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Lib Tech Skate Banana BTX Snowboard 2016 + Union Contact Snowboard Bindings 2016

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Snowboard

Lib Tech Skate Banana BTX Snowboard 2016

When you're dropping in on the Lib Tech Skate Banana BTX Snowboard, there is no time for selfies - just face shots and perfectly greased rails. The BTX rocker makes for a playful yet predictable ride on any terrain, but truly excels as a jibbing machine. The Skate Banana has UHMW sidewalls and Tip/Tail impact deflection for durability, and Magne-Traction edges ensure bite and confidence on icy days in between dumps. From newer riders to seasoned vets who like the feel of a fully rockered board, the Lib Tech Skate Banana BTX Snowboard will make your playful riding style shine.

Product Details

Rocker Type

BTXRevolutionary all terrain freestyle banana blend. Rocker between your feet with flat to mild camber to contact points. Mild tip pressure for unreal float and jibbing, solid pressure between your feet for easy turning and great ice edge hold.

Flex

Flex: 5 - 6 depending on size (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)A versatile, medium-stiff flex designed to be aggressive yet playful, and great for all-mountain riding.

Shape

True TwinA true twin snowboard shape is ideal for riders who want to ride switch or play in the park. The nose and tail are identical and the flex is evenly distributed throughout the entirety of the board. True twins are perfectly symmetrical.

Core

Aspen / Columbia Gold PowerThis milled wood core made from select species of lively wood from the south of the border. Ultra lightweight, strong, high-density fibers make for a smooth ride.

Laminates

Bi-ax0° and 90° Fiber foundation flexible pop magnifier.

Sidewalls

UHMW Sintered SidewallsUltra High Molecular Weight exterior sidewalls made from soy-based elastomer are laminated to five internal wood layers for totally bombproof sidewalls.

Birch Power Transfer Internal SidewallsThese sidewalls transfer energy to the edges more rapidly. Aiming to give you unmatched control, pop, precision, and response.

UHMW Tip / Tail Impact Deflection

Base

Co-Ex Base

Die-Cut BaseBase color displayed may not be available. Base colors may vary.

Edges

Magne-Traction®Strategically located serrations on your edges that create confidence-building, fatigue-reducing, edge hold all over the mountain especially on hard pack and ice.

Topsheet

Eco-Sublimation PBT TopsheetThis is a unique water-based graphic process that uses no toxic solvents or curtain coats in the manufacturing process. In exchange, you have a durable, classy looking top sheet that was made environmentally-friendly.

Graphics

Enviro GraphicsThere are no cancer-causing toxins in the graphic clear-coats. Instead, Mervin Manufacturing uses a water-based ink system to print all their snowboard graphics.

Art by Mike Parillo

Additional Features

environMENTAL ConstructionMervin has been building environmentally-friendly snowboards for 30 years in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Every step of the board building process is hand-built by real snowboards who care about their environment. Today, they still strive to reduce their footprint when creating these outstanding products. Mervin believes that a healthy environment is critical in continuing awesome shred for years to come.

Binding Compatibility

2 x 4 Insert Pattern

Specs

  • Terrain: Freestyle, All-Mountain More 
    Freestyle All-Mountain
  • Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced More 
    Intermediate-Advanced
  • Rocker Type: Camber/Rocker/Camber More 
    Camber/Rocker/Camber
  • Shape: True Twin
  • Flex Rating: Medium More 
    Medium
  • Binding Mount Pattern: 2x4
  • Core/Laminates: Wood
  • Edge Tech: Magne-Traction
  • Athletes: Ted Borland, Brandon Reis, Jason Robinson, Fredi Kalbermatten
  • Made in the USA: Yes
    Yes
  • Warranty: 1 Year
Size (cm) 145N 148N 149 151N 152 153W 154 156 156W 159 159W 162 162W
Effective Edge (mm) 1080 1110 1110 1140 1140 1140 1150 1170 1170 1200 1200 1230 1230
Tip Width (mm) 277 280 284 285 289 299 290 295 305 297 307 300 308
Waist Width (mm) 239 242 247 245 252 261 253 255 265 255 265 258 267
Tail Width (mm) 277 280 284 285 289 299 290 295 305 297 307 300 308
Sidecut Radius (m) 7.9 8.1 8.1 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.3 8.3 8.4 8.4 8.4 8.4
Stance Setback (in) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Stance Range (in) 18-23.5 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26 20.25-26
Rider Weight (lbs) 60​+ 60​+ 60​+ 65​+ 65​+ 75​+ 70​+ 75​+ 75​+ 80​+ 80​+ 95​+ 95​+
Width Narrow Narrow Regular Narrow Regular Wide Regular Regular Wide Regular Wide Mid-Wide Wide
Binding

Union Contact Snowboard Bindings 2016

Pro rider Scott Stevens helped create the Union Contact Snowboard Bindings - so obviously they're capable of getting gnarly. Their construction promotes a natural board flex without dead spots for mega-board control in a lightweight and soft freestyle-oriented design. Since it is on the softer side of the spectrum, the Contact is ideal for park and urban snowboarding. Utilizing the dampening of Multi Density EVA and an aluminum heel cup, you get insane comfort and heel hold for an epic response. Progress your rail game with the Union Contact Snowboard Bindings.

Product Details

Baseplate

Duraflex™ Stage V BaseplateAn all-new design for high performance freestyle-focused riding. Union only uses the highest-quality nylon materials for durability, safety and security.

Multi-Density Thermoformed EVALightweight foam cushioning provides premium shock-absorption while maintaining board feel and natural flex.

Highback

Asym S2 HighbackUnion adjusted their tried and true Multizone Highback Technology and tweaked it outward. The boosted lateral support adds control for pressing, buttering and spinning off jumps.

Straps

Stitched Ankle StrapComfortably conforming to your ankle, the flexible multi-layered strap core evenly distributes pressure for plush support.

Ultra Grip™ Toe StrapMultiple position options. Made of a thermoplastic anti-slip material to keep you locked in and on point.

Buckles

Aluminum BucklesUnion's Aluminum Buckles are the perfect combination of function and reliability. Strengthened with springs and a long lasting ratchet mechanism for easy, fast ratcheting power.

Additional Features

Extruded 3D HeelcupMade of extremely durable extruded aluminium, designed to minimize toe drag while optimizing heel hold.

Universal DisksCompatible with any traditional 4x4 mounting system and 3-hole board patterns. Channel Compatible Discs are available separately from Union to fit Burton snowboards with The Channel.

Canted Gas PedalsIdeal for riders using a wider stance, Canted Gas Pedals on the binding's footbed supply extra leverage for ollie power. Canting also allows the ankle and knee joints to be aligned, alleviating pain.

Tool-Free AdjustmentsNo screwdrivers needed - Flip the levers for a quick and easy on-hill adjustment.

Grade 8.8 HardwareThe most commonly used hardware is made from "mild steel" that has a property class of only 4.6. Considering how much stress a binding is under, Union uses only the strongest steel on ALL hardware.

Specs

  • Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced More 
    Intermediate-Advanced
  • Flex Rating: Soft More 
    Soft
  • Binding Style: Strap
  • Binding Mount Pattern: 2x4, 4x4, Burton 3D
  • Snowboard Awards: Snowboarder Magazine Best of Test
    Snowboarder Magazine Best of Test
  • Athletes: Scott Stevens
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime
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