Description Evolution for the binding that started a revolution. The Custom has the right balance between flexibility and response, with a solid dose of trickle-down features from our high-end bindings.
Long Fiber Reinforced Baseplate: Ultra-light and responsive.
Custom Skyback: A legendary design that allows tweaking and motion.
New Engagement Mechanism: Improved action getting in and out.
New Snow Seal Mechanism: No clogging or jamming.
2-Component EVA Pads: Cushion for baseplates, Skyback, and Gas Pedals.
Tool-Free Strap Adjustment: On-hill customization whenever you want it.
Detailing: Automotive finish.
Summary: I was tired of Strap-in regular bindings and was looking for something faster and more practicle.
Found this system really affordable for boots + bindings and find out it was really fast to use step-ins.
I just completed season 2009-2010 at Whistler-Blackcomb with 100 days and I've had these in 2002.
Been riding around 10 to 50 days per year since then.
Customer Service: I want another pair of boots because I glue the bottom and the bindings are still in perfect shape.
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Review Date February 2, 2003
Overall Rating 2 of 5
Value Rating 2 of 5
Used product for One
Visitors rate this review 5.00 of 5,
3.00 votes
Reviewed by: erbenson(Unregistered User)
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Intermediate
, from Newark, DE
Summary: I recently picked up a pair of Burton Custom SI bindings for use with a pair of Burton Ruler boots. On the first weekend of use, the step lever/locking mechanism snapped. Conditions were fair and use consisted primarily of freeriding on beginner/intermediate slopes with no shock loads to the binding.
The locking mechanism is cast aluminum or sintered (powdered) metal. The underside of the latch has a rapid change in profile, leading to a stress concentration at the base of the step lever. The step lever (as the name would suggest) acts as a lever and increases the force (moment actually) about the base of the lever. A redesign of the lever to reduce the change in profile or a change in material would reduce or eliminate the problem.
During use, the bindings did not latch as easy as other bindings tested. On several occasions, I had to use both hands to flex the board to get the bindings to latch. The Burton binding release latches include a pair of plastic 'wings' that protrude when latched correctly. The wings are easy to see, but with latches on either side of the foot, they become a pain to release.
If the bindings would not have broken, I would probably give the bindings an average rating. While the latches fall into the annoying category, the bindings did hold, were easy to install and adjust. Since they did break, however, I'd like nothing more than to exchange them for a pair of strap-ins.
The local shop commented that they have seen several with the same or similar failures of the latching mechanism.
Similar Products Used: Switch step-ins
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Review Date December 4, 2002
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Value Rating 4 of 5
Used product for Countless
Visitors rate this review 2.00 of 5,
1.00 votes
Reviewed by: Crew Porter(Unregistered User)
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HardCore
, from NY
Summary: these bindings are bad boy and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone.
I've had no trouble with them and they are easy to get in and out.
Definitely good for a sweet ride at any mountain resort or terrain park.
Similar Products Used: ride bindings, but not as good
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Review Date October 29, 2002
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Used product for Countless
Visitors rate this review 3.00 of 5,
2.00 votes
Reviewed by: Dave (Unregistered User)
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HardCore
Summary: I Love these bindings havent had a singal problem i recomend these to any one begginer or expert!
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Summary: Well to start out i will be starting my second season teaching snowboarding at Brandywine Ski Resort this year(i'm 17), I have only had one setup of my own, but I have ridden SO many boards, you get to demo alot of boards when you teach there, but anyway i personally thought that my Burton SIs kicked ass, well for teaching that is...
...The truth is you cant beat a good old pair of "crappy strappies", if you are riding at a big resort and just chillen there then you DEFONATALLY want straps, but considering i am mainly at Brandywine, the step ins work awsome because you are in and out of them so much.
So basically you need to ask yourself: Am i going to be at a small resort and be in and out of my bindings every 30 seconds, or am i going to be sitting on the lift then cruzing down the hill for about 5 minuets (at a bigger resort).
Also another plus is that with my boot/binding setup i have now, i can use the same boots for either my step ins or a set of straps, i'm loking at getting the Burton CFX (for like 200), or if i wanna just go all out i think i'll get the Drake Limited( but thats like 300 $$$), but like i was saying i have the Burton Zone boots (another $220), but not only are these bots comfortable, you can take off the heelstrap, and because there is no little "pegs" (rossingnol stepins) sticking out of the sides of the boots, they will be compatable with strap in boots, so you could actually try them both out if you go with a burton step in boot.
Well i'm guessing this review is long enough so remember- LivE tO RidE...rIDe To lIVe
-DaN-
Similar Products Used: I have ridden ALOT of ProForm stuff (sorry but you have to be a snowboard instructor to be able to get it, and if you are ask your ski school director about it).
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