Flex Rating – 4 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) Baseplate Stage 8 | Duraflex – Union's lightest baseplate ever, the all-new Stage 8 Duraflex baseplate helps shave over 10 grams off total weight. Not to mention, it’s compatible with all existing mounting patterns right out of the box. EXT Thermoformed EVA Bushing – Multi-density bushings sustain their function each season - unlike urethane rubber or other materials that change color and become brittle over time. Extruded 3D Aluminum Heelcups – Designed for optimum heel hold and minimization of drag, Union 3D Extruded Aluminum heelcups are the strongest in the business. Canted Footbeds Highback Cadet | Duraflex – Duraflex material was specifically engineered to maintain consistent flex in a wide range of cold temperatures. Exclusive to Union for snowsports products. Tool-less FLAD Straps Forma Ankle Strap – The design of the Forma Ankle Strap produces strength and rapid response on the outside, fit and pillowed comfort on the inside TS 4.0 Toe Strap – Multi-positional options and thermoplastic anti-slip material keeps you locked in and on point. Each version has differing amounts of material based on weight. Buckles Aluminum – Fast in and fast out - the new mechanism combined with Union aluminum is superior to any binding buckle eon the market = with the exception of Union magnesium. Additional Features Grade 8.8 Hardware – The strongest steel available on the market, Union's use of Grade 8.8 represents a commitment to delivering the strongest and most reliable bindings on the market today. Universal Disk – 2x4, 4x4, 3D, and Channel compatible.
