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DIY INSTALLATION GUIDE - FIXINGS -
ATLAS SNOWSHOE HARNESS
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How to Remove and Install ATLAS Snowshoe Bindings (Harnesses)
At Simard Sport, the ATLAS replacement bindings ensure long-lasting repair, comfortable fit, and perfect compatibility with your all-season snowshoes — the ideal solution to extend their life and performance. ⏱️ Reading Time: 5 minutes
The Simard Sport Quality
Each replacement binding from Simard Sport stands out for its proven durability, exceptional comfort, and perfect compatibility with most ATLAS snowshoe models — all while offering quick and easy installation.
Designed to withstand harsh Canadian winters, our bindings deliver solid grip, consistent performance, and effortless installation — ensuring comfort and reliability for all your winter adventures.
Modernize Your ATLAS Snowshoes
This DIY (Do It Yourself) guide walks you step-by-step through how to install your new bindings and safely remove a rivet.
A simple, efficient, and long-lasting solution to restore and improve the performance of your ATLAS snowshoes.
This guide is designed to help you repair your snowshoes yourself, easily and effectively.
Before starting, it’s essential to know how to remove a rivet without damaging the pivot of your ATLAS snowshoes.
If the process seems too complex, our ProShop workshop in Laval (Québec) can perform the installation professionally and affordably.
🦺 Safety and Precautions
⚠️ Important: This procedure is intended for users with basic tool-handling experience and safety knowledge.
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Work on a stable, clean, and well-lit surface.
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Always wear safety glasses and work gloves.
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Read the user manuals for your tools before beginning.
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When in doubt, let our specialized workshop in Laval handle the installation for you.
🧰 List of Required Tools and Materials
Electric drill (variable speed recommended)
1/4" Drill Bit (Atlas Specific)
Vice-Grip or multi-grip pliers
Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench or 3/8" wrench
Long-nose pliers (Vice-Grip)
Sandpaper (if needed)
Exacto
Heavy duty chisel
🦺 Safety Equipment
Protective glasses
Thick work gloves
Cutting lubricant
Clean cloth
Stable and hard work surface
Waste bin
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Step 1 – Removing the Rivets — ATLAS Models
Workstation Preparation
Place the snowshoe on a stable, protected surface.
Install the ¼” drill bit onto your drill.
Keep the vise-grip pliers and lubricant within reach.
Removal Steps
1️⃣ Locate the rivets: Drill from the top, centered on the small hole in the rivet head.
2️⃣ Secure the underside: Hold the washer and pivot with the vise-grip pliers to prevent rotation.
3️⃣ Lubricate: Apply a drop of WD-40 to the rivet head.
4️⃣ Drill slowly: Start at low speed with steady, moderate pressure.
5️⃣ Monitor heat: Add more lubricant if needed to prevent overheating.
6️⃣ Remove the remains: Extract the pin and washer, then check that the pivot strap is not damaged.
Pro Tips
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Stability: Hold the snowshoe firmly while drilling.
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Control: If the rivet starts spinning, tighten the vise-grip and continue.
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Cleanliness: Remove all metal shavings before installing the new parts.
🔧 Last step — Final assembly of the parts
1️⃣ Preparation
Carefully remove the binding and crampon.
Handle each part carefully to avoid damaging the aluminum structure or the pivot.
2️⃣ Cleaning and precise cutting
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Remove the non-slip layer on top of the harness using an Exacto.
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If necessary, trim the anti-slip under the harness with a sturdy scissors to obtain a clean, fitted surface.
3️⃣ Assembly of the elements
Stack in the following order:
foot plate → metal stud → bottom plate.
Then place the assembly over the existing toe cord, inserting the screws into the original holes.
4️⃣ Final fixing
Assemble with rivets or self-locking nut bolts, depending on the desired strength.
Tighten firmly without crushing the rubber.
5️⃣ Visual check
Check the alignment and symmetry of the parts.
👉 See the attached image to follow the exact assembly order and achieve a professional result.
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Professional installation service
If this step seems complex to you, our ProShop workshop in Laval (Quebec) can carry out the installation for you, with specialized tools and guaranteed durability.
📍 Simard Sport ProShop – Laval
⚠️ 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