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I ended up adding EVA foam to 5 SPOTS ON MY CLEWS using contact cement, including: (1) filling the gap between the heel hammock and base with 2 (two) stacked, cemented together, 4mm thick pieces of EVA, then cemented the stack to the metal piece beneath the heel hammock, so the entire heel hammock now rests on EVA foam when clicked in instead of merely being suspended between metal anchors (one of Angry's criticisms in his "review"), (2) filling the 2 small rectangular cavities beneath the toe piece, each with 3 stacked pieces of 4mm thick EVA, (3) cementing a 3mm thick EVA pad under the toe section, (4) cementing a 3mm thick EVA pad under the heel section, and (5) cementing a 3mm pad to the top surface of the heel hammock. I used XTRA SEAL tire repair contact cement (any rubber cement or Barge brand contract cement would also work) and 1 roll each of 3mm and 4mm EVA foam--all from Amazon. My tweaked CLEWS ride as comfortably as any binding, without chatter, dead spots, or vibration, and with no interference with the step-in and release mechanism. I used the thinner, 3mm EVA for the exterior add-ons to toe and heel pieces so I wouldn't run into mounting issues from the screws being too short to accommodate the added thickness.
I’ve been using my same bindings and hardware for the last two seasons, and they are doing just fine, so it seems like pretty solid material to me🤷🏻♂️
I grabbed a pair 2nd hand a few months ago. Just had my 3rd day this season on them and man I really don’t get the hate on them. Everybody on the mountain seems to love the idea behind it. I have 2 complaints. 1st being the toe strap likes to move down and it can be tricky to get it on your boot in the right spot. 2nd sometimes i can be tricky to get the 2nd click in but a small hop locks it in perfect every time. I would 100% recommend these to anybody looking to try them, I do not like the price though I would try to find 2nd hand
Nice! Glad to hear you’re liking them!! I think I a lot of people online just hate on them because they’ve never actually tried them or they’re just all going off of “heresay” and sort of jumping on the bandwagon trolling. Anytime someone actually on the mountain has approached me or asked about them, they always seem super pumped on them and have nothing but a positive attitude towards them. I’m not 100% sure if this will fix your toe strap problem but I had it initially. So when you’re mounting your bindings to the board there’s a little red cog piece that basically goes into a slot that has teeth to help hold the toe strap in place and keep it from moving. When I first got mine that piece wasn’t pulled all the way up in that slot and my toe strap definitely moved around more loosely. After I did that they stay in place 99% of the time with the only exception being when I step on them and bump them down. Hopefully that’s all it is, unless somehow the person before you wore those teeth out🤷🏻♂️and if that the case maybe you could get a replacement piece. Hopefully that helps.
Buddy of mine has them. We ride the same board with the same angles. I’m rocking the bataleon Astros which is a 400 dollar traditional binding that’s considered to be one the of the best out there. We took a day to alternate boards and got good feel for the differences At the end of the day shredding is just fun. And bindings are third in importance behind boots, then snowboard. But there are limitations you do feel in the clews compared to the Astros or anything other high end traditional strap binding. Especially when going back and forth all day. We came to the conclusion that most of these differences wouldn’t be felt by an average rider. Someone just cruising, not really getting much air, bending their knees just enough and not really buttering and railing turns. 90% of the riders really. Dampening is one of those. You feel way more vibrations with the clews. Just touching the footbeds before riding them it was obvious their dampening tech is not up to par with higher end traditional bindings. I’m hitting bigger sized jumps though so again for most this is a non issue especially with some good insoles. Also if you’re a advanced carver and are really focusing on initiating with the heel or toe of your front foot while driving your knees together to de camber your board, you’re gonna feel a lack of board feel. The base plate is outdated and the newer stuff allows for flex while also delivering power. Just my two cents. Again if you’re cruising your won’t feel any of this
Nice! I will say if I ever went traditional bindings again, bataleon or jones would definitely be the one I’d pick for the dampening as well as the flex they allow. I’ve never gotten to test my clews back to back with another binding, I might have to do that with one of my buddies this season just to see/feel the differences. Before the clew I used unions, burtons, burton step ons and I definitely agree they’re not the most damp binding but they do a solid job and I actually like the bit more feedback I do feel under my feet but I think that’s a personal preference. I’m not saying they’re perfect for every rider but I think most will be insanely happy with them😁 but we are cruising, exploring the mountain, riding trees, the occasional bowl and small drops. They have done everything I needed in my trips Utah and Wyoming so I’ve got no complaints 😁
Daaang! That’s awesome haha. You may have to have a bit more finesse in terms of getting in and out but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work🤷🏻♂️I’ve never leaned my highbacks forward all the way, I run them in the middle. Thats the only issue I’ve heard is it can be a bit tricker to get straight in with the max forward lean but it can still be done.
The idea is using them traditionally in deep pow is pretty cool actually… love my step ons, but option to go traditional straps in certain situations is sick
I definitely like having the choice, it came in real handy out in UT last season. But I always wanted to get my step ons in pow just to see how they worked
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes they ride great, feel just like a responsive traditional binding… very impressed 👍 photon boots are great too, prob best ones I’ve ever had… very nice. I would say stepping in takes some getting used to… not sure they were much faster than straps some of the time, but I’m assuming I’ll get faster over time… stepping out is easy enough… I’m happy with them so far
Nice man! I’m glad you’re happy with them! You definitely get quicker getting in and out after you’ve used them for a bit. We’d randomly do races to see how much faster they were vs straps back when we all had different setups. Now other than one guy we all have step ons or CLEW. I will definitely say to the photon boots get even more comfortable over time for sure. I LOVED those boots. I’ve always thought about getting the non step on pair now to go with my CLEW because they were so nice. Maybe once my DCs wear out 🤣
I’ve been running my same bindings and hardware for two years with zero parts, breaking and zero issues ever. For the price the quality seems really great to me.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes respect. appreciate your videos too but i had no idea how cheaply made clew bindings are until angry snowboarders video and it’s pretty important to mention when they’re overpriced at $500
@@jszymanski123 thanks for hearing me out. I want to go through point for point of everything he mentioned, and show on my bindings and give my thoughts. I’ve been running the same bindings for two seasons now, and I personally have never ran into any issues or really wear and tear
Angry seems to have a personal agenda with CLEW. His review betrays some sort of grudge and doesn't jibe with the experience of people who actually ride them, whether sponsored by CLEW or not (I'm not). I did end up adding EVA foam to 5 spots on my CLEWS for additional dampening and comfort, which has worked very well.
You know what, I'm done arguing about these bindings. If you honestly think they're great, good for you. I think they're junk. Maybe they'll be better in version 4.0 or 5.0 but as of now, they're just expensive sketchy junk.
If you like them that's fine. But i really don't see that it provides a big difference. Most riders kan stand up and strap in. if your new, yes you have to sit down. Besides providing a minor convenience and saving 10 sec. there's really not much to these. And then there's The price. New riders that these would be great for. Are not spending that much money on a pair of bindings almost 390 euros that's 420 us 🤣🤣
In the newer models, they actually have a much better foam than my original set. That helps with the dampening quite a bit. I’d say it’s just a matter of time before we see Highback rotation, a smaller disc, or more flex in the base
To each their own, I think that every snowboarder is going to have different wants, needs, and preferences. I’ve been super happy with them and honestly don’t have any complaints. Where they are a newer company as well, I’m definitely excited to see what innovations, and improvements they continue to make in the coming seasons😁
Why does the plastic look so cheap on them? they really look like a low end binding for a high end binding price just because it has a latch on the back. Watch the Angry Snowboarders review for a real review on these instead of this guys marketing so he can make money off your purchase.
It’s held up for me for 2 years and feels no different than a burton or union binding. Angry snowboarders was the most biased “review” I’ve ever seen. 1.) you can’t review a product with no footage or actual factual information to back up all these here say “he said she said claims” his facts were “o these bolts look funny, they must be cheap” and again ZERO footage of him ever using them. You can look at any of my videos over the last 2 season and see these bindings being used day in and day out. 2. I do earn small affiliate commission yes. But you know who has more affiliate links/programs than any other RUclipsr I’ve seen…angry. I love these bindings, whether or not people chose to use my link Or code is up to them. Makes no difference to me 🤙🏻
In this video I go through the entire binding showing how everything has actually held up after 2 seasons of use. And cover every aspect of the binding he “reviewed” 2 Years On CLEW Step In Snowboard Bindings : COVERING EVERYTHING ruclips.net/video/CYotcvGWW5M/видео.html
I just purchased these and I have now spent 2 days snowboarding. I originally had flows years ago and then K2 cinch bindings for the last 5 years. The Clew bindings are the first bindings where I never have to mess with the setup after the initial setup. My flows and K2 bindings would require constant tinkering with the straps after different runs. These go in so easy, comfortable and once I set it, I'm done. People do ask you about them, so get used to that.
Nice! Glad to hear you’re happy with them! I’ve never tried the flows or K2s but I’ve seen quite a few people with them. Thats awesome! Glad they’re working out for you 😁 I love mine! And yes you do get a lot of questions about them in the mountain 🤣
So what is it ? You have 1 or 2 years riding this, on this video you say 1 year, yet on the coments you say 2 years, still waiting on you to show us all how amazing and top of the line are all the materials, what kind of plastic where they made with? Could you share some detailed info since yow seem to know so much about them..... with 2 full years riding this you must be full of Intel to share, thnx Rick.
At the start of April I will have had these bindings for 2 years. When I filmed this video was at the start of the season before I started my 2nd season riding them. Currently working on editing the review, I’m going to try and finish it up this weekend. Been working a lot of overtime at my actual job so it’s taken me a bit longer to get done than I’d like.
You sound like a chick on her period. You literary commented on a video about how much you don’t like them. I bet you never even tried them. If you don’t like um move on. Who cares what other people likes
Also im not the only one not able to get both clicks in. As I mentioned before, Jonathan Buckhouse was honest about it even though he's sponsored by them; and many other people have reported the same issue.
My BIGGEST complaint: the damn cost $500$ Like why does the base plate cost $200 and the high back not cost like $100. No they don't sell that piece and mark it up to $500 for the whole thing. Like F*ck Off with that sh^t.
My promo code does take 10% off which brings them down to $450 or $180 for the bases 😅 I mean technically the highback does come with the ankle strap, ratchet and it is a bit more hardware internally where all the mechanisms inside that make it actually function. Whereas the base is just the base, disk and toe strap. I can’t deny it is a pricey investment but I guess they also figure they can discount the bases some because at that point you are already invested in the company and using their bindings.🤷🏻♂️ I think it’s worth the price but to each their own. Plus each binding is also handmade.
Absolutely, the CLEW bindings' price reflects our quality and ethical manufacturing process. Our bindings are handmade in Germany, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship, and are produced using the best materials under fair working conditions.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes “but I guess they also figure they can discount the bases some because at that point you are already invested in the company and using their bindings” That is some pretty shallow reasoning to buy overpriced plastic.
I don’t think so, I mean if you’re going to use the product, that way any other sets you buy for your other snowboards is significantly less. And again I don’t know that for fact, that was me just shooting in the dark. Like I said also, all the tech is in the high back so I’m assuming that’s why the base portion is cheaper.
I would like to know about forward lean on CLEW. I do have a lot of forward lean on my Flows and Cartel. Would there be an issue on stepping in with CLEW if i max the forward lean option? Thanks in advance as i am thinking of getting a pair of clew.
So I run mine only about halfway leaned and have 0 issues. I have heard it can be a little trickier when you do have the lean, maxed out. But from the people I have talked to that run it that way they say you can get the first click no problem and then just do a little hop on your heel edge and you’ll get the second one fairly easy.
Except that his dissection was “huh these screws look funny they must be cheap” or my favorite “I know nobody is talking about this or mentioning it but these look like they could break” maybe because they don’t actually break. I’m going to do my full 2 year review on them and go through each section very soon. I’ve been running these same bindings and hardware for 2 years and nothing broken, nothings warped, nothings malfunctioned
You hit it, first "non-sponsored review." The rest of these guys are getting something in return, either a free pair, or a nice check to do these reviews. Sorry to see that in the snowboard community, but guess that's life.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. Right around the time I made this video actually. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. Right around the time I made this video actually. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
Definitely! That’s why I stopped watching his snowboard reviews. I used to love listening to them. But there’s so much hate and negativity and I feel like it just creates unnecessary division within the snowboard community. Because at the end of the day who cares what gear who is using what works for you might not work for somebody else. But the important thing is everybody’s out on the mountain, doing the same thing and having as much fun as I can.
I’m gonna try to start working on it tonight and tomorrow morning. I was on my way to work when I got bombarded with comments about it so I listened to it while I was driving.
Clew has my attention, as I'm old and returning to riding after a couple decades.... my old board has a Morrow Engage 3 Step -in setup, but i no longer fit the boots .... my question about clew after watching a few reviews...is there play and movement once strapped in and clicked into the board...i really liked the totally slop free and direct feel of the Morrow setup, which is part of why im looking into step ins a bit more thoroughly before junping in... i may just go with traditional boots and strap bindings... but the clew using normal boots has my attention...
I haven’t noticed any. As long as you have the ratchets nice and snug I can’t feel a difference from traditional strap bindings. The metal cleats bite nice and snug once engaged. Vs say a burton step on where you do have a bit of play in the heal with some heal lift
@@BoardsBikesAndHikesthanks... I don't like that the burton only works with their boots, went that route once... and almost none of the burton step on boots have what resembles an ankle strap.... I'm leaning toward old school stuff for now I think... and some getting in shape so reaching Mt straps isn't as tough.... I'm 41yrs old, jist came back to boarding after over 20yrs break, and out of shape, unless round counts...
@@isaiahfurrow7414 ya I had the photons which had the boa ankle strap to still Give you that feel which was good but still not quite the same. And even then to get that you’re looking at a heck of a price tag on those boots. I want to say they were close to $500. Nice! At least you’re getting back at it! And you’ve got all summer to work on flexibility and get it back and ready for next season 😁
Haha nice! Have you gotten to try them yet? It’s definitely a huge time and energy saver. I was a skier for 20 years before I switched to snowboarding so I loved these the second I was able to clip in straight off the lift without stopping
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes yes I have. Still haven’t tried to step in on the ramp but will get there. Just waiting on snow, my local hill barely has any so far.
Nice!!! It takes a bit of getting used to and I still only do it on chairlifts I’m very comfortable and familiar with. Hopefully you’ll get some snow soon. Everyone seems to be hurting for snow right now. My hills open but in rough shape
I will say I’ve seen a few people say this and now it’s made me paranoid 🤣I usually use a board lock but I may start keeping them on just for that reason or popping them off and putting them in my bag🤣
Are they cheaper in Europe? My promo code does take $50 off.😅 it is an expensive investment, but they’re cheaper than say buying Burton step ons and boots. Plus if you want to run multiple sets of them, the base is cheaper than buying multiple sets of bindings.
This review is sus as hell (promo code affiliate link included lol). These bindings feel like crap and made out of crap materials and look dumb as all hell walking around with highbacks strapped on.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
Hey Alex, good review - thank you. I rode the Clew bindings on and off last season and had a consistent problem with the 2-click step in system. I rarely got the 2nd click to engage even when stepping off the chair at the top of groomers. Do you have any advice for getting that second click to engage more consistently?
Hmmm the only times I’ve heard people having issues was if the footbed was maybe off a spot or 2, or the toe strap not quite centered. Other than that the only time I had the issues was in super deep Utah snow🤔
False not paid by clew, not in that way anyway and this is my own video. Cover all this here 2 Years On CLEW Step In Snowboard Bindings : COVERING EVERYTHING ruclips.net/video/CYotcvGWW5M/видео.html
@@David-x5m8z I earn affiliate commission just like the rest of my gear that I have affiliate links to, but they have never paid me to make any video no. The ones I’ve made were my choice to make. Like I’ve said I choose to ride these. I’ve ridden them back to back with other bindings and I don’t feel like I’m missing out on anything else.
Thanks for the idea! I could definitely do that! I did do a longer term review near the end of last season but I could definitely lean more into covering the wear and tear😁 CLEW Long Term Snowboard Binding Review ruclips.net/video/ynXKQ3M17lQ/видео.html
They have issues with quality of strap and base plate screws. Do your research before buying these, they just aren't there yet. If you aren't hard charging and ride just a few times a year, then give them a shot. But don't expect these things to last longterm.
@@CLGill36 yea i saw a recent video about it but I bought it already. I did notice the screws on the straps are also quite soft. So just have to get the right size screw driver. If it breaks I'll potentially replace the whole ankle strap. Toe strap wise might be tricky since it differs from other brands. Mounting screws aren't that big of an issue to replace. Might just but a set just in case. I think execution of the idea is great but could use some improvement in quality definitely.
Comment from another video because I want people to know the truth about these bindings: Even Jonathan Buckhouse says what I'm about to say below. If you're getting both clicks every time, document that, make an unedited video showing you getting off the lift and getting both clicks in right away. Do that on a normal ski day with just a little bit of snow in the base. Even the tiniest bit of snow, any kind of snow: slush, fresh snow stuck in the base will prevent the bindings to secure to the base. One click, never 2 clicks.
@@slidehouse5 I can document that next time I ride no problem although may be a boring video. If it’s not a powder day I have never had an issue whatsoever
I’ve just got a pair of these based offa your review. Do you find it harder to fully engage when the forward lean is at max setting? I am struggling to get the final click in so any advice appreciated.
I have heard it can be a bit trickier to get that second click when you have the forward lean maxed out. I only have my set halfway so I haven’t ran into any issues. Somebody else said on here the other day they loosened the toe strap a click or just hopping on the heel edge one time did the trick
I want to say they had another fix for it as well, but I can’t remember. I’m just now leaving work, if I can get some time, I’ll come through the comments and see if I can find it.
I went back and found it. It is on this video. He said he clicks in as he’s coming off of the chairlift, starts to ride away, and just does a hop on his heels and that gives him the second click.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes coolio. I’ll see how I get on. Off to the Alps at the end of the month and hoping these are going to be as good as they look and the hype suggests. Thanks for taking the time to respond to my message too 👍
This is definitly NOT the most heard complaint about these bindings. Most people complain about either 1: They break easily because it has so many parts/engineered or 2: Issues with clicking in, mostly getting the second click in. Not hating, just stating what Ive seen online and heard from 2 people I know that have them. That being said, it does seem like the majority is very happy with these bindings. Going to try them this season
Nice! Im glad you’re going to try them, I feel like the vast majority of the hate stems from people jumping on the online troll bandwagon, without ever actually giving them a fair shot. This video was made to address the comment I’ve seen and been asked the most over my last year and a half of use with them, or from people saying they’d never try them because of “wearing the highback” I have heard of several people having trouble getting the second click but a lot of times there’s simple fixes for it. If the footbed is not adjusted quite right for your boot size, toe strap not quite in the right position or too tight, or it can be trickier the more highback lean you add as well, I run mine pretty much in the middle setting. I’m not saying it’s these every single time but most of the time it winds up being one of these. Only in deeper snow have I had an issue with it, the rest of the time I’ve used them I’ve never had an issue. Sometimes even a simple hop on your heel will get it right in. And I haven’t actually ever heard of anyone breaking them. Obviously there is more moving parts to them and more mechanisms involved that can break, but so far I’ve never heard of them breaking or failing.
My best tip when you do try them is when you’re coming out, make sure to keep your weight on your heel. A lot of times people will think that they’re stuck and pull really hard on the red lever, but this is a safety feature designed to keep your release from being pulled at the wrong time and your board from falling, so when you come to a stop or need to get out, weight your heel and it comes out seamless every time 😁
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes Sounds good, I will update as well once ive tried them. Do you notice any chatter? Is there any self fix way to deal with it, maybe foam sole inserts?
They’re not the most damp but I don’t think it’s bad. They’re still a super comfortable binding. I think with the right boots they’re just fine. I’ve never had any foot pain, or discomfort riding all day. And I don’t run insoles in my snowboard boots either.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikeshey man, you should take a look at angry snowboarders review. He just completely shat on them, I feel really bad for even buying them and am contemplating sending them back without having them even tried on. He mentioned you/shat on you by name as well, what do you think of his complaints and video in general?
Also just for an email from them if you are going to order them I’d do it asap. They’re down to 4% stock on the large in black and 2% in white. About to make a post about it
The 3 issues I’ve heard of is the footbed not being set quite right, the straps being just slightly off on alignment or the toe strap being too tight. Sometimes I do have to do a bit of a hop on my heel to get in, but typically I just step right in
Hopefully it’ll help. I’ve also heard from people it’s more difficult to get that second click with the highbacks leaned all the way. Again worse case scenario a little hop should get them to click in😁
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes the hop is my go to methode right now haha Starting to wonder if my 10.5 boot size more like an 11.. if so I should have got large bindings. But I'll find out soon.
Hopefully it’ll work out alright. My 10.5 fit the medium but I do know some boot brands vary in terms of dimensions. Maybe you can tweak the strap adjustment some as well to see if any positions make them better/worse
Anybody who tried them knows that you can't get both clicks in with the tiniest bit of snow on the base and with an aggressive forward lean. It's hard to believe that you get both clicks in every time based on my experience.
If you have the forward lean maxed you have to hop to get the second click but I run mine at about half. I’ve taken them all over the place the last 2 years and like I’ve said. Only on powder days did I use the straps instead of stepping in
@@slidehouse5 for sure I can make the video. Sorry to hear you’re having trouble. Any time I’ve talked to anyone who has issues they either didn’t have the footpad setup quit right, bindings straps a little off, or the highback lean maxed out which makes people sometimes have to take a little hop. Hopefully you’re able to figure it out
Nah it’s not gonna happen. I ate it plenty last season and never had it pop loose. I also had my board dangling in -20 winds in Jackson and it didn’t release. It’s got a safety feature where if your weight is not in the heel of the binding even if the red lever gets pulled it won’t release. I ran burton step ons for 2 years before these, you just get used to the step in system and you’re never worried about it releasing after that 😁
The Nidecker Supermatics do the same, minus the dork factor. And as an added bonus, with the Supermatics, I don't need to carry a pocket full of tools to do any on mountain adjustments. But if you decide to purchase the Clew, I highly recommend checking out Avran's non-sponsored review over at The Angry Snowboarder.
I would like to try them for a day just to see how they compare, but just from watching how they work, they don’t look as smooth or easy to get in and out of as these are. I know they’re also about a pound heavier, but I would like to try them just to be able to accurately compare the two.
Great bindings. I do have 2nd click in issues which are related to me having the forward lean at max setting ( most forward position ) the way around this i have worked out is to click in getting off the chairlift, ride away, hop up and stomp both heels on to the snow and that usually gets them 2 clicked in 👍
Ahhhh gotcha! Ya I had someone else mention that a while back that at the max lean it can be a bit tricker to get in. Thanks for the tip!! I’ve thought about adding more forward lean to mine to see how it affects my carving. I have them leaned about halfway
What you just described sounds like an absolutely terrible binding. I'm sure someone is going to get hurt on these death traps if it hasn't already happened. I heard they were shipping the wrong hardware with these at first as well so the screws were stripping and coming out along with the double click system sucking.
Hi, newb here 🙋🏽♀️. I got a pair of clew binding and I think as a beginner, they are fantastic. It allows me to pop in and out and also able to use it traditionally. I finally got to mount the bindings and they are great! I was wondering if you guys have any suggestions regarding the high back rubbing on the boa adjustment knob. My DC boots have a double boa knob in the front and by the mid section. The mid section knob rubs against the high back :( causing it to come undone. Any suggestions for this newb is greatly appreciated :)
Nice!!! Glad to hear you like them! Thats awesome! I have a buddy who is also a beginner and grabbed a pair early on and it made his life so much easier. You might need to adjust exactly where the strap comes across. I’ve got dual boa dc boots as well and my strap sits right below it 🤔I wish I could see a picture just to help more
It is true that I do have an affiliate link for clew, but I have affiliate links to all my gear🤷🏻♂️ . But that has nothing to do with the fact of how these bindings function and you don’t have to leave the high-back attached.
was lucky enough to get a pair of clews for the season. so far been a blast not having to bend over to deal with strapping in. What I like about them better than Burton's step ons (aside from not needing a specific boot) is they can be used as both traditional bindings or as step ins and what I like about them better than the Nidecker Supermaticis or Flow is if you want a 2nd pair of bindings, you only need to purchase a 200$ base plate, not a whole other pair of bindings
Nice! Glad to hear your enjoying yours and got a pair too! Thats great! Definitely I agree 100%! The second base set is so nice!😁makes life way easier (and cheaper 😁)
how do you strap in if you dont bend over? do you wear the highback 24\7?. does someone else bend over and strap the ankle strap for you.. these are only a half way house step in. you NEED to use them like an normal binding all day except in the lift line. they solve nothing
Thanks😁. People love to hate something new and different. They get a bunch for no reason but as soon as something else new comes along, people will move onto to the next thing to hate on. They make an awesome product in my book, durable, reliable and a super fast and easy step in system to use. Plus excellent customer service. I have no complaints
Its very true most of the people online mocking the Clews have no Clew how they work...see what I did there. But really they are a two in one binding, you can use them as traditional or use them as quick release style. Also I see many people knocking how much they weigh, they are literally one more pound than the Burton step ins. I have used mine now about 5 different sessions and they are very slick and love how fast I can get going after unloading from the chair.
100% haha and I caught that🤣. I think everybody immediately jumps on the online trolls bandwagon without ever actually testing them out for themselves. And you’re right ya they’re a little heavier but also burtons don’t have the straps and they do have extra hardware on the boot which nobody accounts for. These are only like 2oz heavier than a standard binding. Plus the nideckers are a pound heavier than these🤷🏻♂️glad to hear you’re enjoying them😁🙌🏻
I love mine. Two seasons in and not a single issue. I like the way they ride and handle every bit of terrain that I’ve thrown at them. It is a big investment, but definitely worth it if you ever get the chance.
Any rider who has a clew about snowboarding would not have a clew. Supermatics and StepOns are both far superior systems at similar price points. I personally switch between stepon and regular bindings depending on if im riding solo (StepOn) or with a crew, since ill have to wait for everyone anways. From what i gather, the actual biggest drawbacks of Clew are: 1 - bad quality straps. 2 - huge dead spot underfoot from design. 3 - unavailability of spare parts.
I’d like to try the supermatics at some-point just to be able to accurately compare all 3. I ran the burton step ons for 2 years before switching to the CLEW and I prefer the clew out of the 2. Nideckers I haven’t tried but from what I’ve seen in deep snow they can pack full of snow and the step in mechanism won’t work, and then the straps have locks on them so they don’t work quite like traditional straps. And then the burtons I never got them in deep snow but that was always a fear in the back of my mind was if snow got too deep I’d be sort of stuck, but I always wanted to test them in powder just to see how they did. But with the newer step on design I do see a lot of broken toe clips. Again never happened to me with either of my pairs but if that toe clip breaks your out of luck. That being said I loved the way the burtons rode. The clew I just like a bit better and offer me the best of both worlds. Step in speed when I want it, and straps when I need them. I don’t feel like the straps are any less quality than a union strap or burton straps I’d used in the last. And if you need parts for the straps you could just use any other brand parts to get by and for the clew specific parts you are correct you’d have to order them although there are a few shops that have started carrying them in the US. But I don’t know what all they’d have in terms of spares
I like how they ride and honestly have no complaints about them but, to each their own. Every rider is going to have their own personal preference and needs🙂
I've riden all three. They all have their plusses. With regard cost, it is ridiculous to compare the Nideckers and Clews to the Burton system, where you have to buy a binding and boot combo. This is fine if your foot suits the Burton boots and you have a thick wallet. Otherwise, it's a huge expense and possibly throwing your money away. We all know the best boot is the one that fits, so if Burton don't fit, the system isn't for you. And that's before we get into the well documented problems that a truly strapless system can have, regard entry and exit, in compromised situations. The Nideckers and Clews are more versatile, allowing any rider with any boot, to use the system. The Nidecker is better than the Clew, form a standalone binding, performance point of view. Any high end rider, with experience of decent bindings will notice this. However, the Clew is a far better system to use as a step in. Any body trying all three systems will instantly notice that the Clew is easier to enter and exit , than the other two Having riden all three, I'd say that none are perfect and with plenty of really good, traditional bindings available, none are 'nessesary'. They are all diferent and will suit someone. The Nideckers are good for nobody, being an OK binding, that isn't a particularly good step in. I'm not sure who would buy these, or why. The Burtons are good for lazy, Burton fan boys, who don't ride powder and can't be arsed with straps. The Clews are the opposite of the Nideckers, a great step in, but not a top end binding. This will suit people who don't need a top end binding and can't be arsed with straps. It has less of the disadvantages of the other two but also has less of thier benifits, in terms of performance. For me personally, in a pair of Salamon boots that fit and perform better than anything Burton offers, Clews, are the only choice for a step in system. Even forgetting the bad fit of the Burtons, I'm not convinced the performance of the set up was all that. It seemed a bit stiff but without any benifits in precision and control. I suspect that ironically, despite thier poor step-on performance in powder, like many Burton products, the performance issues I noticed, would go unnoticed, in soft snow and deep powder. I can genuinly board better in my Salomons with the Clews, than in the Burton set up. If Clew recognise this and provide the same system, in an upgraded binding, they will be onto a winner but, I suspect they don't have to. Most people who want a top end binding, don't need or want, a step in.😂 Having said all that, I use Salamon Highlander bindings because they give better performance than all three. The closest in terms of performance was the Clews, followed by the Nideckers. The Burtons didn't impress as a step in or in terms of performance.
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I ended up adding EVA foam to 5 SPOTS ON MY CLEWS using contact cement, including: (1) filling the gap between the heel hammock and base with 2 (two) stacked, cemented together, 4mm thick pieces of EVA, then cemented the stack to the metal piece beneath the heel hammock, so the entire heel hammock now rests on EVA foam when clicked in instead of merely being suspended between metal anchors (one of Angry's criticisms in his "review"), (2) filling the 2 small rectangular cavities beneath the toe piece, each with 3 stacked pieces of 4mm thick EVA, (3) cementing a 3mm thick EVA pad under the toe section, (4) cementing a 3mm thick EVA pad under the heel section, and (5) cementing a 3mm pad to the top surface of the heel hammock. I used XTRA SEAL tire repair contact cement (any rubber cement or Barge brand contract cement would also work) and 1 roll each of 3mm and 4mm EVA foam--all from Amazon. My tweaked CLEWS ride as comfortably as any binding, without chatter, dead spots, or vibration, and with no interference with the step-in and release mechanism. I used the thinner, 3mm EVA for the exterior add-ons to toe and heel pieces so I wouldn't run into mounting issues from the screws being too short to accommodate the added thickness.
Daaaaaang! That’s wild!!! I’d love to see photos of it if you don’t mind to share! I just want to see how it looks! I’m intrigued! That’s awesome!!!!
Just plain crappy material but you don’t have to believe me go buy them and find out for yourself
I’ve been using my same bindings and hardware for the last two seasons, and they are doing just fine, so it seems like pretty solid material to me🤷🏻♂️
I don’t think I’d ever get these but you present information in a really good way 👏🏼
Hey appreciate it regardless! Thanks for checking it out 😊
LOL ...for $500.00 .........ahh no- Bent Metal all the way 100%
450 with my code 😅 nothing wrong with bent metal though. Great bindings
Kooooooook
Koopk deeeeez🥶
I grabbed a pair 2nd hand a few months ago. Just had my 3rd day this season on them and man I really don’t get the hate on them. Everybody on the mountain seems to love the idea behind it. I have 2 complaints. 1st being the toe strap likes to move down and it can be tricky to get it on your boot in the right spot. 2nd sometimes i can be tricky to get the 2nd click in but a small hop locks it in perfect every time. I would 100% recommend these to anybody looking to try them, I do not like the price though I would try to find 2nd hand
Nice! Glad to hear you’re liking them!! I think I a lot of people online just hate on them because they’ve never actually tried them or they’re just all going off of “heresay” and sort of jumping on the bandwagon trolling. Anytime someone actually on the mountain has approached me or asked about them, they always seem super pumped on them and have nothing but a positive attitude towards them.
I’m not 100% sure if this will fix your toe strap problem but I had it initially. So when you’re mounting your bindings to the board there’s a little red cog piece that basically goes into a slot that has teeth to help hold the toe strap in place and keep it from moving. When I first got mine that piece wasn’t pulled all the way up in that slot and my toe strap definitely moved around more loosely. After I did that they stay in place 99% of the time with the only exception being when I step on them and bump them down. Hopefully that’s all it is, unless somehow the person before you wore those teeth out🤷🏻♂️and if that the case maybe you could get a replacement piece. Hopefully that helps.
Buddy of mine has them. We ride the same board with the same angles. I’m rocking the bataleon Astros which is a 400 dollar traditional binding that’s considered to be one the of the best out there. We took a day to alternate boards and got good feel for the differences
At the end of the day shredding is just fun. And bindings are third in importance behind boots, then snowboard.
But there are limitations you do feel in the clews compared to the Astros or anything other high end traditional strap binding. Especially when going back and forth all day.
We came to the conclusion that most of these differences wouldn’t be felt by an average rider. Someone just cruising, not really getting much air, bending their knees just enough and not really buttering and railing turns. 90% of the riders really.
Dampening is one of those. You feel way more vibrations with the clews. Just touching the footbeds before riding them it was obvious their dampening tech is not up to par with higher end traditional bindings. I’m hitting bigger sized jumps though so again for most this is a non issue especially with some good insoles. Also if you’re a advanced carver and are really focusing on initiating with the heel or toe of your front foot while driving your knees together to de camber your board, you’re gonna feel a lack of board feel. The base plate is outdated and the newer stuff allows for flex while also delivering power.
Just my two cents. Again if you’re cruising your won’t feel any of this
Nice! I will say if I ever went traditional bindings again, bataleon or jones would definitely be the one I’d pick for the dampening as well as the flex they allow. I’ve never gotten to test my clews back to back with another binding, I might have to do that with one of my buddies this season just to see/feel the differences. Before the clew I used unions, burtons, burton step ons and I definitely agree they’re not the most damp binding but they do a solid job and I actually like the bit more feedback I do feel under my feet but I think that’s a personal preference. I’m not saying they’re perfect for every rider but I think most will be insanely happy with them😁 but we are cruising, exploring the mountain, riding trees, the occasional bowl and small drops. They have done everything I needed in my trips Utah and Wyoming so I’ve got no complaints 😁
I max out my forward lean and add extra padding to the highback for carving. Do you think it would work set up with 110% foreword lean?
Daaang! That’s awesome haha. You may have to have a bit more finesse in terms of getting in and out but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work🤷🏻♂️I’ve never leaned my highbacks forward all the way, I run them in the middle. Thats the only issue I’ve heard is it can be a bit tricker to get straight in with the max forward lean but it can still be done.
The idea is using them traditionally in deep pow is pretty cool actually… love my step ons, but option to go traditional straps in certain situations is sick
I definitely like having the choice, it came in real handy out in UT last season. But I always wanted to get my step ons in pow just to see how they worked
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes couldn’t tell ya… so far no pow… maybe next month
Hopefully! How was their maiden voyage in Vail though 😁?
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes they ride great, feel just like a responsive traditional binding… very impressed 👍 photon boots are great too, prob best ones I’ve ever had… very nice. I would say stepping in takes some getting used to… not sure they were much faster than straps some of the time, but I’m assuming I’ll get faster over time… stepping out is easy enough… I’m happy with them so far
Nice man! I’m glad you’re happy with them! You definitely get quicker getting in and out after you’ve used them for a bit. We’d randomly do races to see how much faster they were vs straps back when we all had different setups. Now other than one guy we all have step ons or CLEW. I will definitely say to the photon boots get even more comfortable over time for sure. I LOVED those boots. I’ve always thought about getting the non step on pair now to go with my CLEW because they were so nice. Maybe once my DCs wear out 🤣
Clew are the worst bindings. Avoid with your life!!
To each their own, but I have been running them for two seasons now problem free with the same bindings and hardware
For $500 seems sus being that it’s such a low quality binding.
I’ve been running my same bindings and hardware for two years with zero parts, breaking and zero issues ever. For the price the quality seems really great to me.
I feel you... but im not walking ANYWHERE with a high back on my boot!
😂🤣😂
I appreciate you doing these reviews. And to actually see you using them in your reviews 🤙
THANK YOU😁🙏🏻exactly!!!!!🤣 I can’t believe there’s reviewers out there who review things…without any proof they ever actually got “reviewed and tested”
i HIGHLY recommend everyone go watch angry snowboarders review of these before you think about buying (wasting money) on them
Agreed.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes respect. appreciate your videos too but i had no idea how cheaply made clew bindings are until angry snowboarders video and it’s pretty important to mention when they’re overpriced at $500
@@jszymanski123 thanks for hearing me out. I want to go through point for point of everything he mentioned, and show on my bindings and give my thoughts. I’ve been running the same bindings for two seasons now, and I personally have never ran into any issues or really wear and tear
Angry seems to have a personal agenda with CLEW. His review betrays some sort of grudge and doesn't jibe with the experience of people who actually ride them, whether sponsored by CLEW or not (I'm not). I did end up adding EVA foam to 5 spots on my CLEWS for additional dampening and comfort, which has worked very well.
You know what, I'm done arguing about these bindings. If you honestly think they're great, good for you. I think they're junk. Maybe they'll be better in version 4.0 or 5.0 but as of now, they're just expensive sketchy junk.
To each their own. I haven’t been back out yet to film clicking in like I said yet. Going this weekend but expecting powder days
If you like them that's fine. But i really don't see that it provides a big difference. Most riders kan stand up and strap in. if your new, yes you have to sit down. Besides providing a minor convenience and saving 10 sec. there's really not much to these. And then there's The price. New riders that these would be great for. Are not spending that much money on a pair of bindings almost 390 euros that's 420 us 🤣🤣
Maybe in a few years when they have better dampening and highbackrotation.....
In the newer models, they actually have a much better foam than my original set. That helps with the dampening quite a bit. I’d say it’s just a matter of time before we see Highback rotation, a smaller disc, or more flex in the base
Biggest Complaint it´s Drives like Bindings before 20 years ago
To each their own, I think that every snowboarder is going to have different wants, needs, and preferences. I’ve been super happy with them and honestly don’t have any complaints. Where they are a newer company as well, I’m definitely excited to see what innovations, and improvements they continue to make in the coming seasons😁
This is just a rental binding with a step in function😂
Bad quality
Been running them for 2 years with 0 issues or malfunctions. I love them
Why does the plastic look so cheap on them? they really look like a low end binding for a high end binding price just because it has a latch on the back. Watch the Angry Snowboarders review for a real review on these instead of this guys marketing so he can make money off your purchase.
It’s held up for me for 2 years and feels no different than a burton or union binding. Angry snowboarders was the most biased “review” I’ve ever seen.
1.) you can’t review a product with no footage or actual factual information to back up all these here say “he said she said claims” his facts were “o these bolts look funny, they must be cheap” and again ZERO footage of him ever using them. You can look at any of my videos over the last 2 season and see these bindings being used day in and day out.
2. I do earn small affiliate commission yes. But you know who has more affiliate links/programs than any other RUclipsr I’ve seen…angry.
I love these bindings, whether or not people chose to use my link
Or code is up to them. Makes no difference to me 🤙🏻
In this video I go through the entire binding showing how everything has actually held up after 2 seasons of use. And cover every aspect of the binding he “reviewed”
2 Years On CLEW Step In Snowboard Bindings : COVERING EVERYTHING
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Alex just wants people to understand these bindings!! 😂
They’re pretty sick!
Exactly🤣I’ve answered this comment and question so many times
I just purchased these and I have now spent 2 days snowboarding. I originally had flows years ago and then K2 cinch bindings for the last 5 years. The Clew bindings are the first bindings where I never have to mess with the setup after the initial setup. My flows and K2 bindings would require constant tinkering with the straps after different runs. These go in so easy, comfortable and once I set it, I'm done. People do ask you about them, so get used to that.
Nice! Glad to hear you’re happy with them! I’ve never tried the flows or K2s but I’ve seen quite a few people with them. Thats awesome! Glad they’re working out for you 😁 I love mine! And yes you do get a lot of questions about them in the mountain 🤣
So what is it ? You have 1 or 2 years riding this, on this video you say 1 year, yet on the coments you say 2 years, still waiting on you to show us all how amazing and top of the line are all the materials, what kind of plastic where they made with? Could you share some detailed info since yow seem to know so much about them..... with 2 full years riding this you must be full of Intel to share, thnx Rick.
At the start of April I will have had these bindings for 2 years. When I filmed this video was at the start of the season before I started my 2nd season riding them. Currently working on editing the review, I’m going to try and finish it up this weekend. Been working a lot of overtime at my actual job so it’s taken me a bit longer to get done than I’d like.
Those bindings just look so cheaply made & ugly. Think i will stick with my Malavita´s & Union Ultra´s for all day comfort/preformance.
I used to run malavitas and union forces, and union contact pros. These ride similar to the Malavitas or forces. Feel just as high quality to me
Yes, stick with yours!!
@@BoardsBikesAndHikesyou are getting money to say that.
This is a very cheap and bad quality Binding
You sound like a chick on her period. You literary commented on a video about how much you don’t like them. I bet you never even tried them. If you don’t like um move on. Who cares what other people likes
@@floriankampf6303how are you even typing from so far up angrysnowboarders ass?
Also im not the only one not able to get both clicks in. As I mentioned before, Jonathan Buckhouse was honest about it even though he's sponsored by them; and many other people have reported the same issue.
I haven’t posted them yet but I do have a bunch of clips clipping in with snow
My BIGGEST complaint: the damn cost $500$
Like why does the base plate cost $200 and the high back not cost like $100.
No they don't sell that piece and mark it up to $500 for the whole thing.
Like F*ck Off with that sh^t.
My promo code does take 10% off which brings them down to $450 or $180 for the bases 😅
I mean technically the highback does come with the ankle strap, ratchet and it is a bit more hardware internally where all the mechanisms inside that make it actually function. Whereas the base is just the base, disk and toe strap. I can’t deny it is a pricey investment but I guess they also figure they can discount the bases some because at that point you are already invested in the company and using their bindings.🤷🏻♂️ I think it’s worth the price but to each their own. Plus each binding is also handmade.
Absolutely, the CLEW bindings' price reflects our quality and ethical manufacturing process. Our bindings are handmade in Germany, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship, and are produced using the best materials under fair working conditions.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes “but I guess they also figure they can discount the bases some because at that point you are already invested in the company and using their bindings”
That is some pretty shallow reasoning to buy overpriced plastic.
I don’t think so, I mean if you’re going to use the product, that way any other sets you buy for your other snowboards is significantly less. And again I don’t know that for fact, that was me just shooting in the dark. Like I said also, all the tech is in the high back so I’m assuming that’s why the base portion is cheaper.
I would like to know about forward lean on CLEW. I do have a lot of forward lean on my Flows and Cartel. Would there be an issue on stepping in with CLEW if i max the forward lean option? Thanks in advance as i am thinking of getting a pair of clew.
So I run mine only about halfway leaned and have 0 issues. I have heard it can be a little trickier when you do have the lean, maxed out. But from the people I have talked to that run it that way they say you can get the first click no problem and then just do a little hop on your heel edge and you’ll get the second one fairly easy.
Why would you be walking around the resort all day in a highback? 😂😂😂
For some reason people think that’s what you have to do with these 😂 believe me I don’t get it
I dunno Rick.....Angry Snowboarder just uploaded an extremly technical disection on this pieces of junk....
Except that his dissection was “huh these screws look funny they must be cheap” or my favorite “I know nobody is talking about this or mentioning it but these look like they could break” maybe because they don’t actually break. I’m going to do my full 2 year review on them and go through each section very soon. I’ve been running these same bindings and hardware for 2 years and nothing broken, nothings warped, nothings malfunctioned
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes cool soon you can show us all the Real quality of this bindings, this will clearly explain the high price tag 👍
Have you seen AngrySnowboarders review released yesterday? Could be the first non-sponsored review of the Clew Bindings
You hit it, first "non-sponsored review." The rest of these guys are getting something in return, either a free pair, or a nice check to do these reviews. Sorry to see that in the snowboard community, but guess that's life.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. Right around the time I made this video actually. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. Right around the time I made this video actually. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
Definitely! That’s why I stopped watching his snowboard reviews. I used to love listening to them. But there’s so much hate and negativity and I feel like it just creates unnecessary division within the snowboard community. Because at the end of the day who cares what gear who is using what works for you might not work for somebody else. But the important thing is everybody’s out on the mountain, doing the same thing and having as much fun as I can.
I’m gonna try to start working on it tonight and tomorrow morning. I was on my way to work when I got bombarded with comments about it so I listened to it while I was driving.
Clew has my attention, as I'm old and returning to riding after a couple decades.... my old board has a Morrow Engage 3 Step -in setup, but i no longer fit the boots .... my question about clew after watching a few reviews...is there play and movement once strapped in and clicked into the board...i really liked the totally slop free and direct feel of the Morrow setup, which is part of why im looking into step ins a bit more thoroughly before junping in... i may just go with traditional boots and strap bindings... but the clew using normal boots has my attention...
I haven’t noticed any. As long as you have the ratchets nice and snug I can’t feel a difference from traditional strap bindings. The metal cleats bite nice and snug once engaged. Vs say a burton step on where you do have a bit of play in the heal with some heal lift
@@BoardsBikesAndHikesthanks... I don't like that the burton only works with their boots, went that route once... and almost none of the burton step on boots have what resembles an ankle strap.... I'm leaning toward old school stuff for now I think... and some getting in shape so reaching Mt straps isn't as tough.... I'm 41yrs old, jist came back to boarding after over 20yrs break, and out of shape, unless round counts...
@@isaiahfurrow7414 ya I had the photons which had the boa ankle strap to still
Give you that feel which was good but still not quite the same. And even then to get that you’re looking at a heck of a price tag on those boots. I want to say they were close to $500. Nice! At least you’re getting back at it! And you’ve got all summer to work on flexibility and get it back and ready for next season 😁
Nice video, if i ever have to replace my flow bindings, the clews are very high contenders
Thanks for checking it out 😁always been curious how the flows compare
Just use flow. They're higher quality and cost less.
At some point I’d like to try them just to see how they compare
Bought a pair to use this season. As an older, fat kid I appreciate these bindings and my skiiing friends dont have to wait for me anymore.
Haha nice! Have you gotten to try them yet? It’s definitely a huge time and energy saver. I was a skier for 20 years before I switched to snowboarding so I loved these the second I was able to clip in straight off the lift without stopping
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes yes I have. Still haven’t tried to step in on the ramp but will get there. Just waiting on snow, my local hill barely has any so far.
Nice!!! It takes a bit of getting used to and I still only do it on chairlifts I’m very comfortable and familiar with. Hopefully you’ll get some snow soon. Everyone seems to be hurting for snow right now. My hills open but in rough shape
my biggest worry would be going to the lodge and someone stealin them 😂Id rather leave it on all day
I will say I’ve seen a few people say this and now it’s made me paranoid 🤣I usually use a board lock but I may start keeping them on just for that reason or popping them off and putting them in my bag🤣
True that’s a good point. And I could just take the bottom one off😁
True
I’m also not sure what someone would do with just a highback…unless then they just bought bases 🤷🏻♂️now I’m more paranoid 🤣
🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤣my mind has been blown. This is the way🙌🏻
The only problem is price. Clew jacking up the price to $500 outside of Europe and as much as I like them, they aren't worth that kind of money.
Are they cheaper in Europe? My promo code does take $50 off.😅 it is an expensive investment, but they’re cheaper than say buying Burton step ons and boots. Plus if you want to run multiple sets of them, the base is cheaper than buying multiple sets of bindings.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes They are €350 on their EU website with the 10% off code, so about $382.50. $500? fuck no.
Well my mind is officially blown 🤣🤯
Wdym?@@BoardsBikesAndHikes
I just don’t know there was a price difference between continents 🤣
This review is sus as hell (promo code affiliate link included lol). These bindings feel like crap and made out of crap materials and look dumb as all hell walking around with highbacks strapped on.
I’m making a full video addressing angry snowboarders video and gonna try to get it up by the end of the week. Believe me I have been bombarded with comments this morning. But for full transparency no I was not paid for this review or I would’ve disclosed that ahead of time. Yes I make a small amount of commission but that only started after I reached out to them asking for an affiliate code, after I’d been running the bindings for months. But I have links and codes to pretty much all of my gear. I’ve been using the same pair of bindings and hardware for 2 seasons now with no issues and plan to continue to run them. I love them and have no complaints. I promote them and make content about them because I’m stoked on them.
I think they look bad fucking ass
@@JarSac1 ooooo they are 🥶🙌🏻
Hey Alex, good review - thank you. I rode the Clew bindings on and off last season and had a consistent problem with the 2-click step in system. I rarely got the 2nd click to engage even when stepping off the chair at the top of groomers. Do you have any advice for getting that second click to engage more consistently?
Hmmm the only times I’ve heard people having issues was if the footbed was maybe off a spot or 2, or the toe strap not quite centered. Other than that the only time I had the issues was in super deep Utah snow🤔
Also thanks for checking the video out. I’m racking my brain trying to think if there’s anything else. I literally just click right in and ride away 🤔
Try to loosen the toestrap a bit. It makes it alot easier to step in and get the second hock
Thanks for the tip!
I’ll stick with conventional bindings.
Nothing wrong with that. To each their own😊 everybody’s definitely going to have their own personal preference
Thx man that's a real review
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Bruh, why would people listen to a poser reading a script paid by Clew?
False not paid by clew, not in that way anyway and this is my own video. Cover all this here
2 Years On CLEW Step In Snowboard Bindings : COVERING EVERYTHING
ruclips.net/video/CYotcvGWW5M/видео.html
Not to mention what does any of that have to do with wearing the highback😂just facts. You have straps lol
Are you saying, on the record, that you are not receiving anything in return to promote Clew?
@@David-x5m8z I earn affiliate commission just like the rest of my gear that I have affiliate links to, but they have never paid me to make any video no. The ones I’ve made were my choice to make. Like I’ve said I choose to ride these. I’ve ridden them back to back with other bindings and I don’t feel like I’m missing out on anything else.
What are the biggest wear and tear? maybe a vid idea?
Thanks for the idea! I could definitely do that! I did do a longer term review near the end of last season but I could definitely lean more into covering the wear and tear😁
CLEW Long Term Snowboard Binding Review
ruclips.net/video/ynXKQ3M17lQ/видео.html
They have issues with quality of strap and base plate screws. Do your research before buying these, they just aren't there yet. If you aren't hard charging and ride just a few times a year, then give them a shot. But don't expect these things to last longterm.
@@CLGill36 yea i saw a recent video about it but I bought it already. I did notice the screws on the straps are also quite soft. So just have to get the right size screw driver. If it breaks I'll potentially replace the whole ankle strap. Toe strap wise might be tricky since it differs from other brands. Mounting screws aren't that big of an issue to replace. Might just but a set just in case.
I think execution of the idea is great but could use some improvement in quality definitely.
I'm sold. I'm older and errrm...heffter than I used to be, so these look exactly like what I need.
They work like a charm😁🙌🏻
This is not the biggest complaint. The biggest complaint is:
They don't work. Don't believe what anyone says. You'll never get both clicks in.
I get 2 clicks every time and have for 2 years🤷🏻♂️
Comment from another video because I want people to know the truth about these bindings: Even Jonathan Buckhouse says what I'm about to say below. If you're getting both clicks every time, document that, make an unedited video showing you getting off the lift and getting both clicks in right away. Do that on a normal ski day with just a little bit of snow in the base.
Even the tiniest bit of snow, any kind of snow: slush, fresh snow stuck in the base will prevent the bindings to secure to the base. One click, never 2 clicks.
@@slidehouse5 I can document that next time I ride no problem although may be a boring video. If it’s not a powder day I have never had an issue whatsoever
@@slidehouse5 and typically slush is what I’m riding lol unless I’m traveling
@@slidehouse5 like on days like this 100% no issues using step in
I’ve just got a pair of these based offa your review. Do you find it harder to fully engage when the forward lean is at max setting? I am struggling to get the final click in so any advice appreciated.
I have heard it can be a bit trickier to get that second click when you have the forward lean maxed out. I only have my set halfway so I haven’t ran into any issues. Somebody else said on here the other day they loosened the toe strap a click or just hopping on the heel edge one time did the trick
I want to say they had another fix for it as well, but I can’t remember. I’m just now leaving work, if I can get some time, I’ll come through the comments and see if I can find it.
For me once I had the straps perfectly set up and the base plate properly adjusted to my boot, I haven’t ever had an issue
I went back and found it. It is on this video. He said he clicks in as he’s coming off of the chairlift, starts to ride away, and just does a hop on his heels and that gives him the second click.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes coolio. I’ll see how I get on. Off to the Alps at the end of the month and hoping these are going to be as good as they look and the hype suggests. Thanks for taking the time to respond to my message too 👍
This is definitly NOT the most heard complaint about these bindings. Most people complain about either 1: They break easily because it has so many parts/engineered or 2: Issues with clicking in, mostly getting the second click in. Not hating, just stating what Ive seen online and heard from 2 people I know that have them. That being said, it does seem like the majority is very happy with these bindings. Going to try them this season
Nice! Im glad you’re going to try them, I feel like the vast majority of the hate stems from people jumping on the online troll bandwagon, without ever actually giving them a fair shot. This video was made to address the comment I’ve seen and been asked the most over my last year and a half of use with them, or from people saying they’d never try them because of “wearing the highback” I have heard of several people having trouble getting the second click but a lot of times there’s simple fixes for it. If the footbed is not adjusted quite right for your boot size, toe strap not quite in the right position or too tight, or it can be trickier the more highback lean you add as well, I run mine pretty much in the middle setting. I’m not saying it’s these every single time but most of the time it winds up being one of these. Only in deeper snow have I had an issue with it, the rest of the time I’ve used them I’ve never had an issue. Sometimes even a simple hop on your heel will get it right in. And I haven’t actually ever heard of anyone breaking them. Obviously there is more moving parts to them and more mechanisms involved that can break, but so far I’ve never heard of them breaking or failing.
My best tip when you do try them is when you’re coming out, make sure to keep your weight on your heel. A lot of times people will think that they’re stuck and pull really hard on the red lever, but this is a safety feature designed to keep your release from being pulled at the wrong time and your board from falling, so when you come to a stop or need to get out, weight your heel and it comes out seamless every time 😁
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes Sounds good, I will update as well once ive tried them. Do you notice any chatter? Is there any self fix way to deal with it, maybe foam sole inserts?
They’re not the most damp but I don’t think it’s bad. They’re still a super comfortable binding. I think with the right boots they’re just fine. I’ve never had any foot pain, or discomfort riding all day. And I don’t run insoles in my snowboard boots either.
@@BoardsBikesAndHikeshey man, you should take a look at angry snowboarders review. He just completely shat on them, I feel really bad for even buying them and am contemplating sending them back without having them even tried on. He mentioned you/shat on you by name as well, what do you think of his complaints and video in general?
What size boots are you? And what size clew are you using?
I’m a 10.5 boot and run the medium clews
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes sweet I am US 11-11.5 would I be a medium as well
@@andrewgarland9981 you’d be a large 😁
@@andrewgarland9981 large is from size 11-14
Also just for an email from them if you are going to order them I’d do it asap. They’re down to 4% stock on the large in black and 2% in white. About to make a post about it
I have a hard time getting mine to take the second click. Onky been out a few times but i just cant get them dialed in.
The 3 issues I’ve heard of is the footbed not being set quite right, the straps being just slightly off on alignment or the toe strap being too tight. Sometimes I do have to do a bit of a hop on my heel to get in, but typically I just step right in
@BoardsBikesAndHikes I haven't tried with the toe strap not "cranked" down. I'll definitely have to do that in a couple days! Thanks for the tip.
Hopefully it’ll help. I’ve also heard from people it’s more difficult to get that second click with the highbacks leaned all the way. Again worse case scenario a little hop should get them to click in😁
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes the hop is my go to methode right now haha Starting to wonder if my 10.5 boot size more like an 11.. if so I should have got large bindings. But I'll find out soon.
Hopefully it’ll work out alright. My 10.5 fit the medium but I do know some boot brands vary in terms of dimensions. Maybe you can tweak the strap adjustment some as well to see if any positions make them better/worse
Anybody who tried them knows that you can't get both clicks in with the tiniest bit of snow on the base and with an aggressive forward lean. It's hard to believe that you get both clicks in every time based on my experience.
If you have the forward lean maxed you have to hop to get the second click but I run mine at about half. I’ve taken them all over the place the last 2 years and like I’ve said. Only on powder days did I use the straps instead of stepping in
Do you get both clicks every time on a slushy day? With a little bit of slush on the base?
@@slidehouse5 absolutely. Never had a problem in slush and where I ride that’s all I get 99% of the time
Like I said before, hard to believe with my experience. Please do make an unedited video getting both clicks in with snow in the base.
@@slidehouse5 for sure I can make the video. Sorry to hear you’re having trouble. Any time I’ve talked to anyone who has issues they either didn’t have the footpad setup quit right, bindings straps a little off, or the highback lean maxed out which makes people sometimes have to take a little hop. Hopefully you’re able to figure it out
I’m just scared of eating it and my foot popping out.
Nah it’s not gonna happen. I ate it plenty last season and never had it pop loose. I also had my board dangling in -20 winds in Jackson and it didn’t release. It’s got a safety feature where if your weight is not in the heel of the binding even if the red lever gets pulled it won’t release. I ran burton step ons for 2 years before these, you just get used to the step in system and you’re never worried about it releasing after that 😁
The Nidecker Supermatics do the same, minus the dork factor. And as an added bonus, with the Supermatics, I don't need to carry a pocket full of tools to do any on mountain adjustments. But if you decide to purchase the Clew, I highly recommend checking out Avran's non-sponsored review over at The Angry Snowboarder.
I would like to try them for a day just to see how they compare, but just from watching how they work, they don’t look as smooth or easy to get in and out of as these are. I know they’re also about a pound heavier, but I would like to try them just to be able to accurately compare the two.
The timing of the unstrap clip 😂 well done
🤣😁thanks
Great bindings. I do have 2nd click in issues which are related to me having the forward lean at max setting ( most forward position ) the way around this i have worked out is to click in getting off the chairlift, ride away, hop up and stomp both heels on to the snow and that usually gets them 2 clicked in 👍
Ahhhh gotcha! Ya I had someone else mention that a while back that at the max lean it can be a bit tricker to get in. Thanks for the tip!! I’ve thought about adding more forward lean to mine to see how it affects my carving. I have them leaned about halfway
What you just described sounds like an absolutely terrible binding. I'm sure someone is going to get hurt on these death traps if it hasn't already happened. I heard they were shipping the wrong hardware with these at first as well so the screws were stripping and coming out along with the double click system sucking.
Hi, newb here 🙋🏽♀️. I got a pair of clew binding and I think as a beginner, they are fantastic. It allows me to pop in and out and also able to use it traditionally. I finally got to mount the bindings and they are great! I was wondering if you guys have any suggestions regarding the high back rubbing on the boa adjustment knob. My DC boots have a double boa knob in the front and by the mid section. The mid section knob rubs against the high back :( causing it to come undone. Any suggestions for this newb is greatly appreciated :)
Nice!!! Glad to hear you like them! Thats awesome! I have a buddy who is also a beginner and grabbed a pair early on and it made his life so much easier. You might need to adjust exactly where the strap comes across. I’ve got dual boa dc boots as well and my strap sits right below it 🤔I wish I could see a picture just to help more
If you can send me a picture of it on my IG, then I can see it better and see exactly how it sits🤔
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@@BoardsBikesAndHikes thanks for the feedback!! I’ll send you a photo in IG 😊
@@jnkneens no problem! Hopefully I can get it figured out for you!
do they use aany boot or do you have to get an specific boot
nvm
Yep the Clew can fit ANY boot😁👍🏼
This is coming from a paid clew rep!
It is true that I do have an affiliate link for clew, but I have affiliate links to all my gear🤷🏻♂️
. But that has nothing to do with the fact of how these bindings function and you don’t have to leave the high-back attached.
Affiliate links and being a paid rep are two different things. Your scumming and not transparent. Not things I look for when buying a new product.
I’m NOT a paid rep though lol that’s what I’m saying and being transparent. I only have affiliate links. No brand or gear I use pays me to use them
And just to make sure you both see this comment, again to clarify. I AM NOT A PAID REP. I’m not on that level🤣
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes you received goods for a good review same same little different and you’re right though about the function of the high backs
Can you turn snowboard without skid?
Absolutely but skidding soft snow is just too much fun
@@BoardsBikesAndHikes but you skid on hardpacks too
cheap garbage bindings that only paid "influencers" and total Jerrys use, period.
Except that’s not the case at all
Amen brotha!
😁🙏🏻thannnnnk you!!!🙌🏻
was lucky enough to get a pair of clews for the season. so far been a blast not having to bend over to deal with strapping in. What I like about them better than Burton's step ons (aside from not needing a specific boot) is they can be used as both traditional bindings or as step ins and what I like about them better than the Nidecker Supermaticis or Flow is if you want a 2nd pair of bindings, you only need to purchase a 200$ base plate, not a whole other pair of bindings
Nice! Glad to hear your enjoying yours and got a pair too! Thats great! Definitely I agree 100%! The second base set is so nice!😁makes life way easier (and cheaper 😁)
how do you strap in if you dont bend over? do you wear the highback 24\7?. does someone else bend over and strap the ankle strap for you.. these are only a half way house step in. you NEED to use them like an normal binding all day except in the lift line. they solve nothing
Really good points. They get way too much hate.
Thanks😁. People love to hate something new and different. They get a bunch for no reason but as soon as something else new comes along, people will move onto to the next thing to hate on. They make an awesome product in my book, durable, reliable and a super fast and easy step in system to use. Plus excellent customer service. I have no complaints
For good reason!!
Its very true most of the people online mocking the Clews have no Clew how they work...see what I did there. But really they are a two in one binding, you can use them as traditional or use them as quick release style. Also I see many people knocking how much they weigh, they are literally one more pound than the Burton step ins. I have used mine now about 5 different sessions and they are very slick and love how fast I can get going after unloading from the chair.
100% haha and I caught that🤣. I think everybody immediately jumps on the online trolls bandwagon without ever actually testing them out for themselves. And you’re right ya they’re a little heavier but also burtons don’t have the straps and they do have extra hardware on the boot which nobody accounts for. These are only like 2oz heavier than a standard binding. Plus the nideckers are a pound heavier than these🤷🏻♂️glad to hear you’re enjoying them😁🙌🏻
Seems great. Still too expensive. Likely to buy them already used
I love mine. Two seasons in and not a single issue. I like the way they ride and handle every bit of terrain that I’ve thrown at them. It is a big investment, but definitely worth it if you ever get the chance.
People are idiots! They rather hate than try something new
100% 🙌🏻 I don’t get it. At least give them a fair shot
I tried them, they're junk!!
Any rider who has a clew about snowboarding would not have a clew. Supermatics and StepOns are both far superior systems at similar price points. I personally switch between stepon and regular bindings depending on if im riding solo (StepOn) or with a crew, since ill have to wait for everyone anways. From what i gather, the actual biggest drawbacks of Clew are: 1 - bad quality straps. 2 - huge dead spot underfoot from design. 3 - unavailability of spare parts.
I’d like to try the supermatics at some-point just to be able to accurately compare all 3. I ran the burton step ons for 2 years before switching to the CLEW and I prefer the clew out of the 2. Nideckers I haven’t tried but from what I’ve seen in deep snow they can pack full of snow and the step in mechanism won’t work, and then the straps have locks on them so they don’t work quite like traditional straps. And then the burtons I never got them in deep snow but that was always a fear in the back of my mind was if snow got too deep I’d be sort of stuck, but I always wanted to test them in powder just to see how they did. But with the newer step on design I do see a lot of broken toe clips. Again never happened to me with either of my pairs but if that toe clip breaks your out of luck. That being said I loved the way the burtons rode. The clew I just like a bit better and offer me the best of both worlds. Step in speed when I want it, and straps when I need them. I don’t feel like the straps are any less quality than a union strap or burton straps I’d used in the last. And if you need parts for the straps you could just use any other brand parts to get by and for the clew specific parts you are correct you’d have to order them although there are a few shops that have started carrying them in the US. But I don’t know what all they’d have in terms of spares
I like how they ride and honestly have no complaints about them but, to each their own. Every rider is going to have their own personal preference and needs🙂
I've riden all three. They all have their plusses.
With regard cost, it is ridiculous to compare the Nideckers and Clews to the Burton system, where you have to buy a binding and boot combo. This is fine if your foot suits the Burton boots and you have a thick wallet. Otherwise, it's a huge expense and possibly throwing your money away. We all know the best boot is the one that fits, so if Burton don't fit, the system isn't for you. And that's before we get into the well documented problems that a truly strapless system can have, regard entry and exit, in compromised situations.
The Nideckers and Clews are more versatile, allowing any rider with any boot, to use the system.
The Nidecker is better than the Clew, form a standalone binding, performance point of view. Any high end rider, with experience of decent bindings will notice this. However, the Clew is a far better system to use as a step in. Any body trying all three systems will instantly notice that the Clew is easier to enter and exit , than the other two
Having riden all three, I'd say that none are perfect and with plenty of really good, traditional bindings available, none are 'nessesary'. They are all diferent and will suit someone.
The Nideckers are good for nobody, being an OK binding, that isn't a particularly good step in. I'm not sure who would buy these, or why.
The Burtons are good for lazy, Burton fan boys, who don't ride powder and can't be arsed with straps.
The Clews are the opposite of the Nideckers, a great step in, but not a top end binding. This will suit people who don't need a top end binding and can't be arsed with straps. It has less of the disadvantages of the other two but also has less of thier benifits, in terms of performance.
For me personally, in a pair of Salamon boots that fit and perform better than anything Burton offers, Clews, are the only choice for a step in system. Even forgetting the bad fit of the Burtons, I'm not convinced the performance of the set up was all that. It seemed a bit stiff but without any benifits in precision and control. I suspect that ironically, despite thier poor step-on performance in powder, like many Burton products, the performance issues I noticed, would go unnoticed, in soft snow and deep powder. I can genuinly board better in my Salomons with the Clews, than in the Burton set up.
If Clew recognise this and provide the same system, in an upgraded binding, they will be onto a winner but, I suspect they don't have to. Most people who want a top end binding, don't need or want, a step in.😂
Having said all that, I use Salamon Highlander bindings because they give better performance than all three. The closest in terms of performance was the Clews, followed by the Nideckers. The Burtons didn't impress as a step in or in terms of performance.