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Flux XF Snowboard Bindings Review

Last Updated: December 16, 2024 by Nate

Flux XF 2024-2025 Bindings Review

Hello and welcome to my Flux XF bindings review.

In this review, I will take a look at the XFs as all-mountain-freeride snowboard bindings.

As per tradition here at SnowboardingProfiles.com I will give the XFs a score out of 100 (based on several factors) and see how they compare with other all-mountain-freeride bindings.

Overall Rating

Bindings: Flux XF

Price: $369 (USD recommended retail)

Style: All-Mountain-Freeride

Other Uses: All-Mountain, Freeride

Flex Rating: Medium-Stiff (4/5)

Flex Feel: Medium-Stiff (7/10)

Rating Score: 93.1/100

Compared to other All-Mtn-Freeride Bindings

Of the 21 current model all-mountain freeride bindings that we tested:

  • The average score was 84.8/100
  • The highest score was 93.1/100
  • The lowest score was 79.8/100
  • The average price was $349
  • WordPress Responsive Table

    ❄️ The XF ranked 1st out of 21


    Overview of the XF’s Specs

    Check out the tables for the XF’s specs and available sizes.

    Specs

    Style:

    All-Mountain-Freeride

    Price: 

    $369 - BUYING OPTIONS

    Ability Level: 

    Ability Level high intermediate to expert

    Flex: 

    Snowboard Flex 7

    Edge-to-Edge: 

    Fast

    Weight: 

    Normal

    Mounts To: 

    2 x 4 | 4 x 4

    Sizing

    SIZE 

    US BOOT SIZE

    EURO BOOT SIZE

    UK BOOT SIZE

    S

    4.5-7.5

    36-40.5

    3.5-6.5

    M

    7-9.5

    40-42.5

    6-8.5

    L

    9+

    42+

    8+

    Who are the XF Most Suited To?

    The XFs are great for anyone looking to match to a medium to medium stiff board. Great for that 6/10 to 8/10 flex range. 

    In addition if you are looking for something with great ankle support, I found these very supportive of my ankles.

    They are also very comfortable and highly adjustable - so you can them dialed in just right. If you're willing to sacrifice a little in terms of shock absorption, these bindings are one of the better going around, IMO. One of my all-time favorites. 

    Not for beginners, but work for a high-end intermediate rider, assuming they suit their style of riding. 


    The XF in More Detail

    O.k. let’s take a more detailed look at what the XFs are capable of.

    Demo Info

    Flux XF 2021 ReviewBindings: Flux XF 2021, Large

    Date: March 8, 2020

    Conditions: Well groomed and hard packed on groomer. Not super hard but quite firm for the most part. 

    Off-groomer good. Nothing fresh, but still some old snow and nothing too crunchy or icy or anything. 

    Colder than the day before. Part of that being here hour earlier because daylight saving. -11°C (12.2°F) and -14°C (6.8°F) with wind, but it felt even colder than that.

    Cloudy but still at least 90% visibility. 

    Bindings angles: +15/-15

    Stance Width: 550 (21.7”)

    Board tested with: Rossignol One LF, 2018

    Boots tested with: Salomon Lo-Fi, size US10

    Baseplate Length: 24.5cm (9.65″) – the toe ramp was slightly extended, so it goes a little shorter than that. And since the heel ramp and the toe ramp both adjust it can go a good bit longer than that.  I suspect they would go as short as 24cm or possibly even shorter and probably as long as 25.5cm. 

    Highback Height: 20cm (7.87″)

    Height from footbed to top of highback: 27cm (10.63″)

    Flex

    More twist in highback than I remember from the previous model, but not massive amount of twist. Trying to bend it back, there is zero movement. Solid as. Overall when riding felt like a 7/10. Stiffer than medium, but with a little forgiveness.  

    Responsiveness

    Just like I remembered it from previous models. Made my board feel more “carvy” – as in could carve harder and hold a carve deeper versus my test bindings (Burton Malavita). Almost felt to a point of being mildly twitchy on my board to start with, but I soon settled into that, and my board felt more alive than with most bindings. A really nice dynamic feel. And still really good maneuverability at slower speeds too. 

    Board Feel/Butterability

    Really good board feel – just like a remember it being from previous models. A little step down from my test bindings, but not by a lot. There’s no mini-disc or anything like reflex or pods or anything crazy in the baseplate, but it might be the minimal padding in the footbed that really helps with the board feel for these guys. 

    Adjustability

    Heel Cup: No

    Stance Width: Can run disc horizontal or vertical, so good for stance width adjustments when running horizontal.   

    Highback Lean: Yes, tool-less

    Ankle Strap Position: Yes

    Toe Strap Position: Yes

    Ankle and toe strap length: Yes, tool-less

    Gas pedal/toe ramp extension: Yes

    Highback Rotation: Yes

    Compatible with: 2 x 4 | 4 x 4 | Channel

    So, you can adjust these bindings in most ways. You can adjust the heel ramp too, which you can’t on most bindings, so that gives you some extra adjustment there, too. Really the only thing that stops it from getting 5/5 is no heel cup adjustment.

    Shock Absorption

    This is the one area where these bindings do lack. To be fair it didn’t bother me that much. But it might be something that bothered me if I was riding them everyday, but I’m not sure. If shock absorption isn’t that big a deal to you, these could be the perfect bindings (assuming you’re looking for something in this flex range). 

    Entry/Exit

    Nice and smooth - as per usual with Flux.

    Comfort

    Despite that lack of padding in the foodbed, they really are quite comfortable overall. 

    Ankle Strap:  Really like Flux's ankle straps and particularly so their waffle strap, so no complaints there. 

    Toe Strap: Really nice as Flux toe straps tend to be 

    Canted Footbed: No

    Padded Footbed: Not a lot of padding there (see shock absorption)

    Highback: A little padding there, which is nice - but the main thing really is calf-bite - and there was none of that, so all good, there. 

    Ankle Support

    Really, really good ankle support, as is again, typical of Flux. 

    Changes for the 2024 Model

    Gets the "Super Ultima Baseplate" (also on the DS), replacing the "Transfer" baseplate that was on the '23 model. Also gets something called "Respsonsive stablizer". And gets the new "Boost Footon+" which is like the new "Boost Footon" but adapted slightly differently. The Boost Footon makes the footbed 4mm higher than Flux's regular Footon footbed. This can help reduce the chance of boot drag as well as adding a little more cushioning. 

    Changes for the 2023 Model

    The 2023 model seems to be same as the 2022 model, except with some new colorways

    Changes for the 2022 Model

    The 2022 model seems to be identical to the 2021 model (even the black colorway is the same by the looks - but some different colorways too). 

    Changes for the 2021 Model

    The 2021 model is practically the same as the 2020 model. The one change won't change the feel, but does make them more convenient. They now come with a disc that is compatible with the Channel. So you no longer have to get a separate disc to put on a board that uses the channel. 

    Changes for the 2020 Model

    The biggest difference on the 2020 model vs the 2019 model, is the highback. The 2019 Model had Flux's "Axis" highback. The 2020 model now has a "Retro-Mod" highback.  The highback lean adjuster is also a little different, but that's a minor thing. Everything else seems to be the same - but of course, the highback is a major component, so it's a relatively significant change there. 

    Changes for the 2019 Model

    The toe strap has been tweaked (FTM ver5.0) which takes what was already an awesome toe strap and made it even better. I thought Flux had one of the best in the industry as it was, and this makes it that little bit better.

    They may have done some other tweaks for the 2019 model but as far as I can tell it’s otherwise the same binding as the 2018 model.

    Changes for the 2018 Model

    The main change that I noticed from the 2017 model is the new ankle straps. They XFs use Flux’s new “Waffle Strap”. At first when I looked at it, it looked just like a honeycomb strap – but on closer inspection you can see that the holes don’t go all the way through. I loved these new straps.

    The other new things are:

    • Footon – not exactly sure what this is but apparently it helps with board feel and snow buildup. Didn’t notice anything with snow build up – but these bindings do have great board feel – especially given their stiffness
    • Beer Buckle – they have a new buckle on the straps – which also doubles as a bottle opener

    Score Breakdown and Final Verdict

    Check out the breakdown of the score in the table below.

    RATING
    (out of 5)

    SCORE WEIGHTING

    CARVING

    5.0

    25/25

    SLOW SPEED RESPONSE

    4.0

    8/10

    ADJUSTABILITY

    4.5

    13.5/15

    ANKLE SUPPORT

    5.0

    15/15

    BOARD FEEL

    4.0

    8/10

    SHOCK ABSORPTION

    3.0

    6/10

    COMFORT

    4.0

    8/10

    ENTRY/EXIT

    4.0

    4/5

    TOTAL after normalizing

    93.1/100

    For those looking for a binding that's great for carving, provides really good ankle support, but still operate well when riding at slower speeds for when you want to slow it down and get a bit more casual - or for doing slower more technical tree runs, the XF should be squarely on your radar. 


    More Info, Current Prices and Where to Buy Online

    If you want to learn more about the XFs, are ready to buy or want to research current prices and availability, check out the links below.



    >>Flux XF 2025 at evo.com
    >>Flux XF 2025 at dreamruns.com
    >>Flux XF 2025 at backcountry.com
    WordPress Responsive Table

    >>Flux XF 2025 at prfo.com
    WordPress Responsive Table


    >>Flux XF 2025 at evo.com
    >>Flux XF 2025 at dreamruns.com
    >>Flux XF 2025 at backcountry.com
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    Flux XF Bindings 2025

    If you want to see how the XFs compare to other all-mountain-freeride bindings or want to check out other options, check out the next link.

    Top 10 Men's All-Mtn-Freeride Bindings

    PAST REVIEWS OF THE FLUX XF

    FLUX XF 2019 REVIEW

    Flux XF Snowboard Bindings

    Hello and welcome to my Flux XF bindings review.

    In this review, I will take a look at the XFs as all-mountain-freeride snowboard bindings.

    As per tradition here at SnowboardingProfiles.com I will give the XFs a score out of 100 (based on several factors) and see how they compare with other all-mountain-freeride bindings.

    Overall Rating

    Bindings: Flux XF 2020

    Price: $299 (USD recommended retail)

    Style: All-Mountain-Freeride

    Other Uses: All-Mountain, Freeride

    Flex Rating: Medium-Stiff (4/5)

    Flex Feel: Medium-Stiff (7/10)

    Rating Score: 93.1/100

    Compared to other All-Mtn-Freeride Bindings

    Out of the 14 men’s all-mountain-freeride bindings that I rated:

    • The average score was 82.1/100
    • The highest score was 94.1/100
    • The lowest score was 57.4/100
    • The average price was $320
    • The XF ranked 2nd out of 14 

    Overview of the XF’s Specs

    Check out the tables for the XF’s specs and available sizes.

    Specs

    Style:

    All-Mountain-Freeride

    Price: 

    $295

    Ability Level: 

    Ability Level high intermediate to expert

    Flex: 

    Snowboard Flex 7

    Edge-to-Edge: 

    Fast

    Weight: 

    Normal

    Mounts To: 

    2 x 4 | 4 x 4

    Sizing

    SIZE 

    US BOOT SIZE

    EURO BOOT SIZE

    UK BOOT SIZE

    S

    5-7.5

    36.5-40

    4-6.5

    M

    7-9.5

    39-43

    6-8.5

    L

    9-13

    42-47.5

    8-12

    Who are the XF Most Suited To?

    The XFs are perfect for anyone who’s looking for bindings that are responsive and comfortable but want something that still has a little bit of forgiveness – something that’s stiff but not ultra-stiff.

    They’re also great for anyone who wants that response and a good bit of stiffness but still want to have good board feel. The XFs manage both of those things.

    So they’re perfect for anyone who wants to charge the whole mountain and the backcountry hard – but also want to be able to take them through the park on occasion and/or generally slow it up and do some more freestyle type things on them when the mood takes them.

    The XF in More Detail

    O.k. let’s take a more detailed look at what the XFs are capable of.

    Demo Info

    Flux XV snowboard bindings 2019Bindings: Flux XF 2019, Large

    Date: April 15, 2018

    Conditions: There was a little bit of fresh snow in the morning but just a few centimeters. There was still some left over fresh snow from the previous couple of days but not as much there as there was the day before. Quite cold in the morning, especially for April, but warmed up in the afternoon as the sun came out.

    Visibility was variable in the morning for the first couple of laps but cleared out pretty quickly with the sun coming out late morning.

    There were a couple of harder spots but mostly pretty soft/medium all round.

    Bindings angles: +15/-15

    Stance Width: 550 (21.7”)

    Board demoed with: Rossignol One LF, 2018

    Baseplate Length: 24.3cm (9.6″) – the heel ramp was slightly extended, so it goes a little shorter than that. And since the heel ramp and the toe ramp both adjust it can go a good bit longer than that. My Flux DS are 24.5cm with no extension and 26.1cm fully extended. The XF, since they use a different base plate may be a little bit different, I only remembered to measure it after I had mounted it so could only measure it at what it was set to. I suspect they would go as short as 24cm or possibly even shorter and probably as long as 25.5cm. 

    Highback Height: 18.9cm (7.44″)

    Flex

    The XFs are relatively stiff but have just that little bit forgiveness in them, to make them not super-stiff. I think the 4/5 that Flux give them on their flex scale (which converts to 8/10 in my head) is a little stiffer than they are but not by much. I’d say 7/10. 

    Responsiveness

    Stiffer flex usually leads to greater responsiveness (but it’s not always the case or at least not always linear). It was certainly that case for the XFs. I try to ride all bindings I demo on my own board – and always after having ridden my own board with my usual bindings (which were the 2017 Burton Malavitas).

    The step up in responsiveness that I felt was huge with these bindings. They are even more responsive feeling than their flex suggests. I felt my edge-to-edge transitions were lightning fast compared to most bindings I’ve had on my board and they just gave an extra spring out of turns.

    Board Feel/Butterability

    What surprised me the most about these bindings was the board feel. I expected, as is often the case with stiffer bindings, that the board feel could be somewhat lacking but they didn’t feel dead underfoot like some stiffer bindings do. This was confirmed after re-riding the 2019 model. 

    They’re actually great for taking through the park, which is what surprised me the most.

    There’s no mini-disc or anything like that going on, but I suspect that it’s the shorter highback (18.9cm) and the minimal padding in the base plate that help these bindings to produce really good board feel. 

    Adjustability

    As is typical with Flux bindings, there is heaps of adjustability with these bindings and it’s easy to do and mostly tool-less. 

    Shock Absorption

    While Flux may typically have great adjustability, they also typically don’t have the most shock absorption – this is the only downside of these bindings. Literally the only downside.

    I didn’t spend enough time on them to really be annoyed by that lack of shock absorption (and I’m used to it with the DSs that I own) but I could feel on landings that there isn’t as much cushioning in there as there is with most other bindings I demo. But that minimal shock absorption may also explain the good board feel, despite the lack of a mini disc. 

    Entry/Exit

    There’s nothing unique or flash going on with the way you get in and out of these, but the ratchet system is super smooth, as it typically is with Flux, and that just makes it easy/fast to get in and out of.

    Comfort

    The only thing that would make these bindings more comfortable would be a bit more cushioning in the base – but hey, this might take away some of that great board feel and response – so if you can live without that shock absorption, then you won’t miss it.

    These bindings do fit super well – they have awesome toe and ankle straps that feel really nice and I’ve never felt any pressure points on any Flux bindings I’ve ridden. Some of the best straps in the industry, IMO. 

    Ankle Support

    The ankle support is amazing on these bindings – you just feel completely locked-in.

    They are one of the more supportive bindings that I’ve ridden. Part of this is the way the ankle straps sit (Flux’s UU fit – which is basically that the straps are mounted on the inside of the heel cup/base plate) and the other part is just that the ankle straps are super nice and conform really well across the ankle.

    Changes from the 2019 Model

    The biggest difference on the 2020 model vs the 2019 model, is the highback. The 2019 Model had Flux’s “Axis” highback. The 2020 model now has a “Retro-Mod” highback.  The highback lean adjuster is also a little different, but that’s a minor thing. Everything else seems to be the same – but of course, the highback is a major component, so it’s a relatively significant change there. 

    Changes from the 2018 Model

    The toe strap has been tweaked (FTM ver5.0) which takes what was already an awesome toe strap and made it even better. I thought Flux had one of the best in the industry as it was, and this makes it that little bit better.

    They may have done some other tweaks for the 2019 model but as far as I can tell it’s otherwise the same binding as the 2018 model.

    Changes from the 2017 Model

    The main change that I noticed from the 2017 model is the new ankle straps. They XFs use Flux’s new “Waffle Strap”. At first when I looked at it, it looked just like a honeycomb strap – but on closer inspection you can see that the holes don’t go all the way through. I loved these new straps.

    The other new things are:

    • Footon – not exactly sure what this is but apparently it helps with board feel and snow buildup. Didn’t notice anything with snow build up – but these bindings do have great board feel – especially given their stiffness
    • Beer Buckle – they have a new buckle on the straps – which also doubles as a bottle opener

    Score Breakdown and Final Verdict

    Check out the breakdown of the score in the table below.

    RATING
    (out of 5)

    Contribution to Final Score

    RESPONSE

    5.0

    30/30

    BOARD FEEL

    4.0

    12/15

    ADJUSTABILITY

    4.5

    13.5/15

    ANKLE SUPPORT

    5.0

    15/15

    SHOCK ABSORPTION

    2.5

    5/10

    COMFORT

    4.0

    8/10

    ENTRY/EXIT

    4.0

    4/5

    TOTAL after normalizing

    93.1/100

    These are nigh on perfect bindings for those looking for a mid-stiff binding that is super-responsive but also has really good board feel – so you can take it over the entire mountain and not feel like you just have to bomb hard on them all day.

    The only have one obvious downside – and that’s the shock absorption (adding more in could compromise some of the board feel and/or response so maybe it’s just something to put up with?). Other than that, they’re definitely one of the better bindings that I’ve demoed and really reasonably priced for this category of binding.


    FLUX XF 2018 MODEL

    Flux XF Snowboard Bindings

    Hello and welcome to my Flux XF bindings review.

    In this review, I will take a look at the XFs as freeride snowboard bindings.

    As per tradition here at SnowboardingProfiles.com I will give the XFs a score out of 100 (based on several factors) and see how they compare with other freeride bindings.

    Overall Rating

    Bindings: Flux XF 2018

    Price: $295 (USD recommended retail)

    Style: Freeride

    Other Uses: All-Mountain-Freeride

    Flex Rating: Medium-Stiff (4/5)

    Flex Feel: Medium-Stiff (8/10)

    Rating Score: 90.9/100

    Compared to other Freeride Bindings

    Out of the 10 men’s freeride bindings that I rated:

    • The average score was 85.5/100
    • The highest score was 92.5/100
    • The lowest score was 76.9/100
    • The average price was $397
    • The XFs ranked 3rd out of 10

    Sizing

    Check out the table below for the available sizes for the XFs.

    SizeFits Men’s US Boot SizesEuro Boot SizesUK Boot Sizes
    Extra-Small3.0 – 5.533.0 – 37.52.0 – 4.5
    Small5.0 – 7.536.5 – 40.04.0 – 6.5
    Medium7.0 – 9.539.0 – 43.06.0 – 8.5
    Large9.0 – 13.042.0 – 47.58.0 – 12.0

    Who are the XFs Most Suited to?

    The XFs are perfect for anyone who’s looking for bindings that are responsive and comfortable but want something that still has a little bit of forgiveness – something that’s stiff but not ultra-stiff.

    They’re also great for anyone who wants that response and a good bit of stiffness but still want to have good board feel. The XFs manage both of those things.

    So they’re perfect for anyone who wants to charge the whole mountain and the backcountry hard – but also want to be able to take them through the park on occasion and/or generally slow it up and do some more freestyle type things on them when the mood takes them.


    The XF in More Detail


    Flux XF Bindings 2018O.k. let’s take a more detailed look at what the XFs are capable of.

    Demo Info

    Bindings: Flux XF 2018, Large

    Date: April 16, 2017

    Conditions: Sunshine! And plenty of it. Snow conditions were a great mix of hard spots and soft-pack on the groomers and plenty of powder to be found off groomer, making it the perfect conditions for demoing – a bit of everything. Quite cold in the morning but got quite warm in the afternoon (it was spring after all, but you’d never have known it with the amount of snow around and the cold morning!)

    Bindings angles: +15/-15

    Flex

    The XFs are pretty stiff but have just that little bit forgiveness in them, to make them not super-stiff. I think the 4/5 that Flux give them on their flex scale (which converts to 8/10 in my head) is accurate.

    Responsiveness

    Stiffer flex usually leads to greater responsiveness (but it’s not always the case or at least not always linear). It was certainly that case for the XFs. I try to ride all bindings I demo on my own board – and always after having ridden my own board with my usual bindings (which are the Flux DS from 2016).

    The step up in responsiveness that I felt was huge with these bindings. They are even more responsive feeling than their flex suggests. I felt my edge-to-edge transitions were lightning fast compared to most bindings I’ve had on my board and they just gave an extra spring out of turns.

    Board Feel/Butterability

    What surprised me the most about these bindings was the board feel. I expected, as is often the case with stiffer bindings, that the board feel could be somewhat lacking but they didn’t feel dead underfoot like some stiffer bindings do.

    They’re actually great for taking through the park, which is what surprised me the most.

    Initially when I picked up my board with these bindings the set up actually felt, to me, to be a little heavier than with my DSs. I don’t think this is actually the case as I think they weigh a similar amount but that’s what it felt like to me. But once I got on the board, the whole set up felt much lighter and springier overall.

    Adjustability

    As is typical with Flux bindings, there is heaps of adjustability with these bindings and it’s easy to do and mostly tool-less. O.k. I do own Flux bindings so I’m used to it – but I did get used to the way you adjust these bindings very quickly after buying my DSs.

    Shock Absorption

    While Flux may typically have great adjustability, they also typically don’t have the most shock absorption – this is the only downside of these bindings. Literally the only downside.

    I didn’t spend enough time on them to really be annoyed by that lack of shock absorption (and I’m used to it with my DSs) but I could feel on landings that there isn’t as much cushioning in there as there is with most other bindings I demo. But also, stiffer, more freeride oriented bindings do tend to have less cushioning generally.

    Entry/Exit

    There’s nothing unique or flash going on with the way you get in and out of these, but the ratchet system is super smooth, as it typically is with Flux, and that just makes it easy/fast to get in and out of.

    Comfort

    The only thing that would make these bindings more comfortable would be a bit more cushioning in the base – but hey, this might take away some of that great board feel and response – so if you can live without that shock absorption, then you won’t miss it.

    These bindings do fit super well – they have awesome toe and ankle straps that feel really nice and I’ve never felt any pressure points on any Flux bindings I’ve ridden – they have new ankle straps this year and I think they’re definitely an upgrade.

    Ankle Support

    The ankle support is amazing on these bindings – you just feel completely locked-in.

    They are one of the more supportive bindings that I’ve ridden. Part of this is the way the ankle straps sit (Flux’s UU fit – which is basically that the straps are mounted on the inside of the heel cup/base plate) and the other part is just that the ankle straps are super nice and conform really well across the ankle.

    Changes from the 2017 Model

    Flux XF Waffle StrapThe main change that I noticed from the 2017 model is the new ankle straps. They XFs use Flux’s new “Waffle Strap”. At first when I looked at it, it looked just like a honeycomb strap – but on closer inspection you can see that the holes don’t go all the way through. I loved these new straps.

    The other new things are:

    • Footon – not exactly sure what this is but apparently it helps with board feel and snow buildup. Didn’t notice anything with snow build up – but these bindings do have great board feel – especially given their stiffness
    • Beer Buckle – they have a new buckle on the straps – which also doubles as a bottle opener

    Score Breakdown and Final Verdict


    Check out the breakdown of the score in the table below.

    FACTORRATING (OUT OF 5)CONTRIBUTION TO FINAL SCORE
    Responsiveness:5.030/30
    Adjustability:4.513.5/15
    Ankle Support:5.015/15
    Shock Absorption:2.55/10
    Comfort:4.08/10
    Board Feel:4.08/10
    Entry/Exit:4.04/5
    Flex:5.05/5
    TOTAL after normalizing 90.9/100

    These are nigh on perfect bindings for those looking for a mid-stiff binding that is super-responsive but also has really good board feel – so you can take it over the entire mountain and not feel like you just have to bomb hard on them all day.

    The only have one obvious downside – and that’s the shock absorption (adding more in could compromise some of the board feel and/or response so maybe it’s just something to put up with?). Other than that, they’re definitely one of the better bindings that I’ve demoed and really reasonably priced for this category of binding.

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    Nate is passionate about and loves learning new things everyday about snowboarding, particularly the technical aspects of snowboarding gear. That, and becoming a better rider and just enjoying and getting the most out of life.

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    1. David says

      March 16, 2025 at 9:01 am

      Hi Nate,

      If I’m wearing US 7.5 or US 8 Burton boots, these are at the top range of size S, but bottom range of size M, hat would you recommend to get?

      Thank you so much!
      David

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      • Nate says

        March 20, 2025 at 11:43 am

        Hi David

        In 8s, I would go M for the Flux XF. For 7.5s, the M is the safer bet, if you can’t try your boot in there before buying. If you can try your boot in there and the heel of the boot fits nicely in the heel cup, then I would go S. The biggest risk with going S in this case is the heel cup being too narrow. Flux often have narrow heel cups in the smaller sizes and some Burton boots I’ve tried are wider in the heel.

        Hope this helps

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        • David says

          March 21, 2025 at 2:47 am

          This is super helpful Nate. So basically if shoes and bindings are from different brand, better try it before purchasing. And if fit, bindings better choose smaller size option (I.e. size S as you advised above). Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge. 🙂

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          • Nate says

            March 22, 2025 at 3:24 pm

            Hey David. Yeah, ideally if boots and bindings are from different brands, then checking fit before buying is a good idea. And yeah, generally if between sizes I would err the smaller size for a snugger fit, so long as they fit. The one advantage of going with the larger size is that the baseplate is a little longer, which can help with leverage on the edges (so long as that baseplate doesn’t end up being longer than the width of the board), but the benefit of that is outweighed by a better boot/binding fit, IMO.

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    2. Troy says

      October 23, 2024 at 10:57 pm

      Hey Nate, I’m looking to pair these with a Neversummer Swift board and Vans Hi Country and Hellbound boots. Boots are a size 9.5 though so I’m not sure if I should get a size M or L in the XF. The boots seem to be in between those sizes. What do you think?

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      • Nate says

        October 28, 2024 at 2:52 pm

        Hi Troy, thanks for your message.

        Go for M for sure, IMO. I ride in 9.5s and while I can ride Flux in L, I much prefer the M. Even in 10s I prefer the M. So yeah, I’d go M for sure. Sick setup!

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        • Troy says

          October 30, 2024 at 11:39 pm

          Thanks for your help Nate!

          Reply
          • Nate says

            November 4, 2024 at 5:44 pm

            You’re very welcome Troy. Hope your winter treats you well!

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    3. Andy says

      February 1, 2024 at 3:38 pm

      Hey Nate, how would you compare the XF to something like the Rome DOD? I’m typically riding groomers (east coast), charging, and boosting off sidehits. I ride an endeavor archetype and endeavor BOD, so midflex is probably the best way to put my quiver. In the future I’d like to get stiffer boards though.

      Thanks for the review!

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      • Nate says

        February 2, 2024 at 1:47 pm

        Hi Andy

        Thanks for your messages.

        We haven’t tested the DODs, so can’t give a comparison between them. But the XF have a great ability to be good at locking in on big carves but also being able to be good at slow speeds and more playful when you want them to be. Just a great response feel at any speed. And they would work on that mid-flex type board. I wouldn’t go with a softer board with them, but work well on mid-flex, in my experience. The only downside to them is their shock absorption. Outside of that, they are one of my favorite bindings.

        Hope this helps

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    4. Andy says

      January 31, 2024 at 2:06 pm

      Hey Nate, how would you compare these to the Rome dods? I currently have a pair and they’re good to ride but feel myself not being as locked in as I want. Also, I find it a bit hard to tweak and be playful on the same run. I think the dod is similar to the black label, so that fullwrap chassis. I’m intrigued with the board feel on the flux as I put a lot of value on using foot pressure in some movements. Looking forward to your thoughts

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    5. Rob says

      January 8, 2024 at 2:56 pm

      Thanks for helpful reviews. Do you think flux XF 2023 model will be ok for me given I have bad knees? The union atlas I do not notice knee problems.

      I have a jones ultra mountain twin 157, slash atv 156 that I like to use in the trees at slower speeds mostly. I have union atlas bindings and need a second set of bindings. Would you pair these with the slash atv or jones if you think they are a good fit. Thanks.

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      • Nate says

        January 10, 2024 at 3:47 pm

        Hi Rob

        Thanks for your message. Yeah, I would personally pair the XF with either the Ultra Mountain Twin or the ATV. Would be a good match for both, IMO. But they don’t have a lot of shock/chatter absorption. If you’re not jumping that much, then you won’t notice it as much, but you still might notice the chatter. If there’s a board that you’re less likely to go into rough snow in, then I’d put the XF on that and the Atlas on the other. The Atlas is better at absorbing shock, in my experience.

        Hope this helps with your decision

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    6. J says

      October 19, 2023 at 12:09 pm

      Hi, thanks for the review 🙂
      What do you think it should be best: XF or DS?
      I’ll ride a Lib Tech Apex Orca 153, boots Burton Ion Boa
      I’m advanced 5.11/190lbs rider
      I have DS on a T.Rice Pro 161 and XF on K2 Coolbean 144
      and i cant tell the difference between the highback rigidity, maybe they gettin old… 2020?!
      Thanx 🙂

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      • Nate says

        October 19, 2023 at 2:20 pm

        Hi J

        Thanks for your message.

        I’d personally go XF with the Apex Orca/Ion Boa setup. I think it’s a better flex match.

        Surprising that you can’t notice a difference in highback. There is quite a pronounced difference. That said, the XFs highback isn’t super stiff or anything, a lot of its stiffness (and it’s 7/10 overall, IMO, so it’s not super stiff or anything) probably comes from its baseplate. But the DSs highback is super flexy. Although going back, older models of the DS didn’t have as flexy a highback as it does now. But there should still be an overall difference in flex, even looking back at 2019/2020 models, even if you’ve ridden the crap out of them. So, I’d put the XF with that setup, personally.

        Hope this helps

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        • J says

          October 19, 2023 at 7:01 pm

          wow! crazy fast answer 🙂
          thanks, you confirm what i thought, but i needed an advice, thank you its really appreciated. Great job for your site, it helps a lot you have no idea 😉

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          • Nate says

            October 20, 2023 at 10:36 am

            You’re very welcome J. Hope you have an awesome season!

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    7. Dave says

      October 14, 2023 at 7:33 pm

      Have you tried the 2024 version? Seems like the review is for an older one?

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      • Nate says

        October 16, 2023 at 1:11 pm

        Hey Dave

        Didn’t get a chance to test for the 2024 version specifically. But the review is based on older version plus experience with some of the new components on it, which I was able to test on other 2024 Flux bindings. E.g. after riding the Flux CV with the boost footon (which the Flux XF now has as well), I adjusted the shock absorption rating up. We were also able to test the Super Ultima Baseplate on the DS. I didn’t change the details of the review – as I only do that when I retest, but based on the changes and what we experienced with other bindings, felt that the review was still valid for the 2024 model (we often don’t update reviews if there have been significant changes and we don’t think we have enough information to update it – e.g. https://snowboardingprofiles.com/slash-atv-snowboard-review). But we felt the XF review was still relevant.

        Hope to get on the 2025 model of the XF.

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        • Dave says

          October 17, 2023 at 3:21 pm

          Very helpful. Going to try the 2024s.

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          • Nate says

            October 18, 2023 at 1:27 pm

            You’re very welcome Dave. Hope they treat you well.

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    8. Amir says

      August 4, 2023 at 1:40 pm

      Hi there,

      I recently purchased a Never Summer Proto FR (X) and I am having a hard time deciding on bindings. My search has narrowed down to Flux CV, Flux XF, Jones Orion, Jones Mercury, and Union Atlas. I’m an intermediate/advanced rider and I like to ride more aggressive and something with more response. Don’t do much park / freestyle.
      Would love to get your feedback

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      • Nate says

        August 5, 2023 at 1:22 pm

        Hi Amir

        Thanks for your message.

        Based on how you describe your riding, I would be leaning Flux XF or CV. They are both really responsive, but without being overly stiff. The others you’ve mentioned would all be a good flex match (apart from the Orion which would be a bit too soft for the Proto FR, IMO), and are similar in Flex to the XF and CV, but those 2 give more aggressive response, in my experience than the likes of the Mercury and Atlas. You can’t go wrong with any of them, to be honest, but I would be leaning Flux in this case.

        Hope this helps with your decision

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        • Amir says

          August 10, 2023 at 12:54 pm

          Thank you for your response Nate.
          How would you compare Now Drive to the Flux XF or CV being paired up with a N.S. Proto FR?
          On one hand, I am hearing a lot of good things about SkateTech and how it helps transfer more energy to the edges of your board, which in turn makes the bindings do more WORK for you resulting in less leg/foot fatigue and an overall more responsive/reactive ride.
          On the other hand, I really like Flux and my main concern would be shock absorption.

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          • Nate says

            August 11, 2023 at 10:45 am

            Hi Amir

            The Drive (very similar to the Jones Mercury) would do a good job with the Proto FR, IMO. But I prefer the response feel of the Flux options. I do like the response feel of the Drive but just the Flux a little more. Not sure about less leg/foot fatigue. Maybe, but it’s not something I’ve specifically noticed. They are opposites in terms of shock absorption though – with NOW bindings, the Drive included having the best shock absorption in the industry, IMO – and Flux being at the other end of the scale for that. For me, the decision would be do I go Drive to get the increased shock absorption, sacrificing some of that response feel (and board feel) or do I live with the lack of shock absorption to get the best in response and ankle support and go with Flux.

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    9. Greg Imeson says

      August 1, 2023 at 5:31 pm

      Weird question but I can’t seem to find the answer. Would these work with US14 boots (I’ve got a 162W Bataleon board)? Or should I find an XL binding? Looking for All mountain Freeride binding.

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      • Nate says

        August 2, 2023 at 10:34 am

        Hi Greg

        Thanks for your message.

        Hard to say for sure. Their sizing says up to 13 but in some places says 13+. Having not had a US14 in a Large Flux binding, it’s hard to know for sure. What brand are your boots? The reason I ask is if they’re lower profile boots, then you’ve got a better chance of fitting in them. I know Salomon bindings say up to size 15 for their Large. The Highlander would be a good bet, if you were to go Salomon. You can also checkout this binding sizing chart. Note that we update this chart every year, but haven’t updated for 2024 models yet. Most will likely be the same for 2024 models, but there could be some that have changed their sizing subtly.

        I suspect you’ll probably get into the L Flux XF – and if you have lower profile boots, then your chances are better, but no guarantees.

        Hope this helps

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    10. John says

      August 9, 2022 at 10:30 pm

      Hi Nate,

      Great review, just wondering if you know if flux has changed anything with their Footon/shock absorption in 2022 or 2023 models?

      I’ve got 2019 Burton Ions on 2020 Now Pilots and have never had any issues with shock absorption. Do you think that the XFs would give me any issues? Would they be a good progression from the Pilots? I’m a intermediate-advanced rider who does a bit of everything but with a focus on carving.

      Thanks!

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      • Nate says

        August 10, 2022 at 10:59 am

        Hi John

        Thanks for your message.

        IMO you would get a good boost in performance, particularly in terms of carving if you went from the Pilot to the XF. But I would be very surprised if you didn’t notice the reduction in shock absorption. As far as I know the shock absorbing qualities of Flux bindings hasn’t changed. And it would be comparing them to what I would consider the most shock absorbing bindings on the market with NOW bindings. So yeah, I think they would be a good progression and give you a boost, particularly in carving. But at the cost of shock absorption. So it depends on how much you’re willing to make that compromise. The Ion’s, in my experience have good shock absorption. Not the best I’ve ridden in, but still up there – 4/5. And it’s not like the XF have no shock absorbing qualities, so you wouldn’t be devoid of it, but you would likely notice a decrease in that aspect.

        Hope this helps

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        • John says

          August 10, 2022 at 5:09 pm

          Hi Nate,

          Thank you for the detailed reply.

          So you think that unless I have really bad knees or am sensitive to shock, the Ion + XF combo should be fine? Just that it will be a more ‘bumpy’ than ‘cushy’ ride feel?

          Thanks!

          Reply
          • Nate says

            August 11, 2022 at 10:22 am

            Hi John

            Yeah, I mean I rode Flux’s for a season and a half and it wasn’t a big deal for me. Less cushy feeling ride for sure, but also didn’t notice it after a while – and really liked the ankle support and response from them.

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    11. Carlton says

      March 19, 2022 at 11:51 am

      Hello, Nate. Would the Flux XF be a good match for my Jones Stratos? I currently have the Union Strata on them. I’m thinking of moving the Strata to my MT, and putting the XF on the Stratos. If you think there would be better options, please list…Thx!

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      • Nate says

        March 21, 2022 at 2:07 pm

        Hi Carlton

        Thanks for your message.

        I think the XF would be a great match for the Stratos. And the Strata a great match for the MT, so IMO, that definitely works.

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    12. Tobi says

      March 6, 2022 at 11:27 am

      Hi Nate,

      could you please explain why you wouldn’t recommend these bindings to riders in the beginner – intermediate range?

      Thanks a lot!

      Reply
      • Nate says

        March 7, 2022 at 11:42 am

        Hi Tobi

        Thanks for your message.

        Just because of the flex. A stiffer binding is typically less forgiving of errors and tends to make turning at slower speeds more difficult/more effort.

        Reply
    13. Bs180 says

      October 28, 2021 at 6:33 am

      With size 10 boots, should I go large or medium?

      Reply
      • Nate says

        October 28, 2021 at 10:31 am

        Hi Bs180

        I’ve mostly ridden Flux bindings in Large – and mostly with 10s. The last time I rode the XF (2021) was in Large, with quite bulky 10s – Salomon Lo-Fi. Large has always been a good fit for me. However, I have ridden some Flux in Medium (Flux DSW and Flux SR) but those were both in more low profile 10s. I think if you’ve got bulkier boots, I would go Large – even in low profile 10s, I’ve been fine with Large – and I haven’t tested medium in bulky 10s. If you’ve got quite low profile boots, you could do either. Safest bet is Large and if you’ve got bulky 10s, then I’d say go Large. If you’ve got lower profile boots, I think you’d be fine with either.

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    14. Lu says

      March 10, 2021 at 10:37 pm

      Hey Nate,

      Would you recommend XV’s or XF’s for a Donek Knapton board? I’ve read both your reviews for XF’s and XV’s but am still indecisive between the two. Also have you tried out the Flux Kessler bindings? If so what do you think about pairing them with a donek?

      Many thanks,
      Lu

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      • Lu says

        March 10, 2021 at 10:41 pm

        Follow up,

        I have DEELUXE shoes, would that make a huge difference for XF’s or XV’s?

        Reply
        • Nate says

          March 11, 2021 at 2:36 pm

          Hi Lu

          Not a huge difference. It would depend on which Deeluxe boots and how stiff they are. But really if the boards really stiff, then I’d go XV regardless of the boots. But if the board is say mid-stiff and the boots are mid-stiff, then I might be leaning more XF. Will also depend on your riding style. If you predominantly want to bomb and carve, then leaning more XV. If you want to slow things down and play around a bit sometimes, then XF (depending on board flex) becomes more appropriate.

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      • Nate says

        March 11, 2021 at 2:34 pm

        Hi Lu

        Thanks for your message. I don’t have any experience with Donek boards or the Knapton specifically, so I couldn’t say for sure. But it sounds like it’s probably quite stiff and knowing Knapton’s style it’ll be a carver, so you’ll definitely want something responsive and at least fairly stiff. Both the XF and XV are nice and responsive, but for a really stiff board, the XV will give you better performance, IMO. Not knowing how stiff it feels, it’s hard to say for sure. But if you’re predominantly laying big carves and feel like it’s a stiff board, then I would be leaning XV. Haven’t heard of Flux Kessler bindings, sorry.

        Hope this helps.

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    15. Travis says

      January 25, 2021 at 9:55 pm

      Hey Nate, I’m looking for stiffer bindings to pair with my 165 Lib Skunk Ape and Ride Fuse boots. I’m all about trees, carving berms, POW, and goin fast on the groomers. I was looking at the Fluff XF’s, Solomon Highlanders, Union Atlas, and the Bent Metal Solutions. They all gotta be better than my early 2000 Burton Missions, but what would you suggest?
      Thanks 🤙

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      • Nate says

        January 27, 2021 at 12:54 pm

        Hi Travis

        Thanks for your message.

        Yeah, I would say all definitely better then early 2000 missions. And all stiffer too, without being super stiff. I haven’t ridden the BMBW Solution, so I couldn’t say for that one, but flex for the rest, by my feel:

        – Flux XF 7/10
        – Salomon Highlander 7/10
        – Union Atlas 6.5/10

        All really good options, IMO, with some different strength’s and weaknesses. I have linked to my reviews of the Atlas and Highlander, if you wanted to check those out for more detail.

        Bent Metal Solution listed as 8/10 flex. Not sure how they feel in reality. The only BMBW binding I’ve tried are the Transfer, and they were softer than they were listed, IMO, but that was a good few years ago now.

        Hope this helps

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    16. Franck says

      March 9, 2020 at 7:52 am

      Hi Nate,
      I am in the market for some stiff enough bindings to put on an Amplid Surfari.
      I have a pair of Now Pilot but that may be not enough.
      I can get some Amplid Santos or thinking about the Flux XF.
      I ride Adidas Acerra boots so I am guessing the lack of cushioning of the XF would be compensated.
      Comfort is really important for me, and particularly I’d like easy highback rotation.
      Do you know anything about the Amplid Santos? If yes how would you compare to the XF?
      Thanks a lot for all your contents!
      All the best,
      Franck

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      • Nate says

        March 10, 2020 at 12:10 pm

        Hi Franck

        Thanks for your message.

        I’m not familiar with the Amplid Santos unfortunately. Don’t test any Amplid gear currently. Based on the specs of the Amplid Surfari (flex 7/10), I’d say that the XF would be a really good match. The Pilot I personally got a feel of 6/10, so they would be doable, but I think the XF would drive it a little better. Not sure how the Santos matches up in that respect.

        In terms of highback rotation – you can do it on the XF. It’s easy enough to do as well. I wouldn’t say it was the easiest I’ve rotated, but you can actually do it, unlike on something like the Pilot. Not sure about the Santos.

        Given that you have Adidas Acerra boots, I wouldn’t be too concerned about the lack of cushioning on the XF.

        Hope this gives you more to go off for your decision

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    17. Marcus says

      February 26, 2020 at 8:34 am

      hello nate

      Would you recommend this on a yes standard? I spend most of the time on riding all mountain, jumps and spins off side hits and 20% of the time in the park on rains boxes and jumps. I enjoyed union strata on standard but felt like wanting more edge transition power and board feel.

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      • Nate says

        February 26, 2020 at 3:35 pm

        Hi Marcus

        Certainly in terms of edge transition power, I think you’d get more out of the XF. In terms of board feel, I find that it’s good on the Union Strata, so I’m not sure you’d be getting more, but you wouldn’t be sacrificing much there going with the XF. The biggest sacrifice there would be in terms of shock absorption vs the Strata. But if that’s not an issue, then yeah, I think it’s a good match with the Standard, and something that should give you a more powerful/responsive feel out of the board, IMO.

        Hope this helps

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        • Marcus says

          March 4, 2020 at 10:39 pm

          Thanks for the input! Very helpful. It’s just me but strata feels laid back and very comfortable doing anything on the snow. There’s part of me wanting for a faster edge transitioning. It sounds like flux xf wouldn’t be too stiff to butter around when I want to?

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          • Nate says

            March 5, 2020 at 2:28 pm

            Hi Marcus

            I wouldn’t say that the XF is too stiff to butter around with. It’s stiffer than the Strata, but not massively stiff. I feel the Strata at 6/10 and the XF at 7/10, if that helps. But yeah, certainly a more powerful/precise feeling binding.

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            • Marcus says

              March 8, 2020 at 7:39 am

              Thanks again Nate! Really appreciate your help

            • Nate says

              March 10, 2020 at 11:39 am

              You’re very welcome Marcus. Happy riding!

    18. Anton says

      November 21, 2019 at 6:55 am

      Nate, hi! Thank you so much for your work on this invaluable resource! This is the only resource on the network where there is so much useful material. I try very hard to be in the industry trend in order to use the best technologies in this sport) I recently bought flux xf, and thanks to your work I made this choice. But first I wanted to buy Union Atlas. the last 6 years I rode a Burton Cartel and they seem to me weak for my riding style. ski resorts will start working soon and I will check a new purchase)) do a Nidecker megalight snowboard test, I’m very interested in your opinion about it)

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      • Nate says

        November 21, 2019 at 11:57 am

        Hi Anton

        Thanks for your message. I appreciate it.

        I haven’t ridden the Nidecker Megalight. Unfortunately I don’t have access to Nidecker gear to test.

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        • Anton says

          November 21, 2019 at 6:31 pm

          after reading your work on snowboard tests, in my opinion Nidecker megalight is very close to YES PYL, but I am very interested in comparing these two snowboards.

          Reply
          • Nate says

            November 22, 2019 at 3:32 pm

            Hi Anton

            Let me know what you think if you do get a chance to test it, would be interested to hear what you think

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            • Anton says

              November 22, 2019 at 11:43 pm

              well, when I have the opportunity to compare these two snowboards, I will be happy to share this experience with you.

            • Nate says

              November 24, 2019 at 1:50 pm

              Thanks Anton. That would be awesome!

    19. Rafael says

      January 18, 2019 at 3:31 pm

      Hey Nate

      thanks for this site and your work for it!
      so i have the flagship and wondering, if the xf would be a nice setup?
      actualy i have the burton cartels, but they don’t fit my boot well… cause i’ve got a size 10 boot…
      have they a bit more response than the cartels do?…
      thinking between those ones and the rome targa’s, but i think you couldn’t review them yet?

      so anyway thanks for your answer,,, ride on and enjoy the winter :-)…

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      • Nate says

        January 19, 2019 at 3:08 pm

        Hi Rafael

        Thanks for your message.

        I think the XFs would be a good match for the Flagship – and a better match than the Cartel’s, IMO. I find them to be more responsive than the Cartels, and are a better fit with the Flagship, IMO. Yeah unfortunately I haven’t had the chance to test the Targas yet.

        Hope this helps

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        • Rafael says

          January 20, 2019 at 2:09 pm

          thanks for your fast answer!!… i m just a bit unsure about the inexistent shock absortion…
          my boots are the ride insano. they are comftable, but responsiv… so i m a bit affraid if i would have a lot of chatter on icy days… not because of speed :-p / but cause of grooves in the slopes? what are your experience with flux bindings in general if it becomes harder conditions or rough slopes?
          so i m over 30 and not the healthiest knees…

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          • Nate says

            January 21, 2019 at 12:05 pm

            Hi Rafael

            Yeah that’s the one downside of Flux bindings, unfortunately. There’s not a lot going on in terms of padding, particularly in the heel, where it’s needed the most (IMO). The times I’ve noticed that lack is from rough landings from jumps and from chatter and particularly at the end of a long day. But with boots with good shock absorption I haven’t really noticed it that much. I found the Insano to have pretty good shock absorption, but have ridden boots with more. If you want the most cushioning, then going with both boots and bindings with good cush is a good way to go, but I usually find one or the other to be enough for me.

            Hope this helps

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            • Rafael says

              February 20, 2019 at 7:01 am

              so i was now in the alps with my new pairs of flux xf’s on my flagship.
              it’s a great combo!
              how the binding is designed is just great. everything is adjustable without any screwdrivers. i could imagine that they fit just every boot you put in them.
              i’ve got that feeling of absolutly locked-in, which is great to me. not once the toe-strap became loose. and i love how fast the board reacts with them.

              when conditions become icy, bad snow, then i may will continue with other bindings on the flagship, or another board with other bindings ;-)… cause there is no shock absorbtion.
              so i m not sure, if i would go with flux as a one-for-all and everyday binding. but to have it in a quiver they are a great choice! for carving in good snow and in pow, IMO.

            • Nate says

              February 20, 2019 at 12:43 pm

              Hi Rafael

              Thanks for the update and the insights. Awesome that you’re enjoying the XFs and the combo with the Flagship. Happy riding!

    20. Allan Elliott says

      January 1, 2019 at 10:45 pm

      Flux says that the footbed eliminates snow and ice build up. How’s your experience with that?

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      • Nate says

        January 3, 2019 at 6:59 pm

        Hi Allan

        Thanks for your message.

        I didn’t really notice either way to be honest. I have certain things I’m looking out for when testing bindings, and that’s not one of them, so I wasn’t paying attention to whether that was the case or not. I own Flux DS 2016 model, and I haven’t noticed them being any better or worse than others in that respect.

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    21. Aaron says

      December 30, 2018 at 7:44 am

      Hi
      AsIused to ride burton 8.5 boots and Burton size M bindings.
      But recently I got a pair of size 8 Adidas Tactical that’s apparently way too small to fit on Burton’s size M binding despite it being size 8.
      I already pushed the bindings forward all the way, on both EST and reflex. But the heel of the boots are extruding from the edge of the board while the toe stay well inside the edge.
      I want bindings that can fit both pair. I also feel the heel cup on Burton’s are somewhat big. So I’m considering the Flux XF right now.
      Could you confirm/compare the overall size and heel cup size of Flux and Burton size M?
      Thanks!

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      • Nate says

        December 31, 2018 at 3:29 pm

        Hi Aaron

        Thanks for your message.

        Yeah Adidas are pretty low profile, so I’m not too surprised there. I ride Flux large (I ride 10s) and haven’t ridden their medium bindings, so I couldn’t give you a first hand direct comparison, unfortunately. But given that their mediums are rated down to 7s, I imagine that they would be a better fit. But yeah, without having ridden their mediums, I couldn’t say for sure how well they would fit.

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        • Aaron says

          December 31, 2018 at 7:44 pm

          Thanks for the reply.
          Anyhow, I’m getting one as my late Christmas gift though.
          I’ll give you update once its arrived.

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          • Nate says

            January 2, 2019 at 1:18 pm

            Thanks Aaron. Look forward to getting an update on how the size works, and what you think of them overall.

            Reply
    22. Brian says

      November 23, 2018 at 3:10 pm

      Would you recommend the xf or ds? I’d like to strap them to my libtech orca for deeper days and trees. I already have the ds on my funslinger and I love them but was curious about the xf…

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      • Nate says

        November 24, 2018 at 2:18 pm

        Hi Brian

        Thanks for your message.

        The Orca isn’t something I’ve ridden but based on the specs, I think the XF would be a great match for it. Would just give you more response and be a bit better at driving the board, compared to the DS assuming the flex rating from Lib Tech is fairly accurate.

        But like I say, I haven’t ridden it but based on the specs I think the XF would be a little better, though you could certainly ride it with the DS.

        Hope this helps with your decision

        Reply

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