ARBOR · Spruce Binding
Spruce Binding
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- Khaki · Grey
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23/24 · 22/23 · 21/22 season review
This review does not directly cover the 25/26 model you are viewing. Specifications and ride feel may vary by season.
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
Hard
Weight
Normal
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
Slightly stiff
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
23/24 · 22/23 · 21/22 season review
This review does not directly cover the 25/26 model you are viewing. Specifications and ride feel may vary by season.
It doesn't have the construction or board feel of the brand's higher models (Cypress, Hemlock), but it costs a lot less. The baseplate contacts the board over a wide area, so underfoot feels solid and doesn't flex much.
The highback is on the stiff side and doesn't twist much. Without heel loop adjustment the range is narrower than the higher models, but gas pedal adjustment fills that gap.
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
Hard
Weight
Normal
How stiff is it?Closer to 10 means stiffer. It does not mean better performance.
Slightly stiff
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
- ✓Reasonably priced
- ✓The straps are nearly as good as those on the higher models
- ✓It has gas pedal adjustment
- ✓The full-size disc slides over a wide range, making it easy to set the stance you want
- ✓The ratchets work well for the price bracket
What the review found lacking
- —Underfoot doesn't flex much, so board feel falls short of the higher models
- —The baseplate contacts the board over a wide area, reducing vibration damping
- —No heel loop adjustment
