2015/16 BINDING TECHNOLOGY TECHNICAL BREAKDOWN FOR FLOW BINDINGS
Flow bindings have stood the test of time. It all began with the original Reclining Hiback. Since then we have gone on to innovate every aspect of the snowboard binding with features like our ActiveStrap technology, PowerStraps, PowerTriangle and Locking Slap Ratchets to name a few.
CORE TECHNOLOGY
BASEPLATES & FOOTBEDS
These are the three fundamentals that make Flow bindings an industry leader.
THE ORIGINAL RECLINING HIBACK
All of Flow’s baseplates are uniquely engineered to transfer energy directly to the board without loss of efficiency or natural board feel.
ROCKERED BASEPLATE
The reclining hiback is a pivotal part for the fastest SpeedEntry.
POWER TRIANGLE CABLE
The steel cable creates a structural triangular geometry for optimal energy transfer from hiback to baseplate.
Engineered to transfer energy directly to the board without loss of efficiency. The minimized contact area with the board, channels your power where it needs to go while the rockered corners of the baseplate allow any type of board to maintain optimal flex. Featured on all Flow bindings.
CANTED BANK-BED
POWERSTRAP POWER TRIANGLE
These straps cover a larger area of your mid-foot and connect the ankle and toe zones for a more convenient, comfortable, and more powerful riding experience.
BankBeds are full-length EVA-footbeds with 2.5º canting for optimized fit, support, and energy transfer. Featured on NX2, Fuse, OMNI, Nexus and Juno models.
HIBACKS Flow hibacks fully recline so you can get in and out of a Flow binding faster with no hassle or sitting down. The PowerTriangle cable efficiently transfers the energy from the hiback and directs it into the baseplate.
SUPPORT PANELS & TWEAK-FACTOR The upper zone of the ModBacks use independently adjustable SupportPanels with model-specific “Tweak-Factor” flexes and anatomical shapes to deliver fine-tuned performance. Lower Tweak-factor = softer feel Higher Tweak-factor = overall more supportive
MOD-BACK The modular hibacks separate the lower and upper zones for targeted strength, support, and flex where you need it. The Alu Mod-Backs offer more stiffness and response, while the GF-Nylon Mod-Backs offer a lively and fun feel. On the NX2, Fuse, and OMNI models, the lower zone also automatically triggers Active Strap Technology.
OC KUSH CUSHIONING
POWER STRAPS Flow 3-D shaped PowerStrap footstraps cover a larger area of your foot, especially over the critical mid-foot area connecting the ankle and toe straps together. This results in more control over your snowboard and better energy transfer in your turns. You do not have to tighten these straps to the point where you cut off your blood circulation and get cold and cramped feet. Why torture your feet when you can get the performance and comfort of Flow PowerStraps? Our Flow PowerStraps and the adjustment buckles are also designed to work seamlessly with the SpeedEntry Reclining Hiback. You have to adjust these foot-straps to your boot only once, then you lock the ratchets into place, and you can immediately start to enjoy the ease of getting into and out of your bindings through the hiback. Set-it and Forget-it means: always enjoy the perfect and consistent tightness, no hassle with ratchets in the snow, and with our new Locking Slap Ratchets - LSR you can still easily make adjustments on the fly or open & close the foot-straps when you don’t feel like using the hiback.
FUSION POWERSTRAP
OC-Kush cushioning dampens landings and absorbs chatter. Featured on the NX2 series in the OC-Kush basepad, which fits perfectly to the rockered baseplate shape for efficient energy transfer. Some NX2 and Fuse series models feature OC-Kush toe and heel impact inserts for additional comfort.
The FUSION PowerStrap is 3-D shaped, fuses the ankle and toe zones over the mid-foot, and is padded for a super comfortable form-fit to your boot. This PowerStrap provides maximum support and energy transmission.
NX2-SERIES
ACTIVE STRAP TECHNOLOGY SpeedEntry has never been more convenient without sacrificing the superior performance, comfort, and power transmission that Flow bindings are famous for. With our revolutionary Active Strap Technology (N.A.S.T.Y.), the strap automatically lifts up when you open the reclining hiback and actively tightens again when you close the hiback. Active Strap Technology reduces friction and creates more room so that getting in and out of your binding is faster and easier than ever. We’re changing the game in binding performance. Featured on NX2, Fuse and OMNI models.
STRAP ACTIVATION
When you open the hiback, the strap gets actively pushed out of the way, so you can easily and conveniently get your boot in and out of the binding. With the same ease, the footstrap hugs your boot at the consistent tightness you first set it at, each time you close the hiback.
The NX2 models offer a lightweight Aluminumalloy rockered baseplate. This is our stiffest and most responsive baseplate. All NX2 models also feature Active Strap Technology.
EXO-FIT POWERSTRAP The EXO-FIT PowerStrap features an exoskeleton support-frame that wraps the 3-D shaped EVA and form fits perfectly to your boot while providing great ankle support and energy transmission.
BUCKLES Set-it and Forget-it! All Flow buckles lock 2-ways! Truly a hassle-free SpeedEntry experience. Fine tune your bindings only once and then be on your way.
LOCKING SLAP RATCHET - LSR BUCKLE These innovative Locking Slap Ratchet (LSR) buckles give you the option to easily get in and out of your bindings any which way you like. Whether SpeedEntry or DualEntry, they lock down to secure your preferred footstrap tightness.
FUSE-SERIES The Fuse-series baseplate is a glass-filled Nylon rockered baseplate with Aluminum-alloy sidewings. This is a slightly softer baseplate than the NX2, but still fun & responsive, for riders that prefer the feel of a molded base. Featured on the Fuse and OMNI models with ModBack & Active Strap Technology, and on the Nexus and Juno models with the Uniback.
H-SERIES Bindings in our H-series (Five, Minx, Alpha and Haylo models) are made from a very durable and slightly more forgiving POM composite plastic, and feature our rockered design.
MICRON-SERIES Our Micron bindings are also made from a very durable and more forgiving composite plastic. Supportive and fun!
UNI-BACK Lightweight 1-piece hibacks that fully recline for easy SpeedEntry & Exit and the comfortable EVA pads reduce the pressure on your legs.
MINI-RATCHET BUCKLES HYBRID POWER-CAP-STRAP The HYBRID PowerCapStrap is a revolutionary hybrid between Flow’s SpeedEntry convenience and conventional 2-strap SideEntry, merging the best of both in this Dual-Entry configuration. The toe-cap fits snug onto the toe of your boot, and delivers a perfect fit every time.
Precisely fit your PowerStrap to your boot and micro-adjust on the fly if needed. Simply pull the lightweight Airframe-lever and lock it down to secure your preferred strap tightness.
QUICK-SET BUCKLES When you open the reclining hiback, a simple system actively lifts up the strap, and this same system tightens the strap automatically when you close the hiback.
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RECLINING HIBACK
Adjust your straps on the medial side to fit your boot. Easy, secure and the convenient numbers on the ladderstraps help you dial in your setting.
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