DIY GUIDE - INSTALLATION BINDINGS -
ATLAS SNOWSHOE HARNESS
DIY Guide – How to replace and upgrade your bindings - MSR snowshoe harnesses?
Discover the superior quality of Simard Sport — the Canadian specialist in replacement bindings that are 100% compatible with MSR adult snowshoes. Our harnesses combine durability, comfort, and performance, while offering a simple, quick, and reliable installation to extend the life of your snowshoes.
Upgrade your rackets
Designed for Quebec winters, they offer a solid fit, controlled flexibility and extend the life of your snowshoes.
Installation guide (DIY)
This guide shows you, step by step, how to remove the rivets and install the new fastener.
If the installation seems complex to you, our WorkShop in Laval can do it for you.
Before we begin
Read all the steps before installing.
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Begin the 5 simple and safe MSR installation steps
A)List of Required Tools and Materials
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-Electric or cordless drill
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-3/8" in. ou 1/4 drill bit
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-Loop pliers or multi-grip pliers
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- Riveter or Phillips screwdriver for final assembly
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-Flathead and Phillips screwdrivers
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-Abrasive paper
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-X-Acto & Scissors
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-Protective glasses to prevent metal splashes
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-Sturdy work gloves
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-Cutting lubricant
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-Clean cloth
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-Stable work surface
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-Garbage can
Before you begin, make sure you are working in a well-lit, stable and safe space
B) Removing the pins
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Place the racket firmly on a protected surface.
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Operate from underneath the racket.
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Tools needed: Small flathead screwdriver and long-nose pliers
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Remove 4 clevis pins, rings and washers.
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Remove the metal plates
C) Removal of the 4 or 6 rivets
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Operate from below the plate.
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Identify the central hole of the rivet heads.
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Secure the rivet head with a vise grip to prevent any rotation.
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Lubricate the head, drill at low speed with constant pressure.
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Monitor for overheating
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After drilling through the head, remove the stem and any remaining debris.
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D) Professional (qualitative) advice
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Stability: it's best to have one hand on the drill and a good grip on the clamp.
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Check: if the rivet starts to turn, stop, tighten the vise grips, then resume.
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Final cleanup: remove metal shavings before continuing the installation of the new parts
E) Assembly of the fixing
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1️⃣ Choose the number of rivets to remove:
Remove only 4 rivets at the front of the plate, or all 6 rivets depending on the condition of your old fixings.
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2️⃣ If you remove only 4 rivets
Cut out the bottom of the harness along the plate. -
3️⃣ Install the new fastener
Slide the new fastener between the front bottom of the old MSR harness and the metal plate.
The new fastener must always be installed in the four front holes.
Make sure it is perfectly aligned with the MSR plate.
Assembly Kit
Two options are available depending on your model, with either a large or small opening, allowing the installation of tap rivets or bolts with lock nuts. Please identify the correct kit required to attach the harness to the two central holes. Both options are simple to install.
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3 Solutions for Replacing Your MSR Rivets
Option 1 – Tubular metal rivets
🔩 Description: This original model ensures strength equivalent to that of the factory.
🛠️ Installation: Installs using an industrial riveter for a durable hold.
Option 2 – Stainless steel bolts and self-locking nuts + tap-in rivets
🔩 Description: A simple, quick and durable alternative, compatible with all brands of snowshoes.
🛠️ Installation: Installs using a screwdriver, a wrench (or pliers) +
+ Hammer-in rivets: installed using a hammer
Option 3 – Aluminum rivets
🔩 Description: Standard model, lightweight and reliable, designed for common repairs.
🛠️ Installation: Installs easily using a rivet gun.
Option: Deluxe Model with Toe Stopper
This toe stopper is installed using the 2 front anchors
This innovative replacement part, compatible with the new “Simard Sport Canada” harnesses for MSR snowshoes, adds a fourth strategic support point. It ensures optimal stability and improved balance during your snowshoe hikes, both uphill and downhill.
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Final Assembly
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Align the 2 holes in the metal plate with the 2 holes in the metal rails
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Reassemble the 4 clevis pins, rings and washers.
If these steps seem complex, entrust the installation to our ProShop workshop in Laval (Quebec) for a reliable, safe and durable result.
Thanks to our specialized tools and recognized expertise, you benefit from a professional service that extends the life of your MSR snowshoes while optimizing your performance on the trails.
💰 Price: between $30 and $50 per pair, depending on the model and type of installation.
⚠️ Disclaimer – Simard Sport.com: Simard Sport makes no statement, promise, or guarantee regarding the accuracy, completeness, or relevance of the content contained in these installation or repair instructions. The company expressly declines all liability for any errors, omissions, or damages resulting from the improper use or installation of parts. No warranty, whether explicit or implied, is provided concerning the content of these instructions or the parts included in the repair or replacement kits. Thank you for your trust, The Simard Sport Team