Union Ankle Sawblade Black

The Union Ankle Sawblade Black is a replacement toothed ladder for the ankle strap on a compatible Union binding. The set supplies two ankle sawblades, making it useful when a ladder has split, lost teeth or gone missing. This is a targeted repair for the part that feeds into the ankle ratchet. It allows the original strap and buckle to stay in use when those components are still in good condition.

The toothed section gives the ratchet a series of positions to pull against as the strap tightens over the boot. Clear, intact teeth are important for consistent engagement. If the strap slips, examine the part that enters the buckle rather than assuming the buckle alone is responsible. Rounded teeth or a damaged ladder base can affect how the assembly holds even when the ratchet lever appears to move normally.

This kit contains ankle ladders only, rather than complete straps, ratchets or a connector package for the toe. That distinction helps you choose the actual repair needed. Compare the attachment shape and tooth pattern with the existing ladder before fitting. A toe ladder may look similar at a glance, but its position and connection are different. Keep the two new ladders together until you are ready to assign one to each binding.

Union lists its strap bindings from 2016 onward for this replacement family and advises checking the actual binding for compatibility. Identify the fitted strap and ratchet if the binding has previously been rebuilt. One Size refers to the spare part rather than a boot size. The ladder still has to match the existing ankle strap interface. Bring the old piece or clear photos when asking us to check a replacement, including a view of the end that attaches to the binding.

For installation, follow the binding's instructions and retain the correct orientation of the ladder. Seat the boot fully, then check feeding, tightening and release through the ankle ratchet. The strap should sit centrally with usable adjustment remaining, rather than reaching the last available teeth immediately. Test both feet before riding. Brush away snow or grit that collects along the teeth and let the binding dry afterwards. During routine inspection, flex the strap through its normal movement and look at the ladder's mounting end. If the buckle or attachment is also worn, include those components in the repair. Browse our Union range for matching ratchets, straps and hardware.

• Model: Union Ankle Sawblade Black; article 17071400-BLK-000.
• Contents: two replacement ankle sawblades.
• Function: toothed ladders engaging the ankle strap ratchet.
• Fit: compatible Union strap bindings from 2016 onward.
• Selection: compare attachment shape and tooth pattern; mesh bag included.