Atlas

Atlas Snowshoe Company pioneered modern snowshoe design from their Seattle headquarters since 1990. They created the first patented snowshoe in over 40 years and lead innovation with racing models and women-specific biomechanics research.
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Atlas Snowshoe Company revolutionized snowshoeing from their Seattle base since 1990, starting with founder Perry Klebahn's Stanford thesis that became the first patented snowshoe design in over four decades. Atlas builds snowshoes that push the sport forward, from racing models with titanium cleats to the groundbreaking Elektra Collection based on dedicated women's biomechanics research.

Atlas sponsors 38 racing athletes across the country and developed the Spring Loaded Suspension Design that changed how snowshoes perform on varied terrain. Their tubular collection and racing snowshoes represent decades of innovation in lightweight materials and advanced binding systems. Atlas also founded National Winter Trails Day with SIA and runs women's workshops and youth outreach programs that grow the sport beyond just gear.

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What is Atlas Snowshoe Company known for?
Atlas pioneered modern snowshoe design and created the first patented snowshoe in over 40 years. They're known for racing snowshoes with titanium cleats and the Elektra Collection based on women's biomechanics research.
What types of snowshoes does Atlas make?
Atlas makes tubular collection snowshoes, racing models, and the Elektra women's line. They also produce snowshoe accessories to complement their footwear designs.
What makes Atlas snowshoes different from other brands?
Atlas was the first company to study women's gait patterns for dedicated snowshoe design. They developed the Spring Loaded Suspension Design and focus heavily on racing performance with titanium cleat systems.
What is Atlas's Spring Loaded Suspension Design?
The Spring Loaded Suspension Design is Atlas's patented system that improves snowshoe performance across varied terrain. This innovation represents their commitment to advancing snowshoe technology beyond traditional designs.
Does Atlas have a racing team?
Yes, Atlas sponsors a racing team of 38 athletes across the country. They also collaborate with organizations like Ben & Jerry's for moonlight tours and founded National Winter Trails Day with SIA.