Snowboard bindings will need to match the insert pattern on your snowboard. The binding should not overhang the side of the board.  Therefore, check the width of the board against the length of the bindings before you buy.

 

You should feel a snug fit when inserting your boot into the binding. This should be felt without ratcheting down as the heel cup should prevent any sideways (lateral) movement.  After you've strapped in your boots and tightened up pay attention to any pinching or pain that might be felt at pressure points.  Ensure there is no discernable heel-lift and toe overhang.  If the snowboard bindings don’t fit as well as you’d like them to, you can always adjust the base of the straps (not at the ratchets, but where the straps meet the binding frames.)

 

For those boarders with larger feet, adjustments will most likely be required to ensure the bindings are tilted to fit properly.  This may necessitate using a wider board.  Toe drag can be dangerous so it is important that you have a sound fit.

Whatever your choice of snowboard bindings make sure they offer adequate support in the heels, toes and ankles.  Newer style bindings usually come with a toe strap that pushes the foot back into the binding.  For the more adventurous snowboarder wanting to do big tricks try a gas pedal.  This is a raised patch on the toe plate that allows you to go onto your toe edge with less effort.

 

Although it doesn't impact upon performance, you may want to give some consideration to your color choice and match.  Look at matching the color of your board with that of your snowboard bindings and boots.  Do they look right or are they out of place with one another?  After all - you want to look good on the slopes right?

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