Patented Innovations for Better Winter Adventures!

For more than 150 years, Faber has been designing snowshoes built for real winter conditions. Behind every innovation is the same goal: making every snowshoeing adventure more comfortable and enjoyable.

This commitment to continuous improvement has led to the development of several patented technologies. Some improve traction, while others enhance stability, comfort or mobility on challenging terrain. Each one was developed to solve a real challenge encountered outdoors.

Here are some of the innovations that make Faber snowshoes stand out today.

Wing Traction Decking: Maximum Grip Without the Extra Weight

How do you improve traction without making a snowshoe heavier?

That’s the challenge that led Faber to develop its patented Wing Traction Decking. 

The side wings add rigidity to the deck while incorporating strategically positioned traction cleats around the frame. This design also allows for an open tail, helping snow shed more efficiently as you move.

The benefits include:

• Exceptional traction and grip;
• Lightweight construction;
• Improved stability;
• Efficient snow shedding;
• More efficient movement in a variety of snow conditions.

You’ll find this technology in two of our snowshoe collections: our sliding step snowshoes and our wing traction decking snowshoes. Both are designed to deliver performance, comfort and control on the trails.

The Sliding Step: A New Way to Explore Winter

With its sliding step technology, Faber has reimagined the way you move on snowshoes.

Combining features of traditional snowshoes and skis, this hybrid design lets you naturally switch between gripping the snow on climbs and gliding on descents.

The result? A smoother, more efficient stride that takes less effort and adds more fun to your winter adventures, especially on rolling terrain.

To give you greater control as conditions change, Faber also developed a patented reversible skin system. In just a few moments, you can adjust the balance between grip and glide to match the terrain.

It’s a different way to experience winter for anyone who loves exploring the outdoors.

Double Suspension Pivot: Freedom to Move with Confidence

At Faber, innovation goes beyond the snowshoe deck.

The Double Suspension Pivot, combined with a rotation limiter, was designed to improve comfort and control when navigating technical terrain.

This technology helps:

• Reduce strain on your ankles;
• Improve side-to-side control;
• Limit rotation to 60°, preventing the snowshoe from hitting your shin;
• Make it easier to step backward and move over obstacles.

You’ll find this technology on the Mountain Master and Mountain Expert models, both designed for snowshoers who take on more demanding winter conditions.

Arcatech Frame: A Smarter Snowshoe Design

With the Arcatech Frame, Faber took a fresh approach to snowshoe geometry to improve performance on snow.

Its arched shape promotes a more natural stride and better traction, while the cambered frame profile improves flotation and creates a more responsive rebound with every step.

The result:

• A more natural walking stride;
• Better traction;
• Improved flotation in snow;
• More responsive rebound.

Like the Double Suspension Pivot, the Arcatech Frame is featured on the Mountain Master and Mountain Expert models.

Proven Innovations, Built for Real Winter Conditions

Over the years, these patented technologies have helped shape Faber’s snowshoe collections, delivering better performance, greater comfort and designs that adapt to the challenges of winter terrain.

And the innovation doesn’t stop here. Faber continues to develop snowshoes with the same commitment: creating products that meet the real needs of the people who use them.