Head : PX10

Review:
I'm a bit of a purist when it comes to bindings; the move from the latch straps to ratchets was welcome, but I've never gotten into the quick-in/out systems, rear-entry, or step-ins. That said, I've really appreciated the tweaks that Head incorporated in their binding line.

The design of the binding is very unique, and it is obvious that Head put some R&D money into developing the fit and flow of the binding. Features like the swivel heel-cup and the rotating high-backs are nice, others, like the quick angle adjustment system, are super innovative.

One of the most noticeable improvements is the addition of hinge on the toe and heel straps that allows the strap to stay out of the way while you're putting your foot into the binding. I thought it was a bit gimmicky at first, but it's something that I've grown to love, especially while watching others pull theirs out of the way.

Performance-wise, you couldn't ask for a better binding. The binding has a great stiffness that lets you really apply power straight to the board, but they're still soft enough to let you tweak that Japan air. I would definitely say they're a little better suited towards freeriding, as I prefer a slightly softer binding in the park, but if you're an all-mountain rider, there really isn't a better binding on the market.