Union VS Bent Metal Snowboard Binding Comparison
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- Опубликовано: 12 окт 2019
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In this video I'm snowboarding in the Cardrona terrain park and comparing the Union Strata bindings versus the Bent Metal Transfer snowboard bindings. The are two pairs of park snowboard binding with some similarities and some big differences. I'll share with you what I notice about each and what kind of snowboarder each is good for. For more snowboard gear videos check out the playlist at the end. Leave any questions about the Union Statas and Bent Metal Transfer in the comments. Thanks for watching! 
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I can't wait to go snowboarding :(
ikr? Ever since last winter it's all I've wanted to do
- ON, Canada
@@SegmentW Me too, but I will go snowboarding in two days :)
i had to go to a indoor place bc on the east it’s been so warm it was 70 last weekend
Hey Kevin! I just had a question on the sizing for the Bent Metal Transfer bindings. I’m riding the 32 Lashed double boa men’s size 11 boot. The binding size chart says that the medium bindings fit sizes 8-11, while the large bindings fit sizes 11-14. There are no shops in my area that carry these bindings so I’m planning on ordering them online. Thank you in advance for the help, and please continue to make great videos!!!
Wait, you actually wear ankle straps like that??
Love the content Chris! I'm stoked to ride this year and try 180's, butter tricks and maybe even a little bit of air.
Gotta pick me up one the SnowboardProCamp beanies.
Thanks for the support! My name is Kevin, haha.
Hi Kevin, nice review! What do you think about Bent metal plate lock? It looks a bit flimzy to me. Please, share your impression.
I love my new NOW Drive bindings.
Kev I've been watching for like 5 years or so the time that skullcandy sponsored vids. Best boarding channel ever man keep up with the vidss
Bent metals also have an interchangeable base plate which will you to adjust how stiff the binding is without having to buy an entire new set of bindings which is awesome! That feature is only available in the men’s binding though :(
Can you make Union vs Fix happen? That’s what I need to see
Great video, what angles did you use with the unions ?
15 and - 15, high backs are set about mid way
Bent metal’s highback adjustment is pretty clutch and easy. Good comparison vid Kev.
Never first never last you guys deliver great content
Yaaaa
Thank you!
bent metal found a winner there with that square box to adjust highback, cant get easier than that
What does adjusting ur highback do?
@@coditup8903 how far you lean to activate the heel edge
It's good but realistically how often do you adjust them?!
@@gshab true say. not sure if its because it's a pain at the moment or there is not much need to do so lol
@@inmotion_snow if there was ever a need for simpler highback adjustment, someone would have fixed them a long time ago..
You should check out and review the new clew snowboard bindings. They are like the Burton Step ons but suitable for every boot
Still waiting for some snow to test my new stratas. But Park Opening at Stubai canceled do the lack of snow.
I was going to order some of those strata straps to replace the ones that came with my Force's, but if they're not that comfy maybe I'll look for something else.
BCDC Union Falcor straps are improved and super comfy!
Yes
Yeessss
Interesting
I found the bent metal solution bindings stiff and responsive. I enjoy them better than my Burton Cartels
Do you think the Union Force and the Bent Metal are similar ?
Interesting question 👍
Unions have a gigantic footbed though. I would get burning drag with the unions (large)
I'll stick to Union force, had them for years, only thing that changed is the hinge bolts, which a place in France adapted to standard one so they don't fall out halfway down a mountain.
Just wondering about the weight difference which one is lighter?
bent metal easy
Nice
Noice
Will you ever come snowboarding in Italy?
Sup I have those bent metals and what does the cube thing do
Kai Browne it changes the angle of the highback
you should come out to whitpass in washington and shred.
I weigh 125 and I’m 5,8 will a 145cm snowboard be fine or no?
That size should be fine!
I'd love to see a review of the 2020 arbor Cypress LTD bindings
yeah, what is that about? i just noticed those but evo is the only site i see that has them and they clearly look different then the 2020 cypress but why is there nothing online about them??
@@seanwelden4284 yea I asked evo what the difference is and they said LTD has 1.5 deg canted foot bed. But on other websites, they say the non LTD has 1.5 def also. So there's some mis leading info out there. I want to contact arbor to confirm. I like the LTD look better
You're comparing some very stiff Unions (Startas) vs a Soft Binding. Very Unfair Comparison.
I noticed that and couldn't agree more. Should have done it against Bent's Cor-Pro for a accurate comparison.
Did anyone have issues with unions bindings ankle strap where the main screw would come loose over time? Have they fixed it on their newest binding?
They fixed it in the 2019 bindings line I believe, I've never had a problem with my unions
@@adamharms5976 thanks for this dude - glad to hear it! Only thing is i don't want to pay for some new bindings man as they are in great condition apart from that annoyance of having to check and tighten them haha its really funny as 3 of us who go away all have bindings and we all have the same problem is hilarious!
Hey Kevin.
Was cool to meet you at the start of September in Cardrona.
My mate took a few photos of our chat. I’d like to send them but I don’t do the social media thing. Do you have an email address?
Loving the channel. Keep it up.
+SnowboardProCamp have you tried SP Fastec bindings and your opinion. Your opinion is much appreciated. Cheers!
You should try Rome Katana
Would love to see comparison between Union Force and Union Strada that will take a little bit deeper than this video.
It was the same board and rider.
Sorry I just realised
the transfers are marketed at being a 6? damn, not sure what to buy now lol
Is it just me or does union always give you too short of hardware. I've never been able to get the bolt and the washer in on the disk plate.
Steezy_C try stewing the first one in without a washer and the others should work, then do the first one again with the washer
@@adamharms5976 I'll give it a go thanks for the tip
Both are good. But I stick to my flux.
do you know anyone selling metal snowboard?
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I always hear horror stories about Bent Metal bindings breaking and people getting the worst warranty assistance imaginable. It seems like you switched back to Unions this year, did you have a bad experience too?
don't scare me I just ordered them I was riding on contact pros this year
Bought the Bent metal transfer 2019 and the toe strapped snapped but actually got a spare toe strap by Mervin after requesting this past winter.
The Union Strata 2020 has an updated way more comfortable shape. Just keep that in Mind if you wanna buy the Strata ;)
Are you sure? They look the same.
@@SnowboardProCamp Yes i am 100% sure. Last weekend I was in the Store and bought the Union Force. But I also checked out the Strata and found out, the 2020 heel straps of the Strata are curved and softer. By just touching them, I felt the way more comfortable design. Also the owner of the Shop who rides the Strata told me the same...
@@jonnypump9550 yeah but you bought Union force because anyone with sense does.
Very similar, but updated strap on the 2020 strata. Also the 2019 strata strap is now on the contact pro I think.
@@eLJaybud Thx Bro :) But why do you think buying the Strata is an bad idea ?
where do you have snow :'(
Haha, Cardrona, New Zealand
Why is there skate rails on your board?
Stomp pads my boy
It acts like a stomp pad
Oh cool, I've never seen that before
That Video was fire
True
Where is pretzels??? You re riding so many and don’t even make anything in jib
They're coming
Everyone do yourself a favour and avoid union. Heel part comes loose on multiple models I have tried. Constantly having to tighten never stays secured. Poor design
Jesse Klueckmann the heel strap? They’ve fixed the technology within them so I’ve never had my strata’s come loose
@@adamharms5976 I have last year's force and tried last year's contact pro. Same issue in both. Worse on contact pro. Instep strap comes loose on inside and outside after a few hours. Because this is connected to the heel plate structure it then loosens as well and this also starts slipping out. Nightmare. Have to tighten everyday and can't trust it
Jesse Klueckmann interesting since Union fixed the issue with a redesign of the locking washer. I rode my Unions 50+ hard days and the heel strap never ever loosened up...even a hair (where previous years you needed to tighten it daily). It was Locked in the entire season. I also own a shop and of the 400+ pairs of Unions sold last year....zero came back with lose or lost Heel straps.
@@evilllempire maybe mine is 2 years old then. Bought both in whistler january 2018. Were both current models at the time I think. Anyway scarred me for life haha