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How to Maintain and Care for Snowshoes

One of the greatest attributes of the snowshoe is its ease of maintenance. Just a few steps are needed to help make your snowshoes last for years.

Things You'll Need

  • Warm Clothes
  • Clear Varnish
  • Duct Tape
  • Nylon Adhesive Tape
  • Ski Poles
  • Snowshoes
  • String
  • Pocket Knives
  • Screwdriver Sets
  • Wrenches
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Instructions

  1. Wooden Snowshoes

    • 1

      Wipe the snowshoes dry after every use.

    • 2

      Check the frame for any broken pieces of wood after every outing. Tape or splint together broken pieces.

    • 3

      Re-coat the wood with a layer of clear varnish at the end of the winter season.

    • 4

      Store the snowshoes in a cool, dry area during the warmer months.

    Aluminum and Plastic Snowshoes

    • 5

      Wipe the snowshoes dry after every use.

    • 6

      Check for any rips or cracks in the top layer's decking material. Use nylon adhesive tape or duct tape to mend the decking material.

    • 7

      Look at all of the bolts and screws after you've used the snowshoes several times. Tighten these pieces of hardware if any are loose.

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Comments

  • hoofjunkie Dec 16, 2008
    what kind of varnish do i put on the rawhide
  • hoofjunkie Dec 16, 2008
    what kind of varnish do i put on the rawhide

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