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SNOWBOARDING: How To Choose Your Binding Placement


big mountain snowboard binding preference
Makheila's preference for big mountain/ freeride binding position.

If you're a snowboarder odds are you have experimented with different binding placements. Does your binding placement really matter? If so, do you need different placements for different styles of riding i.e.: backcountry, park, freeride, etc?


There will be an evolution to your binding stance. As you progress chances are your binding stance will change. If you look online you’ll find dozens of ways to mount your bindings. Generally, a stance should be a little wider than shoulder width apart. Starting with your bindings on the reference point is a good place to start.



Notice the front bindings placement compared to the other placements? Be sure to try different positions to find what works best for you.
Notice the front bindings placement compared to the other placements? Be sure to try different positions to find what works best for you.


Personally, I prefer to have a stance where it feels like when I bend my knees, they’re pointing slightly outwards and away from each other. For riding park, a more even angle stance (duck stance) is nice if you plan to learn how to ride switch at all. 



backcountry binding stance
Backcountry binding placement, notice how the bindings are set slightly further back.


While some prefer a more set back stance in their backcountry/freeride set up, meaning more nose in the board than tail. This may allow for more float/ more directional riding power.


Experiment for a day or two before deciding to change the stance right away! I’ve found that for my riding +9 in the front and -6 in the back. But it’s a good idea to try different angles to see what feels best for you. 


Happy experimenting and winter! Hope to see y’all out on the slopes!


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