UNION · STR
STR
- Colour
- Black · Khaki
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23/24 · 22/23 · 21/22 · 20/21 · 19/20 · 18/19 · 17/18 season review
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A dependably well-made binding for the price bracket, but the reviewer's conclusion is that if you can spend more, buy the Contact Pro or the Force. The ankle strap in particular is good — a match for the Union Force and better than the Contact Pro's — which is why it holds up on rough snow and bumpy terrain at this price.
The response, though, came out worse than the cheaper Flite Pro.
A closer look
These descriptions and scores are linked to this review. They may differ from manufacturer specifications.
Fits my board
Fits most boards
Boot hold
Firm hold
Buttering
Medium
Weight
Normal
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
Slightly soft
Response
Does it turn as soon as you lean
Impact absorption
Landings and rough snow
Comfort
Strap adjustment
Stance adjustment
How much you can change angle and width
Ratchets
The teeth that tighten the strap
Rider levels suggested in the review
New · Intermediate · Advanced
Suits beginner to expert riders
What the review liked
- ✓The ankle strap is Union Force class — outstanding support for the price
- ✓Strong on rough snow and bumpy terrain
- ✓The ratchets work perfectly straight out of the box
- ✓Impact absorption is clearly better than the Flite Pro's
What the review found lacking
- —Response is worse than the cheaper Flite Pro
- —Flex underfoot falls well short of the Contact Pro
- —Impact absorption isn't at the Force or Contact Pro level
