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Union Force

The #1 binding in snowboarding - The next generation of Force snowboard bindings have arrived. Fully redesigned for the 2023/24 winter season, the new Force provides a smooth and responsive ride feel for any rider, any condition and any terrain. More professional snowboarders choose to ride the Union Force snowboard binding than any other binding on the market today. Ride like the best, ride the Union Force.

PRODUCT DETAILS

RESPONSE RATING: Medium-Stiff 7/10

S9 Duraflex ST Baseplate
Built with a purpose. The Stage 9 Duraflex ST Baseplate offers Union’s highest levels of strength and energy transmission to date. Backed by Union’s lifetime warranty guarantee.

Molecular Bushing System
Union’s all new Molecular Bushing Suspension System acts as an additional layer of dampening and shock absorption between you and your snowboard.

S19 Duraflex ST Highback
Layered highback construction allows riders to achieve stronger edge to edge response while still maintaining tortional flexibility for a comfortable ride.

ExoFrame 6.0 Ankle Strap
Padded comfort meets response. The all-new Exoframe 6.0 Ankle Strap features our new Molecular Ankle Strap Padding all the way over the edge of the plastic Exoframe strap body. This new design helps to minimize foot and ankle fatigue by reducing pressure points.

TS 5.0 Toe Strap
Union's newest and most comfortable toe strap to date. The TS 5.0 Toe Strap easily shapes to any snowboard boot and offers maximum grip from all angles.

FEATURES:

SIZE GUIDE

Union Ultra

Strap into the most comfortable men's snowboard binding ever developed. The Union Ultra provides a cushioned ride feel like you’ve never experienced before. Each component of the Ultra acts as a suspension system for your snowboard boots, loading and unloading with each movement as you ride. Welcome to the future of snowboard binding design. 

PRODUCT DETAILS

RESPONSE RATING: Medium 5/10

Stage 11 ASYM Duraflex ST Baseplate
By removing excess material in the toe and heel of the baseplate, and utilizing a brand new asymmetrical shape, we've been able to drastically increase the torsional flex of the binding. The Ultra's Stage 11 ASYM baseplate allows for 360 degree board flex and feel.

S15 Ultra Duraflex ST Highback
6 degrees of preloaded forward lean hugs your boot and allows for quick edge to edge response. While the all new molecular highback bushing provides increased freestyle flex and rebound while riding. This unique highback construction is exclusive to Union Binding Company.

Forma X Ankle Straps
Instant response meets all day long foot comfort. The Forma X ankle strap's all-new construction combines our responsive Exoframe exterior with the padded comfort and flexibility of the Forma interior. Form fits perfectly to any boot on the market today.

Molecular Bushing
Union's all-new Molecular bushing provides spring-loaded take offs and perfectly cushioned landings. 15% lighter than Union Fused Vaporite and guaranteed to minimize foot, ankle and knee fatigue. This is the future of freestyle binding design.

TPE Outsole
Exclusive to Union, this 100% new binding manufacturing process requires zero bushing gluing and adds another layer of dampening and vibration canceling material to the all-new Ultra.

Union Juliet

All-day comfort with enough control to enjoy the entire mountain. The Union Juliet is a durable all-mountain women's snowboard binding designed for beginner to intermediate snowboarders looking to push their snowboarding to the next level.

Binding Type: All Mountain

Flex: 6/10 (Mid)

Board Compatibility: This Union binding comes with a Universal Disk, compatible with 2x4, 4x4, and channel binding mounting systems.

Baseplate:

Stage 5 Duraflex

The Juliet Baseplate is lightweight, incredibly durable, and is naturally canted for less joint stress and fatigue.

Highback: 

S11 Duraflex

Featuring an anatomically correct shape and streamlined design that provides a seamless boot to binding interface with lateral freedom for maximum leverage, the highback is also responsive and durable so it can take a thrashing season after season.

Buckles: 

Aluminium

A smooth and fast mechanism combined with Union aluminium creates a light and durable ratchet that feels good, looks good, and works even better.

Straps: 

Exoframe 2.0 Ankle Strap + TS-1.0 Hexgrip Toe Straps

The Exoframe 2.0 and Hexgrip straps, which provide the security and comfort you'd expect from Union bindings but with reduced weight, materials, and a better boot to binding connection with none of the elastic stretching found in regular straps. The Hinge on the ankle strap allows for easier entry, while the secure-lock system on the toe strap doubles the connection strength, so your bindings are more durable and dependable than ever.

Cushioning:

EXT Thermoformed EVA bushings offer multiple season durability along with a smoother ride, enhanced comfort, and extra impact and vibration absorption when you need it most.

Additional Features:

Extruded 3D Aluminium Heelcups:

This heelcup increased the stiffness of the binding, increases response, and is adjustable to help you dial in the perfect fit.

Tool-less Forward Lean Adjuster:

No tools needed for this one, just flick the tab down and slide the panel for more response or a looser feeling ride on the fly.

Grade 8.8 Hardware:

Union ensure their hardware is reliable by using the strongest steel available on the market.

Canting:

The footbed of this binding is angled to better align your joints and provide a more natural feeling, less fatiguing ride.

Sizing: Women's Medium suits US 6.5 -8.5 / Eu 37-40.5

Ride the entire mountain without breaking the bank. The STR is the perfect intro to Union's All-Mountain binding category. A responsive Stage 5 Duraflex baseplate, paired with the supportive S11 Duraflex highback, and super durable Exoframe 2.0 ankle strap, will keep you feeling locked in and ready to power through whatever the mountain can throw at you.

Flex: 6/10

Details:

• Baseplate: Stage 5 Duraflex baseplate: All day comfort and response for riding the entire mountain. The bombproof Stage 5 Duraflex baseplate is built to last. Backed by a lifetime warranty.
• Bushing: EXT Thermoformed EVA: Shock absorbing EVA padding saves your heels and promotes a true and even board flex
• Heelcup: Extruded 3D Aluminum: Designed for optimum heel hold and minimization of drag. Lifetime warranty.
• Highback: S11 Duraflex: Comfortable, responsive and ready to carve up the mountain.
• Ankle Strap: Exoframe 2.0: Lightweight, super durable and provide a locked in ride feel.
• Toe Strap: TS 1.0 Hexgrip: Multi-Positional options, thermoplastic anti-slip material and fits to any boot.
• Ratchet: Aluminum: Fast in, fast out - Union aluminum ratchets are easy to use and made to stand the test of time.
• FLAD: Tool-Less: Quickly adjust your forward lean angle to suit the terrain in front of you.
• Hardware: Grade 8.8 Steel: The strongest steel on the market.
• Strap Adjustment: Traditional: Easily Adjust With A #3 Screw Driver
• Canting: Yes