Flex:
Flex Rating: 7 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) - A balanced stiffness that can provide smooth and responsive stability. Keeps up with you in any terrain without feeling too rigid.
Baseplate:
S12 Halo Duraflex Blue with Duraflex Blue Core: Union's two Layer baseplate construction allows two individual layers: the core and the frame, providing freestyle flex and powerful control without being too rigid. Formulated to maintain consistent flex across a wide range of cold temperatures, Duraflex is exclusive to Union for snow hardgoods.
Molecular Bushing with TPE Outsole: Ease up on hard landings with this suspension-inspired design and extra cushioning. This outsole is designed to absorb more impact and reduce vibrations. Ice and snow resistant with zero bushing glue required.
Non Stick HP EVA Footbed: Union's non-stick hot press EVA creates a closed cell finish that is 100% waterproof. No more snow and ice build up, keeping you riding in all conditions. Standard hot-press EVA cushioning for reliable shock absorption and underfoot comfort,
engineered to maintain shape over time.
Canted Footbeds: With 3 degrees of canting, align your legs and knees to increase your comfort while riding. Stay riding all day and decrease fatigue.
Mini Disk: Designed for optimal board feel and natural, effortless flex. Compatible with 2x4 and Channel mounting systems.
Highback:
S20 Asym Forged Hybrid 3.0: Duraflex Nylon and Forged Carbon combine to create a flex profile that compliments Travis Rice's aggressive riding style. Adapts well to terrain and can handle more control at speeds.
Micro FLAD
Straps:
Ankle Strap: Hybrid 3.0 with HP Core: Lightweight and responsive, the Hybrid 3.0 ankle
strap features a hot-press EVA core for cushioning
and comfort. Its all-new hinge connector makes
getting in and out of the binding effortless.
Toe Strap: TS 6.0 Dual-Layer Ultra Grip: Separating the exterior toe strap frame and interior rubber grip allows the rubber grip to form fit perfectly to any boot shape on the market today, while a new more integrated toe connector gives the the binding a more finished overall look.
Pins and Quick Lock Strap Adjustment: Simply pop the pins to adjust. No tools needed.
Buckles:
Magnesium S1 with Steel Base: Union's lightweight and adjustable ratchets. Increased lifespan and improved spring return.
Additional Features:
Extruded 3D Aluminum Heelcup: Designed for optimum heel hold and minimization of drag, Union 3D Extruded Aluminum heelcups are designed with durability in mind and backed by a lifetime warranty. 100% pure aluminum that maintains its true shape under heavy wear and tear, providing durable, lightweight performance.
Grade 8.8 Steel Hardware: The strongest steel available on the market, Union's use of Grade 8.8 represents a commitment to delivering the strongest and most reliable bindings on the market today.
All-New Hinge Ankle Strap Connector: Union's innovative design that improves strap connection for a more secure fit and creates more ease when strapping in and out of your bindings.
Sustainable Materials
Italian-Made Forged Carbon: Exclusive to Union, Forged Carbon exceeds the strength of injected plastic tenfold and is the only carbon material that can be truly 3D-formed, enabling ultra-lightweight, high-performance components.
Duraflex Blue: Made with 90% sustainable raw materials and audited by ISCC and TÜV NORD, Duraflex Blue is Union’s first partially sustainable nylon created from a mass-balance feedstock.