Union Strata 2026 Snowboard Binding

Union Strata – Tech Story

Union’s top men’s park and freestyle binding, the 2026 Strata is built for riders who want to press, pop, and play across the entire mountain. With a soft, surfy flex and industry-leading shock absorption, it delivers a buttery ride that doesn’t compromise on control. Whether you're hitting rails, boosting side hits, or slashing pow, the Strata lets your board flex naturally — just the way it was meant to. A true Union favorite. 

Overall Flex: 5 / 10 

Warranty: Lifetime on baseplate & heelcup; 2-year on everything else 

Riding Category: Freestyle – Good → Great; All-Mountain – Good → Great; Performance – Good → Great 

Key Tech Features

• Stage 6 Duraflex ST Baseplate: Union’s #1 freestyle baseplate — mid-flexing for park or surfy riding, with a lifetime warranty. 
• Strata Duraflex ST Highback: Modern take on a classic shape, favored by pro riders like Torstein Horgmo and Gigi Ruf. 
• Forma Hybrid Ankle Strap: Responsive on the outside, cushioned comfort inside; durable and universally compatible. 
• TS 2.1 Toe Strap: Multi-positional, anti-slip thermoplastic that locks in all boot models. 
• Aluminum S2 Ratchets with Steel Base: Durable and fast with long life and smooth action. 
• OTE Fused Vaporlite 2.0 Bushing: Next-gen vibration dampening for natural board flex. 
• Extruded 3D Aluminum Heelcup: Lightweight, strong, and minimizes drag; lifetime guaranteed. 
• Classic FLAD: Easy forward lean adjustment with just a #3 screwdriver. 
• Canted Footbeds (3º): Ergonomic alignment for more comfort and control. 
• Mini Disk Compatibility: Compatible with Mini Disk, 4×2, and Channel mounting systems.

Technical Specifications