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Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012

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Union Force Snowboard Bindings – Men’s: Union’s classic go-to binding for 7 years now, the Union Force Snowboard Binding is one of the most popular bindings on the market. The not-too-stiff, not-too-soft Force is the perfect binding for all-mountain freestyle shredding. With the NEW Toe Cup design and 3D Multi-Layer Tapered straps, the Union Force is back with more comfort features at a solid price that won’t break the bank.
Baseplates
Stage II Base Dupont™ Zytel® ST
Straps
NEW Direct-Connect Strap System
NEW Toe Cup Design
3D Multi-Layer Strap Core
PU Leather Straps
Quick-Adjust Forward Lean
Highbacks
Multizone Dupont™ Zytel® ST Highbacks
Additional Features
Extruded Anodized Aluminum Heelcups: the anodizing process adds 30% strength and are completely indestructible.
Magnesium Buckles
Tool-Free Size Adjustment
Grade 8.8 Hardware
Injected EVA Bushings
Universal Disks

Specs

  • Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced
  • Binding Style: Strap
  • Warranty: lifetime on base

Union products can only be shipped within the U.S.

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Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012
 
3.6

(based on 17 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

69%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (14)
  • Lightweight (14)
  • Great construction (13)
  • Adjustable (10)
  • Easy entry & release (9)

Cons

  • Difficult entry & release (5)
  • Poor quality (4)
  • Lacks adjustability (3)

Best Uses

  • All mountain (12)
  • Park (7)
  • Tricks (7)
  • Freeriding (6)
  • Powder (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Advanced (9), Expert (5)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (16)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Neon green Force's

These are the first pair of Union's I have had. They look awesome, are for the most part a great blend of comfort/flexibility/strength. I have the neon green which also just looks...Read complete review

These are the first pair of Union's I have had. They look awesome, are for the most part a great blend of comfort/flexibility/strength. I have the neon green which also just looks sick. My only complaint, and this might be an adjust I need to make since it only happens on one binding is. That the toe strap gets snow stuck in the slot easily, which sounds lame, but when that happens the strap will not go forawrd all the way. You need a knife to clear the snow out and who carries a knife to snowboard!?! When that problem does not surface the straps/buckes are super secure and I don't have to stop and tighten them during a run. Over all great bindings.

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Maybe

At first glance these bindings appeared as if they had some potential especially upon checking the price tag. I have riding them for about three days and have found many flaws. For starters the ...Read complete review

At first glance these bindings appeared as if they had some potential especially upon checking the price tag. I have riding them for about three days and have found many flaws. For starters the sizing chart is entirely wrong. Union recommends a size L/XL for a boot 9.5 to 14 when in reality my size 10.5 doesn't come close to fitting comfortably in the binding. I have actually adjusted al parts of the bindings to make it as small as possible, and still my heels will come up when leaning into turns. This happens so badly that the grip on the high back has peeled off. The bolts that hold your straps to the heel cup come loose easily an require constant tightening, and as someone else said in their review the toe straps are super awkward. Once you finally find that position where there is the most boot to strap contact you will have to deal with unneeded pressure on the outside of your toes. Last but not least the toe straps also have proven to be difficult to release every once and a while. This is to big of a con but can definitely get annoying.

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9/26/2011

(2 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

The Best Bindings for your money

By Clif

from Whistler BC

About Me Expert

Pros

  • Adjustable
  • Comfortable
  • Easy Entry & Release
  • Good Interface
  • Great Construction
  • Installs Easily
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • All Mountain
    • Freeriding
    • Half Pipe
    • Park
    • Powder
    • Speed
    • Tricks

    Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

    I love these bindings. I have had Forces for a couple years now, and I got to demo the 2012 version this past season. They are still my favorite bindings on the market.
    They're clean, simple, strong, light, and have good response. Not to mention the styling of these bindings is right no par. Other companies have tried to bite their look, but there is only one original.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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    1/26/2012

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    This is the lucky Review that wins $1000

    By Tall Paul

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Professional

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Adjustable
    • Comfortable
    • Great Construction

    Cons

    • Difficult Entry & Release
    • Screws don't stay in
    • Toe strap gets stuck

    Best Uses

    • All Mountain
    • Freeriding

    Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

    The toe strap continually gets stuck, which is frustrating. I've taken my gloves off to get at better grip and have sliced, like a monster papercut, my finger twice on the strap while forcing the toe strap to release. Also, the screws keep coming loose so the bindings move around on the board. This is disappointing because I heard Union is a great company but I am not impressed.

    Service and delivery comments:

    Evo is an awesome company. They were super nice and helpful and my package came really fast!!!

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    10/16/2011

    (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Solid

    By Jackson

    from Denver, Colorado

    About Me Expert

    Pros

    • Adjustable
    • Comfortable
    • Easy Entry & Release
    • Good Interface
    • Great Construction
    • Installs Easily
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • All Mountain
      • Downhill
      • Freeriding
      • Speed

      Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

      Got a pair of these in 2008, and still shred the hell out of them. Just ordered the 2012's to go on this year's NS 158 Heritage. Only problem I had with the 08's was the buckle sometimes would not release, sometimes it was a pain, but took a minute or so to fix. Never left me hanging, and was always able to reset the ratchet. Shiznit bindings.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      2/14/2012

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      force to be reckon with

      By TJ

      from Chelmsford, MA

      About Me Advanced

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Comfortable
      • Comfy
      • Easy Entry & Release
      • Great Construction
      • Light
      • Lightweight
      • Sturdy

      Cons

      • No cons

      Best Uses

      • Park
      • Speed
      • Tricks

      Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

      I love everything about this binding. I've never had so much control on a snowboard and feel like they bring my level of riding to a new high. They are light, sturdy and make snowboarding a frigging blast!

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      2/2/2012

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Price/quality = best choice

      By leks4

      from Russia

      About Me Advanced

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy Entry & Release
      • Great Construction
      • Lightweight

      Cons

      • Difficult Entry & Release

      Best Uses

      • All Mountain
      • Powder
      • Speed

      Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

      Excellent binding. Very comfortable and easy to use. But lower strap is hard to use.
      Highly recommended to buy.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      1/30/2012

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great bindings!

      By Gohammers

      from Winston-Salem, NC

      About Me Advanced

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy Entry & Release
      • Good Interface
      • Great Construction
      • Installs Easily

      Cons

      • Lacks Adjustability
      • Odd toe cap adjustments

      Best Uses

      • All Mountain
      • Park
      • Tricks

      Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

      I do a lot of jibbing, because I'm a skateboarder mainly. Also, not much powder here, on the east coast. These seem to flex well, and fit comfortably. The ony problem I had was getting the toe cap to work with my boot easily. It seemed to slide up a bit. I'm sure after some more adjustments they'll do fine. Other than that they're a great product and work very well.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      1/30/2012

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Best in price range

      By Kevin

      from Salt Lake City, UT

      About Me Advanced

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Adjustable
      • Comfortable
      • Easy Entry & Release
      • Good Interface
      • Great Construction
      • Installs Easily
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • All Mountain
        • Freeriding
        • Park
        • Tricks

        Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

        This was my first set of unions and I am not disappointed. Good amount of stick while having just the right amount of flex. Takes a while to get the adjustment right but once you do they're super comfy. Dollar for dollar these are some of the best bindings you can get for the money.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        1/27/2012

        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Neon green Force's

        By ratherBriding

        from Redwood City

        About Me Advanced

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Adjustable
        • Color options
        • Comfortable
        • Easy Entry & Release
        • Good Interface
        • Great Construction
        • Installs Easily
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Freeriding
          • Park
          • Powder
          • Tricks

          Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

          These are the first pair of Union's I have had. They look awesome, are for the most part a great blend of comfort/flexibility/strength. I have the neon green which also just looks sick. My only complaint, and this might be an adjust I need to make since it only happens on one binding is. That the toe strap gets snow stuck in the slot easily, which sounds lame, but when that happens the strap will not go forawrd all the way. You need a knife to clear the snow out and who carries a knife to snowboard!?! When that problem does not surface the straps/buckes are super secure and I don't have to stop and tighten them during a run. Over all great bindings.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          1/26/2012
           
          4.0

          Great all-around bindings!

          By wu-tang

          from las vegas, nv

          About Me Advanced

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Adjustable
          • Comfortable
          • Great Construction
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • All Mountain
            • Park
            • Tricks

            Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

            I use these bindings with my Bataleon Evil Twin 157. This setup is mainly for park riding and cruising my local mountain. Overall, great lightweight binding, easy to install and customize fitting to your boot and fairly easy entry/release. My one vice about these binding is how the toe strap fits over the boot...hard to align evenly with a snug fit.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            1/24/2012

            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Perfect

            By A-$

            from Ohio

            About Me Expert

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Absorb a lot of impact
            • Comfy
            • Easy to strap
            • Have that playful feel
            • Light
            • Look good
            • Soft when you want it
            • Stable when you need it

            Cons

            • On the back of the bindin
            • Snapped the lever

            Best Uses

            • Freestyle
            • Mountain
            • Rails
            • They do it all
            • Woods

            Comments about Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2012:

            Great binings. Only problem i noticed was after a day of hard riding, the twisting lever that allows the switch to be moved up and down on the back of the binding (adjust the angle of the highback) snapped off. This snapped after my second day of riding and i was extremely disappointed. Since i ride with my highback at a nearly 90 degree angle, it doesnt really affect me much besides the fact that i snapped somthing on brand new bindings

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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