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With a rep for exceptional freestyle performance in the all-mountain sector, the Never Summer Proto Synthesis Snowboard continues to crush it with a seriously smooth, damp ride and standout energy coming out of the turn. The Proto Synth is built around a classic Superlight Wood Core, and adds Shock Wave Rocker Camber under your feet as well as Recluse Web Carbon laminates at the nose and tail.
Shock Wave Rocker Camber – Shock Wave Rocker Camber gives you the shock of explosive power and the fluid feel of riding a wave. SWRC features longer camber areas under the bindings for huge pop and vice like stability with a smaller rocker area in between that retains quick turn initiation and flotation. The hallmarks of the patented Rocker Camber Profile.
Extended Transition Area – Never Summer adds a small flat section in the snowboard profile that improves both turn initiation and powder flotation.
Flex Rating – 6 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)
Dampness Rating – 6 (1 Lively - 10 Damp)
Vario Power Grip Sidecut – Vario Power Grip Sidecut utilizes multiple radii creating extra contact points to enhance edge hold. A flat section in the rocker area provides a broad contact point when flexed, but allows the board to track straight and not catch when unbent. Flanking this straight section are two shallow radii, which provide the second and third contact points. Towards the ends of the sidecut are deep radii which render quick turn initiation and the final contact points
Low Profile Tip/Tail – A low profile in the nose and tail of the snowboard maximizes material contact with the snow for more powerful ollie/nollie pop and stability to your landings. Low Profile Tip/Tail also reduces the plowing effect in the nose for better glide to the next feature and superior float when it's deep.
NS Superlight Wood Core – Never Summer's Superlight core uses a custom blend of Poplar, Paulownia and Birch woods that was created to be the lightest weight yet durable core on the market.
Recluse Web Carbon Layup – Strategically positioned to stiffen the board at the ends for edge hold pressure, spring, and stability. The Recluse Web Carbon Layup holds the integrity of the board's flex pattern over a long period and creates a powerful snap in and out of the turn.
STS Pretensioned Fiberglass – The world's best snowboard fiberglass, period. This advanced pre-hardened, pre-tensioned, layered laminate has added elastomer stringers between the 0 degree and 90 degree glass fibers (the length of the effective edge). This produces a stronger bond between the individual glass laminates giving our snowboards unmatched strength, edge hold and performance.
Bi-Lite Fiberglass – Bi-Lite Fiberglass combines many of the strength characteristics of Never Summer's STS fiberglass with an ultralight glass fiber matrix. This delivers incredible freestyle and freeride performance without sacrificing durability.
RDS 2 Damping System – This lightweight system uses three narrower laminated dampening layers that provide the perfect combination of vibration, absorption, and stability. RDS 2 is the perfect balance of freeride stability and freestyle liveliness.
Elastomeric Underfoot Stabilizers – Elastomeric Underfoot Stabilizers directly below the mounting area provide optimum vibration absorption and increase high-speed stability while reducing foot fatigue.
Harmonic Tip / Tail Damper – Harmonic Dampers in the tip and tail take out a high percentage of residual vibration by quieting the nose and tail. This enhances stability at speed, in variable snow conditions and on board landings without deadening the liveliness and pop of the cambered areas.
Sintered UHMW Polyethylene Sidewalls – Never Summer was the first snowboard company to use and perfect Sintered P-Tex Sidewalls, and they've never seen one crack. Unlike conventional ABS sidewalls that have a tendency to crack in colder temperatures, Sintered P-Tex Sidewalls maintain their integrity at any temperature.
Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base – Crown Plastics has developed an exclusive, super fast, durable sintered base specifically for higher end boards. Just the right amount of graphite has been added making the Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base the fastest Never Summer has ever used.
Full Wrap Metal Edge
Coextruded Polymer Topsheet – The Premium Topsheet is a durable, lightweight, scratch and chip resistant fiber backed thermoplastic. The premium topsheets also provide more grip than other topsheet materials, working as a built-in stomp pad.
2 x 4 Insert Pattern
Size (cm) | 152 | 155 | 158 | 161 |
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Effective Edge (mm) | 1176 | 1198 | 1226 | 1254 |
Tip Width (mm) | 300 | 302 | 303 | 304 |
Waist Width (mm) | 252 | 254 | 255 | 256 |
Tail Width (mm) | 300 | 302 | 303 | 304 |
Sidecut Radius (m) | 7.24 | 7.43 | 7.66 | 7.82 |
Width | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular |
The Union Force Snowboard Bindings are an all mountain icon. Union put their most cutting edge technology into these bindings, with carefully engineered highbacks, baseplates, and straps combining for a ride that delivers top shelf comfort, response, and durability for everyday riding. Whether you're ripping groomers or hunting pow, you can count on the Union Force Snowboard Bindings to deliver.
Flex Rating – 7 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)
Stage 9 | Duraflex ST – Built with a purpose. The Stage 9 Duraflex ST Baseplate offers Union’s highest levels of strength and energy transmission to date. Backed by Union’s lifetime warranty guarantee.
Molecular Bushing System – Union’s all new Molecular Bushing Suspension System acts as an additional layer of dampening and shock absorption between you and your snowboard.
Stage 9 Baseplate Gasket – The final layer of the of the Stage 9 base. The baseplate Gasket holds the molecular bushing in place, and adds another layer of dampening and vibration cancelling.
Extruded 3D Aluminum Heelcups – Designed for optimum heel hold and minimization of drag, Union 3D Extruded Aluminum heelcups are the strongest in the business.
Canted Footbeds
Stage 19 | Duraflex ST – Layered highback construction allows riders to achieve stronger edge to edge response while still maintaining tortional flexibility for a comfortable ride.
Non-Stick HP EVA – The next evolution of Union’s non-stick EVA technology. Non-Stick Hot Press EVA creates a closed cell finish that’s 100% waterproof. Gone are the days of snow and ice build up on your bindings
Tool-less FLAD
ExoFrame 6.0 Ankle Strap – Padded comfort meets response. The all-new Exoframe 6.0 Ankle Strap features Union's new Molecular Ankle Strap Padding all the way over the edge of the plastic Exoframe strap body. This new design helps to minimize foot and ankle fatigue by reducing pressure points.
TS 5.0 Toe Strap – The TS 5.0 Toe Strap easily shapes to any snowboard boot and offers maximum grip from all angles.
Magnesium S2 with Steel Base – Union's proven bombproof ratchet system, Magnesium buckles are light, sleek, and durable on the mountain.
Grade 8.8 Steel Hardware – The strongest steel available on the market, Union's use of Grade 8.8 represents a commitment to delivering the strongest and most reliable bindings on the market today.
Camber Disk – 2x4, 4x4, and Channel compatible.