How to Fix a Broken Snowboard Strap

A strap snowboard binding usually consists of two separate straps -- the toe strap and the ankle strap. Straps typically have three parts: the toothed ladder strap, the padding with locking mechanism and a second plastic piece that connects the padding to the other side of the base. If one of these parts breaks, you'll need to repair the strap before using the snowboard.

Things You'll Need

  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Allen wrench
  • Razor or scissors
  • Replacement ladder strap
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Instructions

    • 1

      Look at the hardware that connects the strap to the base of the binding. Ankle straps are typically attached to the heel cup by a Phillips screw or hex bolt. Determine what type of hardware is used to connect the broken part of the strap.

    • 2

      Remove the broken part of the strap, using a Phillips screwdriver or Allen wrench.

    • 3

      Remove the entire binding. In some cases, the toe strap may be attached to the base plate in a way that requires removing the entire binding from the snowboard to remove the faulty strap. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the three or four screws holding the binding, and pull the binding off the board.

    • 4

      Cut the strap. In some cases, the strap may not be attached by hardware alone and may require extra steps for removal. For instance, some ladder straps stay connected to the ratchet system all the time and don't crank loose. These straps do not break apart into two separate pieces because the end of the ladder strap is wider than the ratchet. Cut off the end with a razor, scissors or knife, so that you can remove the broken strap.

    • 5

      Purchase a replacement strap. Most likely, one of the plastic pieces is the broken link. Because any type of glue or tape would create a weak point and risk the dangerous scenario of allowing the binding to pop open in the middle of a run, you should always completely replace the faulty part of your broken strap rather than attempting to patch it back together. Contact the manufacturer with the model and size of your binding to get a replacement strap. Alternatively, measure the strap's length and purchase a generic replacement from a snowboard supplier.

    • 6

      Install the new strap by reattaching the screw, hex bolt or other hardware. Tighten it down. Re-screw the binding to the snowboard if you removed it.