instep strap with a cam- or friction-lock type strap. The kind used on backpacks and tie-ins. I only found them for sale on Amazon or Etsy, though.

I also used this style of binding with aluminum framed shoes and they do the job and are fairly quick to put on. But I noticed that just about every retailer is sold out.

Super A Bindings

Sizes: One size fits all Sold in pairs

snowshoe.com

 

[Tryin']

This is the closest version I found in the US:

Products

He has an Amazon store as well.

 

[tketcham]

Look like solid bindings and I like the way they attach to the webbing. I'd be concerned about the spikes rubbing into the webbing if the spacing isn't ideal for certain snowshoes.

 

[Black_Fly]

I’m using Super A bindings. Looking to simplify entry. These are some recommended by Hap Wilson, which resemble the design I’ve found

 

[Black_Fly]

This is the closest version I found in the US:

Products

He has an Amazon store as well.

That link doesn’t work.

 

[Tryin']

That link doesn’t work.

Weird, it shows on my end.

snowshoe-bindings.com



snowshoe-bindings.com

 

[memaquay]

For many years in Canada, the Faber work binding was the preferred one for people who used traditional snowshoes for work, such as line cutters, prospectors, etc. https://www.canadianoutdoorequipmen...71eoAJw8DF3zmT8Nkw0Pz65GqG08dCihoCN2QQAvD_BwE

Seems like faber isn't making them anymore, and the new price is fairly hefty. All of my traditional snowshoes have this binding, and it is superior. Once you set the lace for your boot size, you don't really have to touch it again if you are the only person using the snowshoe.

 

[D J Hayes]

I put a pair of these bindings on my snowshoes this winter and am very happy with the quality. From Vermont leather worker...
Dan

https://www.etsy.com/listing/120168062/bindings-only-pair-howe-leather-snowshoe

 

[Bothwell Voyageur]

You should try these bindings. They take a little experimentation to get the fit exactly right but once set up you can slip your feet in and out without using your hands. They were originally designed by trappers who needed to be able to kick off their shoes in case they fell through the ice. You could probably make you own from heavyweight inner tubes.

 

[Black_Fly]

For many years in Canada, the Faber work binding was the preferred one for people who used traditional snowshoes for work, such as line cutters, prospectors, etc. https://www.canadianoutdoorequipmen...71eoAJw8DF3zmT8Nkw0Pz65GqG08dCihoCN2QQAvD_BwE

Seems like faber isn't making them anymore, and the new price is fairly hefty. All of my traditional snowshoes have this binding, and it is superior. Once you set the lace for your boot size, you don't really have to touch it again if you are the only person using the snowshoe.

those look interesting. Pricey, but if they stay adjusted…. I swore off leather bindings because of stretch, but those have nylon webbing, and bison leather should be more stable. Thanks, something to ponder.