2009-2010 TRADITIONAL SNOWSHOES
Huron | Bear Paw & Modified Bear Paw | Alaskan | Ojibwe | Racing | Miniatures

We invite you to visit our snowshoe model selcting guide to see which model we recommend according to your profile.

DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT

9 x 29 in.
10 x 33 in.
11 x 36 in.
12 x 42 in.
14 x 48 in.
- 50 lbs.
50-100 lbs.
80-120 lbs.
100-160 lbs.
175 lbs. & +

The Huron snowshoe model is the most known shape from all snowshoes. It takes its origin from the Nation Huronne from Canada. It is mostly used for hunting, trapping, bird watching and long-distance adventures in open forests and fields. It was also the preferred model used by the French settler who established the first colony in 1604, the adventure enthusiasts and the trappers for winter hiking.

Very quiet and easy to maneuver, its geometry provides great flotation in soft snow and its long tail is designed to keep the snowshoe in the walking movement as needed.

- Frame made of Appalachian white ash and lacing made of cow raw hide.
- High quality varnish to keep the raw hide and the frame in good condition.
- Harness sold separately.

Note: It is recommended to apply varnish once a year at the end of the season to prevent the wood frame and raw hide to absorb moisture and water. That will extend the life of your natural snowshoe. We recommend using a wood boat varnish.

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We invite you to visit our snowshoe model selcting guide to see which model we recommend according to your profile.

DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT

12 x 30 in.
14 x 32 in.
16 x 32 in
.
150 lbs. & +
150 lbs. & +
150 lbs. & +

We invite you to visit our snowshoe model selcting guide to see which model we recommend according to your profile.

DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT

10 x 30 in.
10 x 36 in.
11 x 40 in
.
75-150 lbs.
150 lbs. & +
150 lbs. & +

The Bear Paw model is the second most popular snowshoe shape. It takes its origin from Indians Nations of Eastern Canada and from the Great North of Canada, particularly the Indian Innu Nation (Montagnais). Mostly used for hunting, trapping, bird watching and long-distance adventures in dense forest.

Its wide and short shape allows efficient & silent movement in crowded areas of the forest. Also offered in a longer version for more versatility in open field (Modified Bear Paw).

- Frame made of Appalachian white ash and lacing made of cow raw hide.
- High quality varnish to keep the raw hide and the frame in good condition.
- Harness sold separately.

Note: It is recommended to apply varnish once a year at the end of the season to prevent the wood frame and raw hide to absorb moisture and water. That will extend the life of your natural snowshoe. We recommend using a wood boat varnish.

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We invite you to visit our snowshoe model selcting guide to see which model we recommend according to your profile.

DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT

10 x 46 in.
10 x 56 in
.
75-150 lbs.
150 lbs. & +

The Alaskan model, also called Yukon, is characterized by its long and unique shape. It is a wise combination of the Huron tail and the Modified Bear Paw shape. It takes its origin from Indians Nations of Western Canada and the Northern part of United States. Mainly used for long- distance hunting and long-distance hiking in open forests and fields.

Its long narrow tail is designed to keep the snowshoe in the walking movement as needed. Quiet and very stable, its all-purpose use makes it a great choice for long-distance hiking.

- Frame made of Appalachian white ash and lacing made of cow raw hide.
- High quality varnish to keep the raw hide and the frame in good condition.

- Harness sold separately.

Note: It is recommended to apply varnish once a year at the end of the season to prevent the wood frame and raw hide to absorb moisture and water. That will extend the life of your natural snowshoe. We recommend using a wood boat varnish.

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We invite you to visit our snowshoe model selcting guide to see which model we recommend according to your profile.

DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT

10 x 48 in.
11 x 54 in.
100-190 lbs.
160 lbs. & +

Ojibwe name takes its origin from the Indian Nation OJIBWE from Canada that established itself along the great Canadian lakes of Ontario, in Western Canada and north central area of United States. The Ojibwe model has the most interesting and unique shape of all the wooden traditional snowshoes. This model has similarities with ancient snowshoes used by old civilizations from Siberia, Groenland and Scandinavia many centuries ago.

Its unique shape provides a great flotation in open forests and fields where there is a lot of snow. Its narrow and lifted nose, combined with its long narrow tail, is providing great gliding properties in downhill on hard snow. Might it be the ancestor of the modern alpine ski?

Quiet and stable, it is a good all around snowshoe for long-distance adventures.

- Frame made of Appalachian white ash and lacing made of cow raw hide.
- High quality varnish to keep the raw hide and the frame in good condition.
- Harness sold separately.

Note: It is recommended to apply varnish once a year at the end of the season to prevent the wood frame and raw hide to absorb moisture and water. That will extend the life of your natural snowshoe. We recommend using a wood boat varnish.

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We invite you to visit our snowshoe model selcting guide to see which model we recommend according to your profile.

DIMENSIONS
WEIGHT

9 x 31 in.
80-190 lb

This snowshoe type is recommended for traditional snowshoe race enthusiasts. Its unique shape allows a natural running style and is still very agile. The central decking is tightly laced to provide a greater grip and flotation and there is no rear lateral wood piece for more foot comfort.
This model is used by the Canadian Special Olympics Snowshoe Team.

- Frame made of Appalachian white ash and lacing made of cow raw hide.
- High quality varnish to keep the raw hide and the frame in good condition.
- Harness sold separately.

Note: It is recommended to apply varnish once a year at the end of the season to prevent the wood frame and raw hide to absorb moisture and water. That will extend the life of your natural snowshoe. We recommend using a wood boat varnish.

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MODEL

DIMENSIONS
No. 55 Mini Huron
No. 50 Mini Ojibwe
No. 56 Mini binding
5 x 16 in.
4 x 20 in.

Handcrafted miniatures identical to the original model (rawhide lacing and white ash frame). Perfect for hanging over a fireplace and other decorative purposes.

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GV Snowshoes
605 Stanislas Koska
Wendake, Québec, Canada G0A 4V0
Phone: 418-842-0321 Toll Free: 1- 866-445-7463
Fax: 418-842-2003