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Back again to defend its title as the best freestyle, all-mountain snowboard in the land, the CAPiTA Defenders of Awesome Snowboard is the obvious choice for any rider seeking a durable, fun and versatile board. Sure, the Defenders of Awesome might be recognized for its not-so-mom-approved graphic, but it features Capita's coveted Hybrid Flat Kick Technology, sorry mom! Hybrid FK grants you the pop, response, and board control of camber, plus the stability and versatility of a flat surface underfoot. The DOA is crafted from sustainable wood and has a snappy flex that makes for damp landings and immediate edge-to-edge transitions, without hindering the board's ability to jib. There's no wonder why CAPiTA's Defenders of Awesome Snowboard has won the Transworld Good Wood test three years running - it is just that AWESOME!
Mountain Flatkick V2 – Subtle positive camber between the bindings intersects a flat section before turning into reverse camber. Both the tip and tail have a section of reverse camber (rocker) at the contact points. The result is tons of pop and stability on hardpack, easy float and landing power, improving rider performance in deep snow.
Flex Rating: 6 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) – This mildly stiff flexing snowboard offers a responsive, fun and agile freestyle-oriented ride you can take anywhere.
True Twin – Ride switch, regular, or upside down, this board won't care; completely symmetrical from tip to tail.
Blended Radial Sidecut – The sidecuts feature a single radius arc through the midsection of the board combined with a custom designed blend zone at the contact points. Varying the length of these blend zones and tailoring them specifically for certain aspects of riding greatly improves the board's performance.
RFC Sustainable Dual Core™ – Capita's DS Select RFC eco wood core is extremely lightweight, promoting a smooth and even flex to create a powerful, poppy ride. Beechwood is placed along the rails, enabling the rider to hold a solid edge when carving, eliminating chatter at high speeds and concentrating the rider input energy for more powerful ollies. Poplar wood strips increase strength and absorb vibrations.
Special Blend EVO | 2 x 30 mm Carbon Fiber Beams – This laminate does not contain the harsh chemicals commonly used during the snowboard laminating process. Instead, Capita's eco-friendly fiberglass configuration is comprised of a polyurethane based resin component which consumes less energy yet produces a product containing higher technical properties. Dual carbon beams that run parallel to the edges create a deck that is strong, durable, and lightweight with increased power and response.
Full ABS Silkscreened Fortress™ Kevlar Bound Sidewalls – A highly durable and lightweight sidewall technology that binds the sidewall and core material together to create an insanely long lasting, strong deck.
Wax Infused Rotation Sintered Base + Titanal Base Inlay – These bases are created by taking pellets of ultra-high-molecular-weight Polyethylene and compressing them through heat and pressure. The minuscule spaces left behind absorb wax and allow for extended periods of high-speed shredding as the wax wicks to the surface while you ride. This prevents your base from drying out and keeps the surface feeling freshly waxed throughout the day. Properly maintained sintered bases are fast and durable.
Die-cut Base | Multitech™ Silkscreen – Base color displayed may not be available. Base colors may vary.
360˚ Steel Edges
Level 5 DeepSpace™ Silkscreen + PLT Topsheet Technology – The environmentally-conscious PLT technology reduces the need for harmful chemicals while creating a high-quality and glossy metallic topsheet. Paired with DeepSpace™ advanced ink bonding and curing technologies for a killer graphic.
Sublimation Base – A graphic technology where the ink is pushed through a substrate into base material using pressure and heat. This creates a very vibrant graphic.
4 x 2 Inserts
Size (cm) | 148 | 150 | 152 | 154 | 155W | 156 | 158 | 158W | 160 | 161W |
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Effective Edge (mm) | 1176 | 1192 | 1208 | 1224 | 1166 | 1240 | 1256 | 1190 | 1272 | 1214 |
Tip Width (mm) | 287 | 290 | 293 | 295 | 301.5 | 298 | 300 | 305.4 | 304 | 309 |
Waist Width (mm) | 244 | 246 | 248 | 250 | 258 | 252 | 254 | 260 | 257 | 262 |
Tail Width (mm) | 287 | 290 | 293 | 295 | 301.5 | 298 | 300 | 305.4 | 304 | 309 |
Sidecut Radius (m) | 7.6 | 7.7 | 7.8 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.0 | 8.1 | 8.2 | 8.2 | 8.3 |
Stance Setback (in) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Stance Range (in) | 24.1 | 24.1 | 25.1 | 25.1 | 25.1 | 25.1 | 26.1 | 26.1 | 26.1 | 26.1 |
Stance Range (mm) | 61.3 | 61.3 | 63.9 | 63.9 | 63.9 | 63.9 | 66.4 | 66.4 | 66.4 | 66.4 |
Width | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Mid-Wide | Regular | Regular | Wide | Regular | Wide |
For 11 years, the Union Force Snowboard Bindings have stayed on top due to their strength, dependability, and versatility. A medium flex for ample support and turning response without sacrificing park riding capabilities, combined with a vibration-killing EVA footbed and tool-free construction means you won't waste time going to the lodge to make adjustments or call it quits early because your legs are tired. Union's Force Bindings give you the performance you need for hard, aggressive riding and the comfort you want for chill days just cruising at a price your piggy bank can support.
Stage 4 Duraflex ST – A stiff base combined with dual density injected bushing provides a high-performance response, comfortable dampening and a true board flex.
Multi-Density Thermoformed EVA – Lightweight foam cushioning provides premium shock-absorption while maintaining board feel and natural flex.
Force Highback – Flex and tweakability where you want it, support and durability where you need it. These highbacks give you next level heelside response and board control.
SonicFused Ankle Strap – Features a multi-layer composite strap core that is fused together to form a single, articulated strap. This minimization of stitching increases the straps durability and reduces weight. Additionally, it evenly distributes pressure across your boot improving comfort and lateral mobility.
Magnesium Buckles – This high-tech process produces a material four-times the strength of aluminum with only half the weight. Plus, magnesium is easily recycled and remains the eighth most abundant material on the planet.
3D Heelcup – Made of extremely durable extruded aluminum, designed to minimize toe drag while optimizing heel hold.
Grade 8.8 Hardware – The most commonly used hardware is made from "mild steel" that has a property class of only 4.6. Considering how much stress a binding is under, Union uses only the strongest steel on ALL hardware.
Tool-Free Adjustments – No screwdrivers needed - Flip the levers for a quick and easy on-hill adjustment.