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The Public Snowboards Research Snowboard is a directional freerider crafted from the freestyle DNA that made Public famous. A directional shape and rocker profile with 8mm of taper delivers effortless float in the deep, while a Poplar Light core backed up by Carbon V Stringers delivers incredible precision and response when things get spicy. This one is built for a no-holds-barred approach on the very best days of the year – go get em, tiger!
Mountain Alert Camber – A directional version of the tried and true Alert Camber, this is build around a majority camber profile for edge hold, control, and pop. The tip and tail feature early rise with the tip being slightly more exaggerated for increased float in powder and ease of entry into turns.
Medium-Stiff Flex
Directional
Poplar Light Core – A premium version of Public's tried and true Poplar core using 100% FCS certified wood. Strategically placed lightweight paulownia wood throughout the core reduces weight but maintains a snappy feel, while strips of hardwood are placed underneath the bindings to reduce board breaks and increase insert retention.
Carbon V Stringers – Carbon stringers are strategically placed in a V pattern in the tip and tail for increased response from the binding to the contact point. This gives the board endless snap in and out of turns and an overall increase in pop.
Carbon Stringers – A 20mm wide carbon stringer running tip to tail increases overall pop and response without increasing torsional flex to keep the board feeling lively and nimble underfoot. Carbon stringers are the most effective way to add pop without increasing weight.
Urethane Sidewalls – Urethane sidewalls are used on all Public snowboards for their superior dampening properties compared to industry standard ABS and P-Tex sidewalls. Urethane sidewalls are also more durable against impacts to prevent your board from delaminating.
Sintered Base – Sintered bases are more porous for maximum wax absorption, and more abrasion resistant. In other words, faster and more durable!
2 x 4 Inserts
Size (cm) | 154 | 157 | 160 | 160W |
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Effective Edge (mm) | 1160 | 1180 | 1210 | 1210 |
Tip Width (mm) | 297 | 301 | 305 | 313 |
Waist Width (mm) | 251 | 254 | 257 | 265 |
Tail Width (mm) | 289 | 293 | 297 | 305 |
Sidecut Radius (m) | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.6 | 7.6 |
Stance Setback (in) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Stance Range (in) | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 |
Width | Regular | Regular | Regular | Wide |
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.