The Union Strata Snowboard Binding Review
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Best product review I’ve seen! Just watched 4 other reviews on these bindings you had the best one and explained they are exactly what I’m looking for. instantly subscribed!
Been on a pair of these for 2 seasons now and they’re exactly how you described them. You just forget about em. they’ve never given me any problems and they do exactly what you want, when you want them to. In my book that’s a perfect binding. I don’t want to be always thinking about what I can adjust, I just want them to work with me
You are the best.. I just ordered them for the bsod that I ordered before I seen your review on that board.. going to pair them up and see how it goes.
Thanks for another great review. You mentioned you rode these with the new Yes Greats. Hopefully there's a review on that board coming soon 😉
I tried the stratas at a brand expo for couple laps and I totally agree with you. They are nice bindings, do what they should but not in a way that would amaze me. Usually, I ride the Union Atlas, which I prefer to the Stratas as they suit better fir more aggressive riding imo
Great review! your comment on the forward lean is so true! I actually had to get the highbacks replaced by union as the forward lean adjuster wasn't working properly. The ride of these bindings are cush, yet responsive!
Ya that highback lean adjuster is garbage. Mine were fucked fairly quick... Great binding aside
@@ataft85 I'm glad someone agrees with me! I switched to the falcor as I was frustrated with the highbacks on the strata!
I have this years force white with the same straps. They are so comfy
On my stratas one hi back had the screw forward lean and one has the circle adjustment. I like the binding, but definitely got a hodgepodge pair before the quality control fixes they did.
thx for the honest review man. I bought these last year to pair w my pow board (Ride Wildlife). I’m selling them. Unimpressed and they’re way overpriced in Unions line. I have Contact Pro’s on my park board and they’re much better bindings.
For anyone looking into these - a few important things to know. 1. the footbed is enormous. Too big. It will hang over both edges...even w a wide board. 2. The toe strap webbing is too narrow...doesn’t grip and hold well over the toes. 3. Toe straps connect to adjustable plastic grooves in base to move forwards or back...they don’t lock in well at all. Union thinks it’s clever. It’s really just over engineered. So your ladder straps will constantly be floating around when you unstrap. Overall, for $280 this binding is a miss by Union w/ some odd design decisions. Was bummed. Replaced w/ the Malavitas which are far superior in every aspect.
I have 4 of these and love them. Overpriced? An opinion, but not mine. 1. Foot beds are larger than average due to the perimeter rubber which really improves dampening, I ride med bindings, size 8 Addias Acerra 3st ADV boots, not a problem unless you ride large bindings with narrower boards and narrow stances 2. Toe strap hold is amazing, no problems here. The ankle strap is also superb, comfortable and locks you down 3. No problems with any of my four bindings. The bindings and Union clever? We agree. Over engineered? Disagree, well engineered and integrated, but the heel loop and ankle strap adjustment isn't class leading as Burton top models. Sold all my Malavitas and Cartels and replaced them with Stratas. Malavitas are damp to a fault, the highback webbing not durable and shreds, burton buckles aren't as smooth and the ratcheting not as positive feeling. Cartels are great but not nearly as damp, straps aren't as comfortable or lock you down and again the buckles don't compare. But my gripes about my beloved Stratas are: heel cup paint can chip and they're not as adjustable - ankle strap location, highback rotation, heel cup rotation and extension as Burton. Overall the best bindings I've ever ridden and my go to, super responsive yet surfy, playful, damp, and comfortable, plus they give me extra spring and pop, hard to explain, you must try it to believe it. To each their own. Ride hard, have fun, be nice and run over skiers, J/K, maybe...
Riding the Stratas on a 151 Slush Slasher for the ultra surfy feel! Diggin them.
Did a couple cartwheels backwards and my base plate ripped from the heel cup. Union replaced it though. Love the padding! Maybe a bit too flexible for me.
Sold a few of these, those straps are the bomb. And yeah that high back adjustment. I'm sure most beginners would just peel that sticker right off and never know what to do.
Nice explanation on the mini disc. Good review.
You make me laugh man. Keep up the great reviews!!
MORE UNION REVIEWS!
Union Strata ! Like them on the Mercury 155 ; Yes Greats 156 / and MTN twin jones 157 / same type of boards ! But not really on freestyle 100 % boards ! Most all mountains ! With some stifness ! Btw 6/7 . I did some test in all this boards !
Might be worth noting the mini disc isn’t compatible with boards with slam back inserts... great review btw!
I bought these bindings and love them. I am coming off of a pair of ride revolts so the strata is a huge difference. I matched them with this years DOA(158w) and Travis Rice pro boots. I'm an instructor on the east coast and spend most of my day doing all mountain things but cant wait to try this set up on some bigger jumps or back country jumps.
dave harrsch have you had any issues with the screws coming loose? About to purchase and have a Capita outer space
@@samhagen8924 yes but normally I tend not to over tighten and I always have a tool on me
dave harrsch thanks!
@@samhagen8924 keep them maintained and you will never have to worry.
I just bought the DOA 158w 2 days ago and bought these bindings today. Looking forward to it
Just FYI, you can buy the regular forward lead adjusters from C3 shop for $10 and they work with these hibacks.
Good to know.
The straps on this is sooooo good
Does this bindings use the same baseplate as the falcor?
I have owned my fair share of unions. The most popular binding in the northwest. Just remember to put loctite on the fastener and let it cure before you put it back in.
I own these in black and first must say the forward lean adjuster sucks, if your out in snow and try to adjust it binds up and doesn’t operate properly. However I have found it to be the best all round binding that I have owned since the Burton Genesis X it works on almost every board and riding style I think it’s a great binding with a crap adjuster.
Pls do the Union ultra
"don't judge me" lol
“Very interesting! ‘Forget it and go out’ was something i heard a lot around the house as a kid!!” - el stacker’s adventure. (RIP) (Rest in Peace) #elstackerquotes
So you and Union have come into terms? Interesting binding, I like my contact pros but might get stratas or ultras in the future!
Eh not so sure about that, more or less they realized they need to work with us.
Strata vs Atlas? Riding a 159 orca. I like carving, powder, trees and do very little park riding
Strata if you want to be more surfy and better in trees, Atlas is you want more power.
I just bought these in the hyperblue. Good binding overall, the forma strap is legit. I also ride the Forces and Cartels. I like a slightly stiffer/more responsive binding and think the forces and cartels are a bit more locked in and responsive.
Rob Gams that’s good to know. I have been trying to decide between the strata and the cartel for weeks! Ordered the cartel yesterday
Thanks Rob. I have the Force and was eyeing the Strata. May stay with the Force I think. Ta
Matt Hill i know how that goes. You watch reviews, do research, and go back forth, etc. lol. You’ll like the cartels if you’re looking for a cushioned footbed for impact, taller/stiffer high backs, faster response and power, etc. the ankle strap is super comfy too. Hard to go wrong with them.
MrRoskoPeko i love the Forces too. Strata’s are a little surfier, have more cushioning and overall more comfortable, but the stiffness and response is a tad better on the forces in my opinion. either way i think you’ll dig either.
The high back tilt rant was hilarious! Too true. I'm wondering what binding you would recommend for a rad Dad who just bought a Rossi Jibsaw for mostly carving? Any suggestions would be great !
Should have gotten a Jibsaw HD if you're mostly carving. I think the Rome Katana is a solid choice.
@@AngrySnowboarder Hi. Thanks greatly for your input. The Rossi is still in the plastic and can be returned. They don't have the HD. Any boards you would recommend? You rock!
I would go something a bit more directional in all honesty. Maybe something from United Shapes from their Explorer series or something like the Rome Blur, Ride Berzerker. I think we did a Top 5 breaking down some carving boards, maybe check that out.
@@AngrySnowboarder Thanks for your advice and the great videos-- I'll definitely check them out. Happy New Year's!
Wow awesome review. Im riding a Stranda Descender (directional freeride snowboard) and now I'm not sure about getting Union Strata or Force. What do you think ?
Depends on how stiff you want it.
The base plate is bigger than other bindings so a little overhang(5mm) the board(not the bottom of the base plate, but the top of the footbed), is that okay for normal carving and riding(not extreme carving)?
Yes.
Strata vs falcor opinion? Used for big mountain, backcountry and hitting jumps.
Falcor probably.
Hi Angry, im considering between the force, contact pro or strata - the thing is I like to charge and jib and butter as well. Boot size is 10.5 - Should I go with M or L for union bindings (my board is Assassin 156)? Which of the above would you recommend? Is the strata worth the extra buck? thanks
For what you're describing it sounds like the Strata would be the most balanced. Get the Medium.
Looking for a binding that matches the burton cartel but has an adjustable heel loop (cant center my bindings from heel to toe with the damn cartels) I think the cartel is one of the best bindings out, but burton restrictions are making me go a different route, Ive been told this would be a good fit, if not this any recommendations? thanks
Eh maybe, I don't feel this matches to the Cartel. I'd look at the Arbor line of bindings, Nitro Team, Rome Katana.
I kind of disagree with the forward lean adjustment. I would love to be able to adjust anything on my binding on the fly, quickly. That's just me. But I'm lazy, I'm definitely buying step ons for next season.
Dan Hollingsworth Once you have adjusted it to line up with your boot, you'd never need to adjust it again till you got a different boot or if someone else rides your board. UPDATE: sorry didn't notice the comment was a year old. My bad.
@@immortalkhan610 sometimes it's nice to crank up or chill out your lean angles depending on the conditions. But regardless, this shit-adjuster isn't necessary for that.
First time I seen that lean adjuster I thought this is complete waste of time. And I can't remember how to use it with out the sticker cause I'm burnt..
I have a question. Do the union atlas bindings toe strap go on the toe or in the top of my foot?
Yes.
6’2, 195, with the 155W Salomon HK mainly for park, I’m sure plenty of groomed and some pow. These bindings or something like the Union Force or Union Contact Pro? Thanks man
Sure.
Just bought my first board. And... its a woody skate banana.. but it came with this bindings. After 7 hours on the mountain i could do reds no problem. So do this bindings make the banana better :)?
Keep these bindings, throw away the snowboard.
hello I've got the ride jackson boots size US10 - EU43,5. which size of union strata shall I take?
Medium.
What bindings would you suggest for the yes jackpot? looking for something very versatile.
Rome Vice, Ride Rodeo, Burton Cartel or Malavita, K2 Formula, these, Now IPO.
Hi Avran, I have a pair of strata already but I’m looking for a pair of binding that is slightly stiffer. Would you recommend the force or the atlas?
Force for sure.
Just brought these on sale given 2020 model for my bataleon party wave, sounds like they should be a decent match.
same, just got some today, price was too good. Throwing em on my new Halldor.. #LOBSTER :)
Have you checked out the new T. Rice falcors? I think you'll really like them if you like these.
I rode them but the highbacks are far to brittle for abuse in park or hard riding. Great for groomers if your going to baby them. That's just my experience with being on my 3rd highback
Hi Angry! I ride the K2 Simple Pleasures and K2 Thraxis boots. I was thinking of getting something like Union Strata or Atlas to go with this setup. Do you think this is a correct binding of choice for someone that loves to carve at high speeds and charge hard? Do you have some other binding recommendations? Thanks!
No. You're all K2'd out might be time to look at the Formula C's or maybe something like the Now Drive or O-Drives.
@@AngrySnowboarder Would the Skate Tech in Now Drive bindings be worth spending the extra money for over Formula C's? Over on snowboard discord channel, there seems to be a lot of hate for K2 products for some reason.
I got the 2020 version of these and put them on a Jones frontier. Did I fuck up?
No.
Hey angry, so I have the 2020 version of these bindings (bought them for the comfort and dampness qualities) and looking for a new deck. About to pull the trigger on a new Jones UMT for a 1 quiver ripper. You think these are ok for that board or should I swap these out and get something more responsive (Jones mercury maybe). Thanks for the feedback 👍
It might be a little too soft and have more lateral flex in it than you want.
@@AngrySnowboarder Would these bindings pair well with the Mercury in your opinion?
Would these pair well with the arbor Westmark rocker
Should.
What do you think of these vs the cartel reflex ? And does the mini disc give more board feel and flex compared to ReFlex?
Cartels all day.
Cool thanks for the info. Cartels it is then
Hello, can u mount the normal (or mini) FLAD on this binding? (as replacement)
With a screw you can.
@@AngrySnowboarder i've just tried with the small FLAD... result? U CAN'T!
Do u still think that minidisks is a matter of habit over the regulars? lot of people say DONT go with minidisc because of lack of the ability to ollie and jump and of destroying the top of the snowboards. Is that true? should I avoid them?
Who the fucks saying that? Sounds like those people can't ride.
What would it take to get you out of your K2 binders for good?
K2 did it, they added 3 degree canting to all models from this year going forward.
Was torn between these and the Arbor Cypress 2019, still stand by the Arbors glad I got them!
same here
I picked these over the arbors because I've had unions before. Love these but still want to try arbor.
@@maxnguyen2875 Union was all I knew so I had to give the Arbors a go.
I was looking at these and the arbors too, along with the Nitro Team, the Katana and the Now Pilot. Got to demo the strata 2 weeks ago in mammoth. Glad I did before I bought. That stupid forward lean adjuster twisted and frozen in the unlocked position and me and 2 friends tried to twist back to lock it down and couldn’t. Every time I would carve on my heel-side, it would pop into a new location. Supper annoying and frustrating. Now I just have to decide between the Nitro Team, the Cypress or the Katana.
@@slimcassidy haven't had a chance to use my Arbors yet, hopefully next week, but all the reviews are awesome on them and even playing about on them on the board in the house they feel sweet!
Hey angry what should I pick for all mountain ride.. board Eviltwin
Union strata, burton cartel ,Malavita , Rome vice??
Cartel.
Angry Snowboarder the straps fit to nitro boots ?
@@sagivcohenz Yes.
Would you rather choose the malavitas or the sratas?
Malavitas.
How does this binding compare to the Rome Katanas?
More lateral play, similar dampening, straps don't contour as well.
I have these in red on my capita mercury 159. Can you give me two other Set ups for European riding all mountain, on, off groomers, trees and side hits.
How do you like them on the mercury?
@@pat76ers they are great, although I'm 100kg so it's a soft but great for side his and through trees. Although the Guchi camber with the genesis is immense for all conditions and different terrain. I don't understand the cradle in them but the bindings are unreal in the pow, steeps and trees are like playing as a kid again. Check out the arbour cypress as I'd of gone with them or the cartels over the strada
@@davebrown1100 Hi Dave, Im 86Kg (6ft 3in) and not sure whether to buy the Mercury 161cm or 159cm. Any thoughts??
Curious why the strata didn't make your top lists this year @Angry Snowboarder ? I have a mercury 2022 coming and trying to decide on a binding. Was recommended the strata as comfort and shock absorption being my biggest thing while wanting an all mountain binding. Been seeing the genesis or strata most recommended my way. Would love your opinion as well if possible.
Because I just wanted to piss you off.
@@AngrySnowboarder but im not a union fanboy hahaha. I have had cartels since 2009 and would love to know the most comfortable well made all mtn bindings for this year but I suppose you have answered that via the #1 being ride on your list. Never even considered ride as an option.
Wow it's almost like I made a list that answers peoples questions. HMM I wonder where you should start?
@@AngrySnowboarder The sass is strong in you today eh, hope you have a better day bud!
@@djmoases sass, ass, or mowing grass. No one gets away from me!
Ive blown out a burton cartel highback and a Rome vice highback because of forward lean failures so im OK with overengineered
over-engineered doesnt mean more durable unfortunately.
@@neil_b4_zod Not necessarily, no, but in this case it looks less prone to failure. Time will tell.
Have these in red. Cush ride like a Cadillac brah
Got to wonder what they were thinking with the forward lean adjuster?
Loose reenactment:
"YEZ we puttz ze knobby turnny thingz here and itz wurkz"
"Seems overly complicated?"
"Dontz worry we'z make that marketingz problem"
"I don't know about this, I think this is too much, maybe we should..."
"SILENCE! It is marketingz problemz"
"Fine you're the designer you know what's up"
*In marketing*
"Fuck what the hell is this?"
"Quick slap a sticker on it and make it the consumers problem"
*Many months later*
"Who the fuck designed this thing, why does it exist? God dammit!"
Hahah. Nailed it.
That last line was exactly me in February
Its about time union updated their binding line, the forces felt like bindings from 15 years ago, not great just up to par with other bindings in that era.
Nice review, they look dope but, I upgraded from the force to a much better binding: the rome katana, despite the hype I definately feel the katanas are the all mountain quiver binding.
Still have Katana on my mind.
Us poor folks can't justify the price lol
Katana are decent bundings. They do feel like that have a large deadspot underfoot despite the mini disk. Also they will gouge your boots on the sides of them. Kinda tough to deal with if you have expensive boots.
@@neil_b4_zod yea they need to lower that price point a lil bit(or wait till March when they will most likely be cheaper) and another reason why i went Arbor.
@@coogano I went with some Hemlocks for my park board, I haven't had a chance to use them yet. I wont get up to the snow till next month. Which did you go with - Hemlock or Cypress? How has your experience with your bindings been so far?
So, these are very similar to Ride LTD?
Rafal S. I think so, been on both pair many times and would say very close, the ride has a much smaller footbed than the strata, but flex is similar
Trying to decide between these and Force... not that it’s a huge price jump but are these worth the extra $30?
It's a different feel more than anything.
Angry Snowboarder got me strapped up. We’ll see how they do. Thanks for the review!
Stratas are way overpriced and overhyped. Save the coin, get the Forces
How confy is this binding?
Covfefe?
I was looking at these, the Nitro Team, the Katana, the Arbor Cypress and the Now Pilot. Got to demo the strata 2 weeks ago in mammoth. Glad I did before I bought. That stupid forward lean adjuster twisted on me after a couple hours out of nowhere and froze in the unlocked position and me and 2 friends tried to twist back to lock it down and couldn’t. Every time I would carve on my heel-side, it would pop into a new location. Supper annoying and frustrating. Such a dumb way to adjust. Now I just have to decide between the Nitro Team, the Cypress or the Katana. Wish I could demo them all. Any thoughts on those other 3? I ride a NS Proto 2 wide. Getting older and breaking my back a couple seasons ago; Mostly just rippin all mountain, side hits, back country pow and working on laying out some Euro carvs these days.
We have a review of all three of them.
I’ve seen all the reviews. And if I remember you have good things to saw about all of them. Which is making it hard to decide without getting my hands physically on any of them. Which would you recommend as the Best Buy??
Probably the Katana.
Thanks for the reply! Just went to order and realized how much those suckers cost!. When looking before must have been looking at last years or something. My budget was around $250- $280 tops which is where all those others fall. The ‘19 Katanas are like $370! Which would you recommend out of the others as the best in that price range? Or even others I haven’t looked at? And I’m not a fan of Burton so I’d rather stay away from them. Thanks for your replies and all your vids. Always solid info.
@@slimcassidy Swoop those Arbor Cypress.
Where do i find this color way?
In the past.
Did Angrysnowboarder review the step on? I haven't seen anyone actually review them properly, aside from the stepping in part.
Yep there's a review.
Strata, Katana, or DOD for Rome Party Mod?
Katana all day.
Thanks dude!
My Malavitas (reflex) baseplate has broken (frame, I don't even know when), I had my money back but I wonder would it be good idea to replace it with Stratas?
Any recommendations? Did you ride the Stratas?
Oh and would you recommend winged Malavitas, because I'm thinking about it too.
I'm curious about the Unions but I see comments are not in favour of Stratas.
"Did you ride the Stratas? " Why the fuck would we review something we didn't ride?
The whole screws loosening thing was never a problem for me cause I actually check my shit and tighten it regularly.
Jones mercury or union strata? All mountain free style
Probably lean more towards the Strata.
Angry Snowboarder okay union strata vs any other binding for all mountain freestyle? with full days in the park in spring
@@bcalvy Now has a great line up.
Like the Contact Pro better!!! Great work as always.
What makes you like the CPs better? I have em, so I'm curious how they compare to the strattas
@@bumrodgers i like the highbacks and the flex better. They are simple and that is what a good binding should be. Love em!
@@tranan661 cool. I really like them too. I wish the ankle strap was a touch beefier tho. I was thinking of trying to get some Force straps for em.
My GF's unions sucked ,Screws would come loose every other ride ,that includes the baseplate screws
My Atlas baseplate screws come loose constantly, worst part of the binding. I don't want to loctite it but even if I tighten the screws past too tight they come out after a couple hours riding.
Use clear nail polish on the threads.
@@GnarlieCharlie I've never had any baseplate screws come loose unless I didn't tighten them enough. Use a torque wrench next time maybe you're too weak or your boards have bad threading
I'm torn between Union or Flux when it comes to response. I have the Atlas but super curious on the Flux XF. And yeah, the Strata's forward lean adjustment is lame.
Funny how it took Union this long to address the ankle straps screws from coming loose.
ey kids Just got these in the mail, they listend to averin on the FL adjustment, all hail satan and AS, they where kinda expensive, dose Ride have equivilat binding in there line? love the ride line and prices are better IMO less hype.
The 6 series would probably be the closest. 8 would be a little stiffer.
cocain snow just got u a like and follow lmao
I've never seen Joe Rogan live!
Cool!!? But if the highback adjustment isn't "bluetooth" by 2021 i'm out!
I blew my stratas highback adjustment off on a tree on a 3ft pow day. Was wondering why my back foot felt so weird until I looked down. Union sent me 2 but it took a couple weeks back in March.
So ive noticed you guys do not test union bindings....ever. Like, absolutely never. Any reason for this? Just because the "union or die, bro" hype? Just curious. haha
Cause they don't send us shit.
I'm drink. Happy new year
Hello Drink.
think they make it more complex since u only gonna adjust ur highback ones🤣
He said blow open after premature release. 😭🤪
But no PNW concrete pow? Time for you and Marcus to take a vacation and rally over here ;)
Marcus is moving to Beaverton Oregon in hopes of bringing Nike Snowboarding back.
I've now had BOTH Strata bindings break in the same spot!!! WOW WTF!!! The base plate came apart on the outward facing side of each binding, right above where it says "Strata." BEWARE!!!!! I paid over $300 for a Mattel product. Completely and utterly disappointed. WOW! They are TRASH! Just got a replacement right base plate. Now the left breaks...I've owned them for less than 3 months! Both failed in under 3 months.
Wise man say everything can break.
I have problems with the forward lean adjuster it dosen’t lock ! In the last 2 teeth ! Only in one binding, its to dificult to move and you have to take off your gloves to do it all time thats F##$$&
All the money we paid for those strata !! Come on UNION bindings co cut the crap and just leave it like the other ones !!! down side with this shit, rest of the binding is great ! Im been snowboarding since the 1991 ! Just put some crew there !!!
Haha premature releasing!!
Premature releasing.....
premature releasing
"..y'know I got Trump Hands..."
heh, nice.