Abstract: A snowboard binding straps and locking bar assembly is disclosed which can be used with a variety of snowboard baseplates. Two adjustable straps attach to one side of a baseplate. The opposite ends of the adjustable straps attach to a locking bar. A pivot connector is attached to a front side of the baseplate and a locking means attaches to a back side of the baseplate, behind the pivot connector. The locking bar has a curved front end to lockingly engage the pivot connector, and a tongue having a latching notch is attached to the back end of the locking bar. In operation, the locking bar is lockingly engaged with the pivot connector and the latching notch of the tongue is inserted into the locking means until the tongue is locked into place. A handle on the locking bar is lifted to release the assembly, providing a quick step-in and release snowboard binding which can be used to retrofit existing snowboard baseplates.