Who makes the best snowboard boots and bindings?
Posted on September 28th, 2009 by admin
I’m buying new boots and bindings. In your opinion who makes the best boots and bindings? Also I’m kindof worried whether I should stick to the same companyfor both the boots and bindings or if it’s ok to use boots from one company and bindings from another? Thanks for the help!
When it comes to buying boots you should try and compromise between style and comfort. Last season I spent 3 months teaching and was pleased with the burton boots I had chosen, but they weren’t the ones I wanted. Different companies have different fits, burton and thirtytwos tend to be quite a wide boot, but salomon tend to be narrower. If you have a narrow foot and really like a burton boot try to go for something more suitable for your foot, otherwise you could be in pain from poor fitted boots and therefore not ride and improve as well as you could. If you ask at your local shop they should have a good idea of the fits and always be sure to get something that feels snug so that you can wear them in, other than getting something that’s comfy and then once you’ve worn them in find that your heel lifts in your boot.
On the issue of the boot/bindings combo. It shouldn’t be too much hassle if you switch brands if you go for something similar eg Burton boots with Ride bindings. That said I has burton boots with Salomon bindings and board and after a bit of playing around got them to feel how I wanted them. Depends on how much you are willing to play around with them to get them just how you want them.
At the end of the day, the boots are the most important bit of kit you own, if those aren’t good and comfy then you could have the best board and bindings and be an awful rider. If you really hate them you could always get some really baggy pants to cover the boots up. Trust me on this one.
September 28th, 2009 at 12:31 pm
I’m not sure, but if u go to my fav place ( http://www.snowboardwomens.com ) even if ur a guy, you can click on any of the links and go to a store, with many reviews and stuff (and good prices!) I think theres also a forum, post to it and someone might answer there too. Good luck
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Chicks Who Carve aka http://www.snowboardwomens.com
September 28th, 2009 at 1:09 pm
Burton definately makes the best boots and bindings. They have bindings for a cheap price that look good. The boot lacing system is the best.
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September 28th, 2009 at 1:33 pm
i think its really based on when your try stuff on….like everyone is different meaning some stuff fit others better….there really isnt a "best" snowboard company.
i agree with the dude tho, burton does make good shoes and if you go on sierrasnowboards they’ve got alot shit for cheap, usually 50% off.
if i was getting boots and bindings id get them from the same company cause they are built to fit their own better than say thirtytwo boots with burton bindings….i dont really think theres a difference but ive never really tried that out cause all my gear is from burton
bottom line dude, you just have to try stuff out, cause u are the one wearing the boots, not the dude above or the girl before him…and there really isnt a awsome brand the wins when compared to others, everyone has their favorites tho….id look into burton tho, i love their boots =)
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September 28th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
for boots…thirtytwo is a good brand.
of coarse it’s ok to use different brand boots and bindings.
for bindings…i don’t know :/
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September 28th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
ive always found 32 to be the most comfortable boot. but mila is right, you gotta go try the stuff on yourself. boots are THE most important part of your setup. unhappy feet equals an unhappy rider.
for bindings, Ride and Flux are awesome. and i like the Burton Cartels. ive rode with them for ever it seems and never had a problem.
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fellow shredder
September 28th, 2009 at 2:37 pm
When it comes to buying boots you should try and compromise between style and comfort. Last season I spent 3 months teaching and was pleased with the burton boots I had chosen, but they weren’t the ones I wanted. Different companies have different fits, burton and thirtytwos tend to be quite a wide boot, but salomon tend to be narrower. If you have a narrow foot and really like a burton boot try to go for something more suitable for your foot, otherwise you could be in pain from poor fitted boots and therefore not ride and improve as well as you could. If you ask at your local shop they should have a good idea of the fits and always be sure to get something that feels snug so that you can wear them in, other than getting something that’s comfy and then once you’ve worn them in find that your heel lifts in your boot.
On the issue of the boot/bindings combo. It shouldn’t be too much hassle if you switch brands if you go for something similar eg Burton boots with Ride bindings. That said I has burton boots with Salomon bindings and board and after a bit of playing around got them to feel how I wanted them. Depends on how much you are willing to play around with them to get them just how you want them.
At the end of the day, the boots are the most important bit of kit you own, if those aren’t good and comfy then you could have the best board and bindings and be an awful rider. If you really hate them you could always get some really baggy pants to cover the boots up. Trust me on this one.
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CASI Level II Instructor
September 28th, 2009 at 2:43 pm
Keep in mind that when a company designs their bindings, they design them around their boots. So naturally keeping with the same brand will get you the best integration. But, if for some reason the company that makes the boots you like doesn’t make bindings you like or vice versa, you can mix and match. It wouldn’t be a problem.
When it comes to specific brands, I am a huge fan of Head boots and bindings. They have been designing boots for a very long time so they’ve got it down very well. Also, their bindings are by far some of the most comfortable I have ridden(not to mention extremely durable). I have a pair that have well over 100 days on them and I have not had a single issue.
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