Flex:
Binding Flex Edge-to-Edge: 9/10
Binding Flex Side-to-Side: 7/10
Baseplate:
S10 Halo Duraflex XB: Two-Layer Baseplate construction allows two individual layers: the Core [1] and the Frame [2]. Each layer has the possibility of using a unique material and stiffness to achieve the desired ride feel of the binding.
Forged Carbon DCS Baseplate Core: The all-new Forged Carbon DCS Baseplate Core is stiff, responsive, and
ultra-lightweight. Through extensive rounds of R&D the Union Lab was able
to reduce the baseplate height by 10% getting you as close to the topsheet
as possible. This baseplate layer allows for the fastest possible transfer
of energy from the rider to the snowboard that Union has ever achieved.
Made possible by Union exclusive Forged Carbon.
XB Halo Baseplate Frame: The XB Halo Base Frame is lightest baseplate Union has ever created,
while still maintaining the mandatory strength-to-weight ratios needed to
pass Union’s strict durability tests. The frame also plays the critical role of
connecting the baseplate core, bottom bushing, heelcup, ankle and toe
straps together. Made with partially sustainable carbon injected Duraflex
XB Nylon.
Hi-Flex EVA Bushing: More durable and more cushioned than traditional thermoformed EVA.
Hi-Flex EVA bushings act as an additional layer of dampening and shock
absorption between you and your snowboard and never lose shape over
time. Your knees and feet will thank you. This all-new reduced volume
bushing design allows the rider to be as close to the topsheet as possible.
Highback:
S18 Source Forged Carbon Highback: The S18 Source Forged Carbon highback is 40% lighter than Union's standard
nylon highbacks and extremely responsive edge-to-edge. Made in Italy
using Union exclusive Forged Carbon.
Forged Carbon Heelcup: Lightweight, responsive, and made in Italy. Union’s Forged Carbon
heelcups are 45% lighter than our standard Extruded Aluminum heelcups
and still just as bombproof. Backed by Union’s lifetime warranty guarantee.
Straps:
Phantom Slim Ankle Strap: 25% lighter than Union's standard Exoframe 4.0 Ankle Strap and still just as comfortable. The new Phantom
Slim Ankle Strap features a smaller ratchet, smaller ladder, and a new streamlined lightweight ankle strap
design to help reduce weight and materials as much as possible. You won’t even notice that it’s there.
TS 6.0 Toe Strap: TS 6.0 toe straps keep you locked in for the ride down without letting you know they're there. A new,
shorter buckle base helps to reduce weight and pressure points. Easily adjust to any boot with the
quick turn of a lightweight titanium screw. This is the lightest toe strap on the market.
Buckles:
Ratchets: Magnesium S1 w/ Aluminum Base
Additional Features:
Direct Connect System: Union’s all-new Direct Connect System is just that — a direct connection
between you and your snowboard. By fully removing the disk from the
baseplate, Union has been able to drastically improve the reaction speed
between the rider and the snowboard, increase baseplate strength, and
simultaneously reduce the overall weight of the binding. Disks are a thing
of the past. This all-new mounting system only relies on two screws and
two washers to get the job done.
Grade 8.8 Steel + Titanium Hardware