NIDECKER SUPERMATIC REVIEW (new step in snowboard binding) 

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The coolest part about these videos is how he does it in basically one cut. I think its underappreciated how hard it is to do a full dialogue like that without any jump cuts.

This is a game changer. I'm mid 40s and have just done snowboard lessons. I can ski, and one thing I noticed is that boarding is so much more hard work. All the sitting, kneeling, rolling etc just before you get going was physically tiring. I know you say these are not just for beginners but they are absolutely gonna benefit beginners and older snowboarders in a massive way. Great video.

I'm still a beginner, took my third snowboarding trip this past week and picked these up because of the good review. Thanks for the awesome videos!

Last week I saw a guy on a slope in poland with these bindings, he said they're fantastic, but they will be on sale in the next season. For me as a snowboarder, the most annoing thing is to find a place to strap a boot, standing or sitting on a butt, especially when my friends, are mostly skiiers. It won't happen again. I was sceptical about durabitility, but yours review made me instabuy when they're arrive to the stores. Greetings

it's nice to see someone thoroughly use a product before reviewing them, not just a day or a weekend. my only concern is that the high back doesn't fold down forward like traditional binding, something i do when getting on lift. sometimes the seat are too low and crush down on the high back if they are up right. but if the high back is laid back, then they can trip you when you're skating around. that happens when i used the Flow binding.

Great review Malcom.. Im 62 and the aches of bending down starting to appear..old man time and all.. so these are perfect.. a little expensive but if extends my life on the snow gotta be worth it.. ❤

Thanks for your honest review and feedback Malcom!

Great review, this is litterly everything i was searching for. These bindings make snowboarden so much easier, we all know the struggle when you're on the road with your friends on skis.

This is a great review and I've ridden them for couple of weeks but I suggest anyone using them checks the roller is secured before every run as it fell out on coming off one lift on my 3rd holiday using them in Tignes in December 23 which was lucky in a way as I wasn't riding a black run when it happened and i only had to get a couple of lifts back down.. I checked in a couple of shops in Val D'Isere and Tignes and they were both very supportive of them saying they hadn't seen such any issues before with these, Just back from another week in Austria and no issues this time. BUT TAKE CARE AND ALWAYS CHECK YOUR BINDINGS FOR TIGHTNESS OF ANY PARTS YGAT5 COULD BECOME LOOSE. Have a great ride.....

Im totally sold on the Supermatics, in fact I've preordered them through my local pro shop but I'm gonna come to Clews defense here. I have zero problem strapping in and out going into the lodge or onto a gondola. most riders are clearly okay with that too as is evidenced by the fact that the market is dominated by strap in systems. The Clews function exactly like a normal strap system. Exactly. Except they have the added benefit of quick, no -sit entry as you get off the lift. Maybe it looks a little weird to the few people who actually notice but the design is simple, with very few added moving parts, and offers a best of both worlds setup that, in my opinion, is 2nd only to the Supermatics. That said, I think it's a distant 2nd. These Nideckers are amazing!!!

Such a shame you didn't review the clew binding. I would have loved to watch a video in which you gave your thoughts compared to these having ridden both for a few weeks.

Thanks for the review! These bindings definitely offer so much for so little (if any downside). As an owner of the 2nd generation of the Burton Step-On bindings, here's a couple differentiators I could think of: 1) Since the Burtons don't have any straps whatsoever, the high-back can completely fold in flush with the board for easier storage especially in a boarding bag. This can be even more handy when you're checking your gear on a plane. 2) There's less overall weight for specifically the Burton Step-Ons compared to these Supermatics since there aren't any straps. The difference between 'normal' bindings and the Supermatics would be much less since they both use straps. 3) This is more of a suggested correction: conventional bindings DO come with leashes and it's strongly encouraged, if not mandatory, at a few of my local ski resorts to wear the leash just in case there are any binding malfunctions for that front foot. I think it speaks more to possible human error than the reliability of the bindings themselves. The fact that the Supermatics don't come with a leash doesn't really mean anything to me in this context. I've worn my Burtons without the leash too in those conditions where I find myself needing both feet free. Anyway, thanks again for the detailed video, I just wanted to put in my two cents!

I take the final decision after watching this video. I do like how you took the time to show how you put them on and off on a real basis and not in a prepared scenario. The sequence of putting in while riding... that's top, man. Thanks. Really, thanks.

This is a great review! I was never a fan of traditional bindings. I got a pair of flow bindings last year after a friend introduced me to them. Changed my life, however the reaching behind the back to "unlock" them required some flexibility. As a middle aged, chunky guy. Anything that makes the stepping in easier, I'm all for. I will be waiting for these to come on the market. Thanks again for the long term review. As you pointed out, short term reviews are always fantastic. But 5-6 hours a day for 6 weeks is more than probably most of us "weekend warriors" will ever do. The longevity of the equipment is a great thing.

That was the most concise and honest review I've ever seen on YT of any product ever. Genuinely I was torn between these and the Burtons. I've just ordered the Nideckers.

Great review, Malcolm. These are the bindings I am looking for. Every one first talks about the use case of quickly getting into the bindings, but for me that was the least important use case. As I got older and fatter, it became almost impossible to sit down and reach my feet to strap in. Add to that the issue of dragging the board on one foot to the lift which always exhausted me, and I had nearly given up snowboarding...until I found the Flow bindings ,which do have some issues. These Nideckers solve both of my major issues - I can step in easily when I need to ride and very importantly I can step out easily and carry the board to the lift line instead of dragging it with my diminished muscles. I will be buying these the moment they show up in the market.

Finally got a pair at my pro shop discount preseason sale. Been into step in bindings since I started a couple of years ago. Your channel has not only helped me be a better rider but also helped me find gear that will help the ride as well. Can’t wait for this season and the videos you’d bring!

Really rare that I comment... but your review is excellent! I rode the Vans/Switch Step in for years; buying boots on eBay because they stop manufacturing them to soon... Then, I change to Flow rear entry; which was the best compromise. Two months ago, or so, I saw a guy with a Supermatic set-up. Because is friend saw I was on Flow set-up, he ask the guy to show me how quick were the Supermatic...WoW! I think my mind is made now... Hopefully they will be available in Canada!

This is genuinely the best review video i have watched about ANY product, answered all my questions and more in a very natural way like it was just a friend introducing them to me instead of the superficial stuff you often get on YT reviews.

Dude your videos are brilliant! Makes me wish I did that season in Austria when I was offered it years ago after college. I binged on your videos before I went boarding in early March and your lessons really helped. Thanks mate your effort is much appreciated 👊

i am defo buying these, at the moment i ride with sp step ins which i love but i still have to bend down when getting in and out, at 62yrs old anything that stops me bending down so much is a bonus, great review by the way.

Another fantastic deep dive video Malcolm! Much appreciated... been riding Flows for 15+ years while following the evolution of quick entry approaches (i.e. Burton, Flow, K2, Clew) and given that every system has their design pro's/cons, the Supermatic design comes closest to addressing the ideal vision of "quick entry" with the fewest compromises. Anxiously awaiting for Supermatic version 2.0 so that I can retire my current Flows. Would love to see a long term follow up video next season on your experience with these bindings...I trust Nidecker R&D would welcome your feedback as well. Keep up the excellent content!

I was considering the CLEW bindings and this looks better in some ways. Great to see step on technology developing. But it needs everyone to buy in else you still have to wait for friends to strap in at the top, or catch up after the flats at the bottom

For the last 3 years I’ve been riding Clew bindings. They were and are still awesome. Less moving parts comparing to Nedecker. But I am sure these are also great.

The clew bindings are great. If your getting on the gondola, then just unstrap as normal binding and you won’t have the high backs on your feet. Problem solved. Great review by the way.

sick video you are very good at making your dialogue fluid and informative while riding with flow and steez . good job man

i have been on burton step ons for the last 3 seasons and bought this after watching your review just done 8 days in them and its great to be back in light soft boots as my burtons were a little stiff and heavy also found them easer to get in and out of keep up the good work 💪👏👏

have had the K2 clickers for about 20 years. (Various updated bindings, newer boa boots) They are great for me except in powder or when the metal on the boots ice up. When I carry my Clicker board I love how flat the board is without bindings (I don't use heel backs on K2 Clickers). Then I got Flows a few years ago for my Jones Hovercraft but they were somehow worse, maybe my feet are too, big but half the time I ended up strapping in since my boot wouldn't slide in enough for me to lift the back. I got Clew's this year because I didn't have the money to get both Burton boots and bindings like my friends. After a couple trips so far the Clews seem to be really good in different snow conditions. Also I'm a grown ass man so I don't care what people think, I'll wear the Clew binding backs into the lodge at lunch. I'll chime in again next year as I see how they wear.

Invested in Burton step ons but by the time I'm through with that setup, this will be my next ones. If there are any issues or gremlins, I'm sure we'll know about it by then or it'll be fixed.

Awesome review, Malcolm! I love that you're one of the only people who do long-term reviews of gear that you've been riding for a while. I just upgraded my bindings, so I don't think I'll be jumping into gen. 1 of the Supermatics, but with this review, I'm definitely convinced that they're something I could use, so probably in a couple of years, when an improved second gen. of these comes out and I want to upgrade again, I'll finally jump on the step-in bandwagon!

Just bought them, tested in Austrian Alps and I'm really impressed how cool they work. Best bindings at the moment.

Besides from the great review this is such a cool video xD coming out of the lift, just explaining everything going down the mountain while also having good sound quality. Basically doing a one-take for the first 4 minutes ... i wonder if this worked out the first time or if you had to do it more than once xD

the traditional bindings are the not-so-cool part of snowboarding, quite a hassle. planning to have my own gear, finally, and was leaning towards Burton's. you've just changed my mind! great and thorough review, addressing all the questions most of us had in mind. thanks!

Great and well balanced review! I have ridden the burton step ons for 4 seasons and I love them. That said, I would definitely look in to these. The main reason being..the natural lateral flex. The step ons are great and do everything they claim...but..the way the heel cleat engages into the heel cup has zero lateral play, which does make them very responsive. It also means that if you have a more surfy riding style there is a lot of pressure on your ankles and hips. The lack of lateral play in the binding also causes channel inserts to work loose a lot faster/easier due to the added leverage of the interface. It would be nice if Burton could build some float into the heel cleat( like a clipless bike pedal) to alleviate this issue. All that being what it is, Step Ons are still great and if you like a stiff responsive binding...they are pretty much top of the heap in that regard. ..but I can really see a place for the supermatics as well. Thanks again for the review.

Without MM's reviews on these binding I dont think I could have ordered a pair on line without testing them first. Every other review seems to have been made by very advanced hard charging riders that have unboxed them, fixed them to a board. cranked down all 3 straps, spent a day or 2 on them and then given negative feedback because they didnt understand that the 3rd strap is meant to be loose. Ive had mine a couple of weeks now and so far have only spent 6 hours of indoor slope time on them, but because it is indoor time that means ive been stepping in and out every 4 or 5 mins for 6 hours which I think is a reasonable test of the step in function. Absolute delight to use and when riding they feel at least as good as the Now bindings they replaced. Roll on March 2024. Incidentally, I think the 23/24 versions have put on weight. My XL supermatics are 1358g and my Now bindings 1013g which is 345g per binding, that said they still dont feel heavy underfoot.

As for the Burton StepOn leash they put it there in case you or someone else accidentally clips the release lever while you are on a lift. I believe same could happen with Nidecker Suprematic once the release lever is accidentally released while on a lift it will fall freely.

i got the burton step on's the year they came out and I love them! that being said these look super cool! i will def consider when i next upgrade. i love that you can wear any boot. oh and you right about the leash - its not a big deal but it is slightly annoying. that being said i have never ever felt like i would lose the board on a lift. its just additional safety - which no one can hate on.

Thanks for the review but Burton got it right. I'll never give up my Step-Ons. Had them since first generation. They still work great, simple in and out and no pressure on the top of my foot.

Flows for life!! Been riding Flow for almost 20 years, never found anything better. Many have tried to copy but no ones better.

I like that your channel reviews the product while you ride them. Helps to see how they perform.

I got flow bindings recently, and they're amazing. Never going back to regular strap ins.

Just changed my mind on what bindings am getting next. Game changers 🙌

Thanks for the review and these will for sure be on my need to buy list. Last season (first ever down the slopes) I ran on rental boards and bindings but hated em. So I purchased my own setup for the season and did plenty of research. Ended up with a complete nidecker setup. Ranger boots, escape 156 board and flow bindings. As a new snowboarder this let me progress quickly and I went from barely getting down on greens to surfing down reds (no blacks yet and had a few lessons this season). So going back to traditional bindings is a no for me as the flow bindings let me get crusing quickly after leaving the lift. Also have to say thanks for all your instruction videos they have helped an old fart like me (turning 49 in a couple of weeks) a lot!

Great review. No-one uses the leash on Step Ons. Straps will break before you come out of a Step On. I'm steering my great nephew toward the Nidecker Supermatic and the Burton Step Ons.

Hi Malcolm, This is the review I've been waiting for! From someone I know I can trust. Here are a couple of things I've been wondering about from the first day I saw these (and also from my experience with Flow. I ride the NX2-CX which I think is the stiffest one they have) 1. Mechanism durability - You were eluding to it in the beginning of the video but you didn't actually say, does the locking mechanism show any wear or looseness over time? 2. Strap locks - An issue I've had with my Flows was that the locking on the strap ratchets(that little button) become loose over time and after a full season they basically stopped locking... which became super annoying since every nudge when your foot is out makes them tighten and then you get off the lift and your foot doesn't go in without a re-adjust. Did you notice anything like that? 3. Boot wear - did you notice any wear on your boots from the repeated in and out? 4. Stiffness - I love my boots and bindings stiff and was wondering about your thoughts. You did mention the Supermatics are middle of the road but paired with stiff boot would you say it's gonna be noticeable? if so, might be better to wait for that stiffer Supermatic variant to come out before pulling the trigger? Been following you for a long time and love your videos mate. Keep up the good work!

A mix of rear entry and step in, that you can also use as a regular straps binding if you want, and with any boot you want. Clearly superior to the step on. Case closed.

Now this is a step-in binding I can see myself riding with, thanks for the thorough review mate!

Great review. Interesting design. They look soft though. I prefer the super responsiveness the Burton step-ons give though.

I am a burton step on fan and have 4 pairs of step on boots and bindings. But I would totally get this once it comes out. I just hate bending down and this eliminates 1 more step when getting off the board.

Dude amazing review. Love the long riding selfie takes with flawless text delivery, you really are a talented presenter!

Thank you for the super detailed breakdown of the bindings. These definitely look like the future, can't wait until Nidecker manufactures ones with a stiffer flex. For now I am somewhat stuck with my Burton Ion SO boots and StepOn X bindings for the sake of stiffness. The only major pain point is the registration used for guiding the back cleat into the binding, I tend to miss 1 out of every 10 times. As far as the leash goes, I don't bother with it and just keep in my pocket. Although I think Burton could have chosen a better clip for the leash, it is hard to operate with gloves on.

So glad I saw this. I've been looking at pre-ordering CLEW bindings for the 2023 season and now I think I'll be waiting on these instead.

Have been riding the original Flow bindings since the very beginning. Also tried straps, Switch and the first Burton step-ins. Back entry bindings of any brand are head and shoulders above them all for comfort, choice of boots and ease of use.

Been waiting for a review on these! Thank you. Great insights. Might be my next bindings.

Burton Step Ons are better. I’ve ridden Burton StepOns since they first came out. If skating isn’t required at the top, I usually have the back foot already locked in on the chair, so I can slide off & keep going just like a skier. Also, you don’t need to reach down to touch anything before stepping in; you just step in, and away you go. If you get good enough, you can step into it, on the fly, without looking down. Yes I do use a leash, because you never know where a skier will plant a stupid pole. One other big safety related reason I prefer Burton, is that the release lever is pull up, not push down. This allows me to modify the lever by attaching a line (twisting hockey stick tape) from the lever to the highback making it easier to reach by about 6 inches. Inches that can save your life if you’re stuck in a bad situation in the trees and you have to release your foot in order to extricate yourself from that bad situation. Having the boot directly connected to the binding, makes for incredible responsiveness, and the boots have an ankle strap built in as part of the boot, so you do get some traditional feel. There are no straps that your energy has to move through, so the response is more instantaneous. DC makes compatible boots, and other companies will soon be licensed and producing compatible boots as well. Next year will be the 7th generation for Burton StepOns, and they keep getting improved upon every year.

Great review - was seriously looking at the Clew ( I do love step-in tech and still ride today with a pair of 4 year old Cinch CTS). On an unrelated note - I’m a recent subscriber to the channel and am currently in La Plagne putting your guidance into practice - have to say my progression has been amazing - many thanks for the vids fella!

I got my first snowboard and threw on the white ones. Love the supermatics

I have the CLEW binding :) what can I say: I love my bindings and absolutely incredible company. Quick to respond with support, excellent service team with the customers as their first priority. 10/10.

I bought the last pair I could find after this video and just got it today. Can't wait to test it!!!

Riding on those for 2 seasons already and I love them! Can't go to any other bindings on market right now, they are just way too comfortable. They have some downsides, all are really minor imo.

Best review I’ve seen on these or in general. So thorough. Looking forward to more of these on boards etc. Not enough of these types! Watched the full Vid and picking these up!

Great review, saw these yesterday at a dry slope near Christchurch. Got them put aside there and then. After last few years of trying out each flow innovation and usually reverting to my trusty ride strap in bindings from back in the day, these bindings are perfect for me, I’m now just into my fifties and ride with friends that ski, so don’t want them to be waiting for me strapping in. Anyhoo - after this review, phoned up and paid for the bindings. Love your work 😃

Omg Obsessed. When will the womens’ version come out. Best product review I’ve ever seen.

They are amazing!! I'm sold. I had burton step ins from the early 00s and I swore by them the only thing that let them down was their weight but the niedeckers look absolutely fantastic!

A couple of thoughts from someone who also rode Flows in the past and currently rides Burton Step Ons: 1. My biggest issue with the Flows was that you simply couldn't get the top part tight enough over the boots, so you ended up sacrificing a ton of performance on the toe edge. So I'm glad to see that these allow you to set the pressure of the straps like normal bindings. 2. While the Burton Step Ons do work as advertised 80% of the time of me, as you say, you do have to step on with your boots in a very specific position, otherwise it can be tricky to get both toe hooks in their attachment points. So I find myself often having to sit down, or even release the foot entirely and try again. 3. More worryingly, I've had two situations where snow and ice had built up on the heel attachment point so much that I couldn't get the boot in at all (in one of these situations I had to heel edge down the run to the nearest chairlift to use the tools to remove the ice). I'm not sure if I'm just an idiot, as most reports I read online from other Burton Step On users say this is never an issue, but it has happened to me. So considering these two points, if these Nideckers work the way you say they do, they should solve my two biggest gripes with the Burtons. One last point, this time in defence of the Burton Step Ons: while they do indeed come with the leash you mentioned, I always assumed that was just because in the past many resorts required snowboard leashes, so maybe they provided the customer with one just in case. I just removed the one on my bindings when I first installed them, so it's never been an issue.

Can’t wait to get one of these great bindings. Your remarks on the Flows are spot on. And, man, your ride is the best I’ve seen on YT and what I dream being able doing one day! Keep up that great work.

My 2024 Supermatics arrived a couple of days ago (2 months earlier than promised). They've passed the step-in and out test on the living-room floor so next up will be a trip to some indoor snow in a few weeks.

I like these Supermatic bindings best for the step in, the Leash on the Burtons only says "Yes, it may come off... maybe...."

Thanks for the review! No issues with straps except at the local area. Limited vertical. The ~6 minute up and ~3 minute down. Local board set up with Flow NX2-TM. Too lazy to deal with straps. Plus more laps/hr. All other systems were out for the reasons you noted. Mtn board trad bindings. Good to hear these bindings have the feel and performance of trad strap bindings. Happy to hear they seem durable. Thanks for the close up of the locking ratchet and heel hammock system.

Great review. I rode the SP step in's this season, now I wish I waited. These look AMAZING!!!

Damn channels blowing up! I remember it was only 10K when I joined.

Had to open youtube app on my phone just to hit like and comment how good of a review this is!! Gear channels out there take notes!!!!!

I bought the Step-On's this season (2022 model) and honestly they feel awesome and yet simple. I don't know but these Nidecker ones look like they have more mechanical pieces than regular Step-ons and Clew. I don't say they are bad, but it is high likely to break apart or malfunction because more pieces = more point of failure. Before Step-On's I had Flow Rear Entry Bindings. They felt great yet, after 2 years of usage (I didn't hit them on any trees or bars since I did mostly resort riding) my back foot binding's rear entry part actually got loose and started to open during my rides. This is even after 2 years of usage. Now I imagine the same happening to these ones as well. Sometimes being simple is okay. You don't have to mix in different methods to make something all-in-one and expect it to be good always. In this case, I see Nidecker wants their selling point to be that these can be used as regular bindings AND as step ons.

Also just to add. You have a great and informative manner on the vids - I’ll be looking at your other stuff too now! Happy new year

I know which bindings I will buy in the fall. Thanks for the review!

Best demo video by far. Thanks. I bought em and am concerned about the weight. They are so freaking heavy!!

My Burton Step Ons in the US, don’t have the mention leash. It took me a season to get used to them, but they work well for me. I was going to upgrade to the version 2.0, but I might try these.

Hey brother Malcolm! Excellent review. I would definitely give these a look when I replace my Burton Cartel bindings. I used to have Flows back in the day, but as you mentioned, when the footbed or the bottom of your boot gott packed w/ snow, they were very difficult to close. A couple of questions: Do you know if these would work with Burton's Channel System? And, does the highback fold all the way forward over the binding? The chair can break the rear highback if there's not enough room between the chair & the snow for it to clear when you're getting on. It's happened to me more than once when I've forgotten to fold my highback and it crushes your day!

Going to try these out for next season. Pre-ordered some carbon models. Cant wait !

Lmao the point about the Clew bindings highback staying on the boot is quite a funny take! I would argue any attention is good attention and if someone thinks that looks ridiculous all you have to do is say "Oh yeah? How ridiculous is this-" and pop your foot back onto the binding in half a second. I do get the argument that you think it looks weird, but at the same time, it also looks unique and some might even think it looks cool. These ones? They're like a sleeper version, whereas the Clew's are a lot more in your face and visible. In my opinion, it all comes down to which ones are the best and provide the best fit for you. I haven't tried either, but I'm thinking of switching from skis to snowboarding and something that steps in/on to the board as quickly and easily as a ski boot would completely solidify that decision, regardless how it looks.

Another great review MM. This sort of tech will make it easier for all of us. Hopefully they offer a stiffer model in the future. Looks impressive. Thanks for posting.

just got these, excited to finally have step-ins. These things are ideal if you put them on only on flat terrain or of you have a very narrow stance. The binding will hold you in place. But even with a week of practice, everyone in my crew was sitting strapping in, and ready to go before me. I don't recommend these to anyone.

Thanks for the extremely thorough review. I'm going to also check out your follow up, since I'm in the market for new bindings and want to be sure. But because you rode them for so long and so heavily before this first one and then walked me through all my possible concerns I'm pretty satisfied with the information here

Be careful, when you ride the chairlift I accidentally pressed the lever with my other foot and the board came off. First time I was barely getting on the chairlift and the board fell down. Next time, again, I accidentally pressed the lever but this time I noticed it and was able to put on the binding again. Overall I am very happy with these Bindings.

they look wicked, what i really want to see now is how long they last under usual wear and tear... With so many new moving components (the "hammock" in particular) I would imagine these will start wearing our pretty quickly.. or even break if dropped/stepped on incorrectly... they looked weak. the locking mechanism is surely another weak point too... if ice builds up in the lock - say if you left your board outside while grabbing a beer/resting... how do you unice the lock/does it even matter?

you sold me in the last 30 seconds when you started talking about the 100 skate!

Marcel’s farm run. I miss Huez so much. As usual awesome video Malcolm!

Great review and very honest review too. I've never had a problem with traditional bindings but after watching this I'm definitely going to look into these. I have a Nidecker Area 153 which I love and such a good brand that they have to be good. Thanks again for yet another informative video

Interesting! I'm a long time Flow user, and I've liked them all along, but these appear to be even easier to get in and out of than the Flows. I saw that Nidecker owns the Flow company now. I wonder what's going to happen to them. These seem to do everything the Flows do, but better.

Hi Malcolm, thanks for testing, I was curious about this system. Nevertheless I cannot agree with what you say about Burton Step-On. Having them 2 years now, I can really coming out from chairlift without stopping or not even looking at my bindings. I just "throw" my foot against the spoiler, 2 clicks out of 4 (2 clicks on the front, 2 clicks for the 2 levels on the spoiler) and I can go. The step-on does not require to go completely "flat"on the board, but just follow the spoiler inclination. I find Supermatic more complex, especially for beginners/false intermediates, because it required entering with an angle. You can manage very well standing at one foot and even snowboarding at one foot, like I do,.....but have a look at how many snowboarder can conduct their boards at one feet only....20%? The remaining would really struggle staying at one foot and inserting the other feet at that angle. Sure the investment for Step-on+Boots is high and the feeling cannot be the same, but since I like it with Ion boots and do not miss those Nidecker. I wanted just to say mine, thanks! ;)

Love all your videos you explain everything in such simple and clear terms. Love the look of these bindings. I bought the Burton SO version 2 last year, wish I’d known about these

Looks amazing can't wait to snag a pair once I get back into snowboarding!

So comparing to the step on i do like that you can use what ever boot you want. On the subject of the leash I don't use it and I think the lawyers probably made them add it just in case but you don't have to put it your board so a non-issue if you don't use it. For me the step-on bindings are just as easy to use and they do have one last advantage over all other bindings that is important to almost every one going to the resort and that is that they lay flat for transporting not only around the resort but also in the vehicle. This last point is sort of a secondary benefit that I didn't think of when buying the binding but also they just work.

Can you check where they are made? I saw that some of the Nidecker stuff is made in Tunisia and I like that idea...

I guess one issue is whether if they do break, can you easily get spare parts? That’s where Burton has a huge advantage, pretty much wherever you are there will be a shop with Burton components. However, if these don’t break, they do look pretty interesting

when you ride the gondola , you can still take off the CLEW as a regular binding witout the highback on your boot.So i think what it really comes down to is which of these is more convenient and easier to step in.

amazing review Malcolm - thanks. I'm a convert to Burton Step On, but the option to go back to swapping boards with mates on lazy runs at the end of the day has been sorely missed. Plus I'd get to use my Adidas Boots again... which were amazingly comfortable.

In my opinion it's the Flow NX2 successor, but under the Nidecker branding. Nidecker bought Flow several years ago. So we'll see if there will be a flow branded version of these.

What do you think of sharing these bindings? I think they are useful for my rear foot, not so much on the front foot that usually I did not unstrap often. So, since I'm a regular I could share a pair with a goofy rider by combining these bindings with the ones I already have for the front foot. It would save money and make better use of what I we already have. Also the manufacturer could be aware of this a sell a hybrid set.