Union Rosa 2026 Snowboard Binding
Union Rosa – Tech Story
Strap into the lightest women's snowboard binding on the market. The 2026 Union Rosa is designed for beginner to intermediate riders who want a soft-flexing, easy-riding binding that's built to boost confidence across the mountain. Whether you're linking your first turns, cruising groomers, or starting to explore the terrain park, the Rosa delivers all-day comfort, forgiving response, and dependable performance to keep you progressing.
Overall Flex: 4 / 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 8 Duraflex Baseplate: Union’s lightest baseplate ever, shaving over 10 g off the Rosa’s weight and compatible with all existing mounting systems.
- CP3 S Highback: Designed from the Contact Pro’s highback; ultra-light, durable, and perfect for beginner to advanced freestyle riders.
- Exoframe 2.0 Ankle Strap: Lightweight, durable, giving a secure locked-in feel.
- TS 1.0 Hexgrip Toe Strap: Multi-positional, anti-slip thermoplastic strap compatible with all boot models.
- Magnesium S1 Ratchets: Integrated, element-resistant design with improved spring return.
- Thermoformed EVA Bushing: Multi-density cushioning for shock absorption and even board flex.
- Extruded 3D Aluminum Heelcup: Strong, lightweight heelcup that minimizes drag; covered by lifetime warranty.
- Classic FLAD: Tool-less forward lean adjustment for quick customization.
- Universal Disk & Snap-Fit Cover: Compatible with 2×4, 4×4, 3D, and Channel systems; cover enables tool-free installation.
- Grade 8.8 Steel Hardware: High-strength hardware designed for maximum durability.
Technical Specifications
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Baseplate | Stage 8 Duraflex – lifetime warranty |
| Highback | CP3 S – lightweight and freestyle-oriented |
| Ankle Strap | Exoframe 2.0 – secure and durable |
| Toe Strap | TS 1.0 Hexgrip – anti-slip, universal fit |
| Ratchets | Magnesium S1 – improved durability and spring action |
| Bushing | Thermoformed EVA – multi-density, shock-absorbing |
| Heelcup | Extruded 3D Aluminum – light, strong, low drag |
| FLAD | Tool-less forward lean adjust |
| Mounting Disk | Universal disk w/ snap-fit cover – compatible across systems |
| Hardware | Grade 8.8 Steel – high-strength construction |