BENTMETAL · Lightning Supermatic
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BENTMETAL
Lightning Supermatic
25/26 season
System binding
Expert reviews 1
25/26 season review
https://snowboardingprofiles.com/bent-metal-lightning-supermatic-bindings-reviewA fairly stiff, responsive binding for riders who want the convenience of rear entry (Supermatic) but want it to feel like a regular two-strap once they're riding. It delivers enough response for carving and speed, with better support than a freestyle binding. It does take more work at low speed, though, and dialling in the step-in tension involves some trial and error.
StiffnessHigher means stiffer
7/10
Board feel
How much of the board's flex you feel
3.5
At slow speed
3.5
Carving
Turning hard on edge
4
Impact absorption
Landings and rough snow
4
Comfort
4
Ankle support
4
Strap adjustment
3.5
On and off
4.5
Who it suits
NewIntermediateAdvanced
Suits intermediate to expert riders
Good
- ✓Combines quick-entry convenience with a two-strap riding feel
- ✓Enough response and support for carving and speed
- ✓Solid board feel
Not so good
- —Dialling in the step-in tension takes trial and error
- —More work than other bindings at low speed
- —Impact absorption is dependable but not outstanding
- —Suits intermediate and above riders willing to spend time on setup
