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
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Baseplate | Stage 6 Duraflex ST – Lifetime warranty |
| Highback | Strata Duraflex ST |
| Ankle Strap | Forma Hybrid – durable and comfortable |
| Toe Strap | TS 2.1 – multi-positional, anti-slip |
| Ratchets | Aluminum S2 with Steel Base |
| Bushing | OTE Fused Vaporlite 2.0 – superior dampening |
| Heelcup | Extruded 3D Aluminum – light, strong |
| FLAD | Classic – forward lean adjustment |
| Canting | Yes – 3° footbed canting |
| Mounting Disk | Mini Disk; compatible with 4×2 & Channel |
| Hardware | Grade 8.8 Steel / Tool-Less Adjustment |