Snowboard Bindings for any Taste from Flow, Drake, and Head
by C. Hintz
With so many snowboard binding choice out there it can be a little overwhelming deciding which model is best for you. Three of my favorite snowboard binding brands are Drake Flow and Head. The 2007 - 2008 snowboarding season looks like it is going to be the best on yet in term of design and technology among the best snowboard manufacturers.
Over the last 10 years Drake have improved their snowboard bindings by focusing on the details. Nearly all of the heel cups on Drake snowboard bindings are constructed from lightweight aluminum giving the rider a responsive, durable heel cup.
Drake's dual function toe straps are perfect for the rider obsessed with customization. This flexible strap can be placed on the top of the foot or in front of the toes like a heel cup.
As a company generally known for their tennis equipment Head has in recent years emerged as a contender in the snowboarding game. Featuring models with everything from 3-D molded neoprene straps, plug and play discs, and adjustable toe ramps, to leather high back padding Head's bindings are sure to be the favorite of many!
Head's snowboard bindings have a one of a kind look. With futuristic looking heel cups, high contrast color scheme and 3-D molding, Head's snowboard bindings are bound to turn Head's.
My favorite of the group Flow, feature a one piece ankle and toe strap that is sure to keep you boots securely fastened to your board. Flow make some ot the lightest most streamlined straps on the market.
With a look that echoes something from a science fiction movie, the Flow snowboard bindings, gives the impression of a binding that is an extension of your foot. With beautiful color schemes and graphics, the Flow bindings are sure to keep your feet in place in style.
More often then not the choice of snowboard bindings is made on look rather then features. Each one of the brands I've discussed offer unique looking models to fit any taste while the feature list of each model will benefit anyone, from the amateur to the pro, low price point or high, these brands are perfect for riders of any level and perfect for any budget!