At the beginning of the season or if the snowshoes are new or second-hand we must make sure that the straps adapt well to our foot, that the base or sieve are wide enough to keep us "afloat" in the snow. Check that the nuts are well tightened, and have them ready to enjoy walks through the snow
Let us remember that snowshoes have a base or sieve generally made of plastic material to create a platform wide enough to distribute our weight so that we have more surface area to move forward and not sink, the adjustment straps that They are made of a resistant and easy-to-wash fabric, they are what will keep the rackets themselves attached to our foot; For these two parts of the snowshoes, it will be enough to remove the dirt and remains of mud with a damp cloth or by brushing the parts that have remained with remains of the journey.
Let us remember that snowshoes have a base or sieve generally made of plastic material to create a platform wide enough to distribute our weight so that we have more surface area to move forward and not sink, the adjustment straps that They are made of a resistant and easy-to-wash fabric, they are what will keep the rackets themselves attached to our foot; For these two parts of the snowshoes, it will be enough to remove the dirt and remains of mud with a damp cloth or by brushing the parts that have remained with remains of the journey.
Now let's get to the most delicate part. As all snow equipment has metal parts, in this case they consist of crampons and plates, with which we must be especially careful if we do not want them to rust. To do this and after each use, the most important thing is to dry the material well and store it in a dry place, this way we will avoid having to worry too often about the maintenance of the metal parts.
It should be noted that during the season, if we are going to make continuous use of snowshoes, this very use It will prevent the oxide layer from forming or, if it has already formed, from disappearing. What must be avoided at all costs is the use of sandpaper or abrasive paper as it will wear down the part. metallic and will degrade at a faster rate.
It should be noted that during the season, if we are going to make continuous use of snowshoes, this very use It will prevent the oxide layer from forming or, if it has already formed, from disappearing. What must be avoided at all costs is the use of sandpaper or abrasive paper as it will wear down the part. metallic and will degrade at a faster rate.
It is important throughout the season as precautions to use, not to step on stones or rocks, so we have to be very sure that the thickness of the snow is sufficient to not damage the material.
When carrying snowshoes, protect crampons inside your backpack so they don't break anything and make sure no one gets hurt with them. When the snowshoes are frozen it is important not to step on the anchors, the plastic could crack, it is the part that requires the least maintenance, but it is also the weakest.
When carrying snowshoes, protect crampons inside your backpack so they don't break anything and make sure no one gets hurt with them. When the snowshoes are frozen it is important not to step on the anchors, the plastic could crack, it is the part that requires the least maintenance, but it is also the weakest.
With all this, it would only be left at the end of the season, taking into account all the above, remove the nuts (confirming that we can put them back in the same place), dry everything very well, since they will be thrown away until next year in storage. in the storage room.
