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Never Summer Proto FR Snowboard + Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2025

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Snowboard

Never Summer Proto FR Snowboard 2025

A stout, powerful directional board meant for aggressive riders, the Never Summer Proto FR Snowboard is built around Never Summer's bomber WooBoo core, with Carbon Max elements added for even more pop and performance. At an "8" flex, this is one of the stiffer boards on the wall and just what stronger, bigger riders are looking for.

Product Details

Rocker Type

Triple CamberEvery function of a snowboard is now improved with Never Summer’s new patented Triple Camber Profile... edge hold, stability, power, pop, speed, float, forgiveness and smooth responsiveness. Words and images are never going to do it justice!

Flex

Flex Rating8 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)

Dampness Rating8 (1 Lively - 10 Damp)

Shape

Vario Power Grip SidecutVario Power Grip Sidecut utilizes multiple radiuses creating extra contact points to enhance edge hold. A flat section in the rocker area provides a broad contact point when flexed, however when unbent allows the board to track straight and not catch. Flanking this straight section are two shallow radii which provide the second and third contact points. Towards the ends of the sidecut are deep radius which renders quick turn initiation and the final contact points.

Core

WooBoo CoreThe WooBoo Core is a precise mix of Poplar, Paulownia, Birch and Bamboo that brings out the best in each material.

Laminates

STS Pretensioned FiberglassThe 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 FiberglassBi-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.

Carbon Max Laminate TechnologyMore carbon equals more power and performance. The Carbon Max Laminate Technology combines an advanced top and bottom carbon matrix to maximize response and strength where it's needed most. The result is a lightweight yet powerful configuration that provides torsional rigidity and energy transfer without sacrificing the control a rider needs.

Sidewalls

Sintered UHMW Polyethylene SidewallsNever 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.

Base

Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 BaseCrown 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.

Edges

Full Wrap Metal Edge

Topsheet

Coextruded Polymer TopsheetThe 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.

Binding Compatibility

2 x 4 Insert Pattern

Specs

  • Terrain: All-Mountain, Freeride More 
    All-Mountain Freeride
  • Ability Level: Advanced-Expert More 
    Advanced-Expert
  • Rocker Type: Cam/Rock/Cam/Rock/Cam
  • Shape: Directional
  • Flex Rating: Stiff More 
    Stiff
  • Binding Mount Pattern: 2x4
  • Core/Laminates: Carbon, Wood
  • Made in the USA: Yes
    Yes
  • Warranty: 3 Years More 
Size (cm) 156 160
Effective Edge (mm) 1180 1220
Tip Width (mm) 303 305
Waist Width (mm) 256 258
Tail Width (mm) 298 300
Sidecut Radius (m) 7.24 7.59
Stance Setback (in) .75 .75
Width Regular Regular
Binding

Union Force Snowboard Bindings 2025

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.

Product Details

Flex

Flex Rating7 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff)

Baseplate

Stage 9 | Duraflex STBuilt 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 SystemUnion’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 GasketThe 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 HeelcupsDesigned for optimum heel hold and minimization of drag, Union 3D Extruded Aluminum heelcups are the strongest in the business.

Canted Footbeds

Highback

Stage 19 | Duraflex STLayered highback construction allows riders to achieve stronger edge to edge response while still maintaining tortional flexibility for a comfortable ride.

Non-Stick HP EVAThe 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

Straps

ExoFrame 6.0 Ankle StrapPadded 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 StrapThe TS 5.0 Toe Strap easily shapes to any snowboard boot and offers maximum grip from all angles.

Buckles

Magnesium S2 with Steel BaseUnion's proven bombproof ratchet system, Magnesium buckles are light, sleek, and durable on the mountain.

Additional Features

Grade 8.8 Steel HardwareThe 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 Disk2x4, 4x4, and Channel compatible.

Specs

  • Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced More 
    Intermediate-Advanced
  • Flex Rating: Medium More 
    Medium
  • Binding Style: Strap
  • Binding Mount Pattern: 2x4, 4x4, Channel
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime (Baseplates & Heelcups), 1 Year (All Other Parts)
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