bindings - flow-ins

Hi folks,

first post here. Seems a helpful place, so just wanted to ask if there is anyone out there with Flow-in bindings for their board. I was thinking of getting a set because last time I was out a friend of mine seemed to be having a much easier time than me at the top of the lift. But, are there any drawbacks that I don’t know of?

Cheers

We tried them for a few hours in Seefeld last year. cant remember make but I found them easier because I could use a softer boot with them. But Hubby was not so keen he felt he did not have so much support and control because the boots we tried with them were softer than ours. Because our boots/boots/bindings were new that year we did not even consider changing.

Thanks,

so the boots are the issue as much as the bindings.

For some reason step in bindings have gone out of style. Some of the designs could be a pain if they became clogged with snow and it meant you had to have boots that matched the bindings, but they were very convenient for short runs. Burton SI were probably the best of the true step ins. The Flow design is a hybrid, offering the convenience of step in with the tweakability of a two strap.

I've used them a few times, in powder and on hard pack. Maybe very slightly more work to clear them of snow befor putting your boot in, but the ease of closing more than compensates. Obviousely, as there is a moving part, there is possibility of breakage. I would definately go for them.

Trencher

powder wrote:Thanks,

so the boots are the issue as much as the bindings.

That's an advantage. It gives you the choice of a softer boot for the park or a stiffer boot for freeriding. There are several models of flow bindings offering different high backs and construction.

Trencher

I am usually the only skier when I go with my friend and they have all converted to Flow bindings.

A few years back I'd have to hang around for ages until they straped in and tightened up. Now though we are all off as soon as the chair hits the top.

Buy them for the sake of the impatient token skier.

Cheers folks, much appreciated. Think I'll start looking around :)

I've had Flows for past couple of seasons and rate them for the ease of use in comparison to 'usual' straps. Having said that there are some things to consider;

you cant put them on when sitting on your arse

if you stand on the covers in accident, then they will move inwards and you'l have to adjust

they do have some flex to them which some think affect the reaction of riders

they are not the easiest to adjust that little bit extra you want.


I have just sold mine on and got some k2's which combine the ease of use of the flows with the additional benefits of the 'normal' straps. I'll tell you how i get on soon!

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