Union Binding Co. has been pushing the standards of great snowboard bindings for over 10 years and winter 2015 is their best yet. This year brings new tech, new limited editions plus all their classics that you’ve come to know and love. Quality, style and progression is what we expect from these guys and this year they have certainly delivered. Here is a list of our favorite Union bindings for winter 2015.
Union Custom House Limited Edition Bindings
Asymbol Snowboard Bindings
Designed by Bryan Iguchi, the Union Asymbol Bindings were created to better connect the rider with both their board and the mountain. With a Native American theme inspired by the Grand Tetons and the animals that roam the land, the Asymbol bindings have a look all their own. Tech wise, these bindings have everything you need to ‘become one’ with your board. The Stage III Atlas Base offers better board feel than ever before, the Asym S1 high backs offer support, comfort and excellent response and the Extruded 3D aluminum heel cups keep you locked into your bindings with a seamless fit. Brand new for this year is the Ultragrip toe strap with a rubberized cover keeping your boots sitting perfectly behind the strap at all times. For a perfect all mountain binding that offers natural flex and board feel, the Union Asymbol is the binding for you.
Bad Ass Snowboard Bindings
The Union Bad Ass Bindings are a special collab brought to you by Sleepy Stevens and the crew at Capita to commemorate the release of this year’s Defenders Of Awesome 2. The perfect collectors item for the Capita junkie in your life, this set comes with a copy of DOA2, a pre-loaded 4Gig Capita USB drive and a pair of Bad Ass Bindings. If that isn’t reason enough to snatch up a pair of these bindings, maybe this will convince you: Super durable Stage IV Force base, Team high backs, brand new Sonic Fuse straps, brand new ultra grip toe straps and dual density EVA foam bushings. If your winter plans include Bad-Assery, then you need these bindings.
KassMaster Snowboard Bindings
Let your winter friends know what you spend your summers doing with help from the Union Danny Kass KassMaster Bindings. These tough bindings were built for all mountain assault. With the Stage IV Force base and bomb proof extruded heel cups, these bindings are nearly indestructible. Brand new Sonic Fuse Straps and Toe Cup design are just a few bonuses you will get in addition to all of the classic Union tech we know and love. That includes shift on the fly forward lean, magnesium buckles and a lifetime warranty on the baseplate. Round up the boys, we’re goin’ fishin’.
Crab Grab Snowboard Bindings
Preston Strout, owner of Crab Grab, teamed up with Union for one reason, to create the world grippiest binding. The Union Crab Grab Bindings have become just that. With a specially formulated synthetic coating, this binding grips onto your boots like no other binding and keeps you perfectly in place for a locked in, responsive ride. Other Union staple features include a Contact base, team high backs, Dual Density EVA foam injected bushings and magnesium buckles. The classic ride you expect from Union with boot grip like nothing you’ve ever experienced. Don’t miss out on your chance to try the limited Union Crab Grab!
Union Main Line Bindings
Contact Snowboard Bindings
A favorite of pro rider Scott Stevens, the Union Contact Bindings are the perfect binding for riders that enjoy softer flexing freestyle boards. With the new True Flex construction, the Contact has minimal binding to board attachment points allowing your board to flex more freely while also offering better overall board control. The Asym S2 highback placement creates better lateral support and control while the extruded aluminum 3D heelcups lock your boot in better than ever for a seamless fit. Park junkies or anyone looking for a forgiving, flexible binding, the Union Contact is the way to go.
Contact Pro Snowboard Bindings
Just a tad more awesome than it’s little brother, the Union Contact Pro Bindings offer some great upgrades that are totally worth the extra coin. First, it’s one of the lightest bindings that Union makes. Part of that comes from the technology in the baseplate. Using Duraflex material in the power zones of the base and EVA dampening everywhere else creates a comfortable, shock absorbing baseplate. Second, using only 5% board to binding contact points, the Contact Pro offers a natural feeling flex that is perfect for freestyle rippers that are looking for a soft flexing, comfortable binding. Other features include the Contact Pro high backs that are supportive and perfect for so many riding styles and conditions and the 3D Direct Connect strap system evenly distributes pressure across the top of your foot for superior support and comfort. Go pro this winter with help from the Union Contact Pro.
Force Snowboard Bindings
Ten years strong in the snowboard binding game, the Union Force Bindings are better than ever for winter 2015. The binding that started it all for Union keeps up it’s good name by offering durability, strength and response at a price that cannot be beat. For the riders who really put their equipment to the test each season, the Force is hands down the best option. The Mulitzone high backs offer a ton of strength and response while still being a comfortable binding, magnesium buckles on the straps weigh less than other frequently used materials and won’t break down in even the coldest temps and the Dupont Zytel ST baseplate is stiff and durable and built to handle any terrain you can get yourself on. For an indestructible binding that will last you for many seasons to come, the Union Force is hands down the best choice.
Factory Snowboard Bindings
If you are looking for a high performance binding for all mountain shred, the Union Factory Bindings might just be the perfect choice for you. With a laundry list of tech, the Factory offers everything you need to get the job done no matter the conditions or terrain. The Stage 3 Atlas Duraflex Base is a raw injected pigment free base that provides increased stiffness and durability. The canted footbed is perfect for riders with a wider stance while the 3D molded heelcups never change their shape no matter how many seasons you put on these bindings. Another major feature is the Team High Back which was once only available on the team model bindings, not in their public line. This symmetric high back is supportive, responsive and super lightweight. Finally, the Sonic Fuse ankle straps don’t use stitches like most bindings which helps the overall life of the ankle straps. For a high performance binding that can handle every mission you take this winter, we recommend the Union Factory.
T. Rice Snowboard Bindings
The Union T Rice Bindings are Travis Rice’s binding of choice. Built to match the insane riding style of Travis himself, the T. Rice binding is just as incredible as you imagine it would be. With all the high end features you’ve come to know and love from Union, this binding might not have you riding like T Rice on day one, but it’s certainly a good place to start. The T Rice comes with the Stage 3 Atlas Duraflex Base Plate, canted footbed, 3D heelcups that don’t change over time and the Asym S1 high back that offers a completely seamless boot fit. Some upgrades include the brand new Ultragrip toe strap that holds your boot in place better than ever and full wrap art on the high back and baseplate.
Milan Snowboard Bindings
Ladies, regardless of where you spend your time on the mountain, the Union Milan Bindings are down to ride. A true women’s binding, the Milan is built for smaller feet and lighter weight riders that know how to rip the entire mountain. Packed with tech, the Milan offers a True Flex bushing system that allows natural canting and shock absorption, an Asym S2 high back with updated later support, tool free adjustments for tweaking your straps on the go and a 3D Direct Connect strap system that evenly distributes pressure so you are comfortable and locked in at all times. No need to travel overseas for luxury, the Union Milan is here and ready to shred.
Trilogy Snowboard Bindings
Lightweight, high end performance just for the girls can be found in the one and only Union Trilogy Bindings. The lightest weight female binding on the market and part of Jess Kimura’s go to setup, the Union Trilogy offers performance, comfort and durability. Other features include tool free adjustment for strap fixes on the go, extruded 3D aluminum heel cups that maximize heel hold while being super lightweight and magnesium buckles that are not affected by dropping temps. For the lady shredder that wants the best, the Union Trilogy is only way to go.