JONES · Orion
Orion
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23/24 season review
This review does not directly cover the 26/27 model you are viewing. Specifications and ride feel may vary by season.
A binding that handles both high-speed carving and relaxed low-speed turns well. Board feel isn't top-tier, but reviewers rated the turning and carving feel highly.
It's especially suited to anyone who wants to maximise impact absorption — if chatter tires you out quickly, if you jump and land all day, or if you tolerate vibration less well as you get older. Pairs with boards 4–7/10 flex.
A closer look
These descriptions and scores are linked to this review. They may differ from manufacturer specifications.
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
Board feel
How much of the board's flex you feel
At slow speed
Carving
Turning hard on edge
Impact absorption
Landings and rough snow
Comfort
Ankle support
Strap adjustment
On and off
Rider levels suggested in the review
Intermediate · Advanced
Suits intermediate to expert riders
What the review liked
- ✓Handles both high-speed carving and low-speed turns well
- ✓Excellent impact absorption — particularly suited to reducing vibration fatigue
- ✓Good sense of control through turns
What the review found lacking
- —Board feel isn't top-tier
- —Beginners are better off with something softer
25/26 · 24/25 · 23/24 · 22/23 season review
This review does not directly cover the 26/27 model you are viewing. Specifications and ride feel may vary by season.
An unusual highback that's stiff at the bottom and soft at the top (the two are colour-coded). It can't rotate, but the top twists easily, which compensates.
The stiffness at the bottom supports the response, and overall it's a medium flex. Impact absorption is excellent.
The sway bar does create a pressure point when paired with soft-soled boots, though.
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.
Average
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
Intermediate · Advanced
Suits intermediate to expert riders
What the review liked
- ✓The highback's differing top and bottom stiffness makes twisting easy while keeping the response
- ✓Excellent impact absorption
- ✓On the light side (around 900 g each)
What the review found lacking
- —The sway bar creates a pressure point when paired with soft-soled boots
- —The highback doesn't rotate
