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Flow Bindings
I've got a 62 Custom '04 in the mail and I'm buying bindings and boots to go
along with it next week. Who has tried/owned Flow bindings and what are your thoughts on them? I've ridden some old school step-ins for about 7 or 8 years now, DNR's (I don't believe they are made anymore) and they have served me well. They didn't have a back on them so I am terribly sick of the incredibly stiff boot and whole dang step-in setup. I do however love the ease of step-ins, and I'm not a crazy hardcore control fanatic, so I am more concerned about ease of use and convenience when it comes to these bindings. For those reasons, the Flow looks like an excellent binding for my needs. Does it stack up with traditional bindings in the control and overall hold areas? and is it really as easy on the hill as it is in the store? Specifically I am looking at the Pro-11 model, but would consider the AMP-4 if someone told me there wasnt 50 dollars worth of difference besides stylings. (The shop where I will get 10% off doesnt carry the AMP-5 model, although that would be my first choice). Thanks in advance for any help. -Matt Also, anyone have any problems with the Burton Moto boot? Don't tell me they don't feel good for you, but more along the lines of how it holds up after use, etc etc. |
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Flow Bindings
From your description it sounds like Flows are great for you, that is if
your not super concerned with control. I think that they hold as well as strap ins but others have said that they don't. Also it has been said they work better for larger feet, like my 13s. However they work great for my freeriding and big mountain style. Bought a set last year after using traditional strap ins and K2 clickers. They are amazing. In answer to your question, they are as easy to get into on the mountain as in the store. However only on your toe edge, if you sitting your heal edge forget it, you just don't have space to fold down the back. You can strap in on the lift if you have a little space and they are easier than the K2 clicker system in this respect. Also you can exit the lift standing on your stomp and while still moving lean back flip the back, step in, latch, and go. It's great to blow by skiers and watch their faces as you don't stop. Only two things: 1) When looking into boots make sure you buy ones that has a rounded heal (I mean when looking at the side profile of the boot). If it is square you may have trouble getting the flows to open / fold down. But it is not too much of a problem. 2) The flows are somewhat heavy. So if there is a large difference in weight between the models then spend the extra money, if not I'm using a lower end set of FL-11s. They are great. Have fun, Ed Arata |
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