I own step ons and I've found the biggest draw back is having to wait on other borders in your crew

Main reason I want the step ons, is the fact that I'm the only snowboarder in a group of skiiers. So they don't have to wait.

I need regular bindings so I have something to fidget with and distract from how nervous I am, while stalling at the top of the park. Gotta pretend to adjust binding straps a good 10 times before youve calmed your nerves enough to drop lol

I own the bindings. Just an FYI, at least on mine, the clicking noise is minimal. They do click, but it's about as loud as typing on your keyboard. I don't even notice it. On windy days or going fast I don't hear it at all. I don't notice any pressure points either. This may have to do with the way his heel cleat was setup or his boots since I'm wearing the Photons. I've owned the Cartels, Mala Vitas and some Unions. Out of the bunch, I say the Step-Ons are the most responsive. They also make snowboarding soooooo much better for any old guys out there like me. I give them 5 stars.

BEST PURCHASE IVE EVER MADE FOR SNOWBOARDING ! No lie, I’ll never go back to straps. Everyone asks about them when they catch me at the bars because I “step on” when the lift ends and take off with the skiers. The Photons are amazing, the rulers are ehh IMO. You want the extra stiffness in the boot so your toeside response is optimal.

Finally someone talking about the drawbacks! Thank you for sharing those with us, appreciate ya :)

Thank you I really wanted to know the drawbacks of the step ons before I bought them so i knew what i was getting into

From my experience, (two FULL seasons) with these boots and bindings, the toe pressure point gets worse, and can really hurt your foot by the end of the day. It's caused by the fact that the two pads on that side of the boot meet right there at a stitch line, which causes a gap in padding. I've fixed my issue by adding in a line of padding there. (and no, thicker socks didn't help)

Great video! Valid points. I love my step ons, no foot pain anymore but i did feel that. All in all I won't go back to straps! Love these things.

I still ride the old Burton SI's from 1999... They were pretty stiff at first, which is why they didn't catch on back then I think, but after a few weeks the boots were worked in and way softer. I have never had one come loose.

Thanks TJ... I was a little worried when I saw the title of your video. Today was my first day on my Burton step on bindings. it took a little bit of getting used to compared two my old bindings. I found that I had to tighten down the boot quite a bit more than I had been used with my old setup. But I'm optimistic that based on what you've said that they should work out well. We'll see... Thanks for the great videos!

Thanks for the great vids TJ! Was wondering if you could use the Step Ons with the Voile Universal Splitboard Binding?

Thanks for the review, I’ve been riding the step ons for two seasons now, one other draw back that wasn’t mentioned was the what it means to have a lack of strap support. I find that without the standard binding straps we lose out on the additional security just in case the boots aren’t fitting 100% perfectly. In other words the boots really do have to fit like a glove otherwise the system doesn’t feel right. Also, our feet begin to swell and get sore throughout the day so this doubles the importance of a proper fitting boot. Like you said we only have the options provided by Burton which is a real limiting factor! We also really need to consider the price. These bad boys aren’t cheap by any means! While I’m at it, I should also mention that it could be fairly difficult to get “strapped in” when in heavy pow. I’m a ski patroller who rides regularly and these do have it’s advantages in convenience. I am able to keep up with my fellow skiers but this video is about the disadvantages so I’ll cut it right here.

This is a video i’ve wanted to see for a while

The clicking noise is from the high-back every time you go to your toe side edge the high-back lifts and comes back down hitting the top of the heel cup of the binding. On mine the noise really loud. Also probably a random issue but my photons boa’s always constantly come loose every 2 runs have re-tighten them.

Thanks TJ. BTW: how to step on if drop into the deep powder or on steep slope?

Jumped in my stepons for the third time this season and they are feeling wayyy looser and more flexible than I remember. To the point where I can see the back of the binding come off the board when I lift my heal. I've got them on a Warpig right now - is this amount of flex normal?

Thank you TJ. I have been riding Stepon for 20 days this season. I agree the ruler is more comfortable than photon, the pressure point was noticeable at first but it went away for the 3-4 days. Either the boot shaped to my foot or I simply get used to it. One disadvantage on top of your three is that I cannot click in on steeper terrain, you just don't have enough force to push your feet against the binding to latch in. So either I have to sit down then pull the board towards myself to click or simply ride a few aggressive turns for it to latch in on its own. The other disadvantage is that the release mechanism worked poorly on a very cold day, either by ice build up or the release lever just gets stiff, not sure. But thanks for sharing your thoughts TJ

I've tried everything. Flows are sweet, but were awkward (for me) to reach. I want to get off the lift and go...Truly, with Step Ons (and K2 Kwickers/BOA boots), I wait until homies are strapped in, then step in/on to my binders. Watching them ratchet looks ridiculous. Per the comment below, once you get used to them, its just a pain in the ass waiting for anyone with traditional straps-no matter how fast they whip into them. I'm done sitting on my ass, or bending over. Go Burton team, keep dialing it in...you're so close. The haters will come around.

I got the 2019 ones for my third season, I had only ridden rental stuff my first 2 years, and if you are okay picking out of only a couple options of boots and colors, then the other things like a little pressure point, clicking noises, a slightly higher cost and the missing micro adjust-ability for your stance width isn't all that bad. They are pretty neat and I would recommend them if your okay with the downsides. For actually riding on the mountain, they work about just as well as normal bindings with the advantage of being a little easier to use sometimes.

Biggest drawback for me is the stance adjustability, however I run into the same issue with some traditional bindings. I don't get the hotspot like you do, so maybe it's specific to one's feet structure. Surprisingly, biggest advantages for me is, first, the comfort of it. I used to get pain from traditional ankle straps putting pressure on my bone spurs on top of my feet. Secondly, its responsiveness and immediate movement transfer to the board, my foot arch/plantar don't hurt anymore when I go toe edge. Lastly, the obvious -- the convenience of in/out, my skier wife and son likes it.

I got a question. If you had to choose one or the other. K2 clicker or the Burton step on system

But whats about getting in there when there is a bit snow or ice in them.. Is it blocking the clips or not?

I think that if your Bindings are centered between heel and toe edge; i.e.: if you don´t have large feet or trouble with dragging toes and heels…. you can actually just turn the discs 90° and use the three holes in the disc to fine-tune your stance in longitudinal direction. Thoughts?

Good video, very interesting to have a complete point of view on this new system. There is an other alternative to classical binding system: Flow or Apo bindings. What do you think about those two products ? Have you ever tried them ? Greetings from Paris.

I demoed these a few times and I love them. Although I do just mostly cruise with a jump here and there so I cant speak to more hardcore and park centric riders. As far as these drawbacks I can’t say I didn’t experience any of them, but the pros really outweigh the cons for me at the end of the day. The one thing I don’t understand is the push back against having to buy the boots as well as the bindings. There’s a reason they call it a system. Having control of the design of both boots and bindings seems to be the obvious thing to do if you want to increase safety, especially for such a new design. Hoping third parties engineer boots correctly en mass seems like a disaster waiting to happen. Burton has said once they perfect these designs they will share them publicly with the industry in an effort to make them standard. Perhaps not too different from the ski world. Burton pioneered the entire snowboard design and industry, so trust that things will evolve like snowboarding technology always has. I’m actually surprised how good step ons have been in the first year of release and can’t wait to get my hands on next years models!

I love my step ons but one thing you brought up is something i have in common and i hate, the pressure point on the toe clip next to the pinky toe is so painful, i cant withstand it.

met a few dudes at my home mountain that have step-ons. not too many of them seemed too stoked on them. its a cool idea in theory but it seems like Burton still needs to improve them.

Thanks for the perspective, really appreciate the counterpoint!

Hi TJ! What do you think about the Flow Bindings? Anoher question: what's a good board, bindings and boot for kids (11 year old)? Thanks! You have the best style !! 👏👏

I think they are probably decent bindings if they are what you are looking for. I personally prefer having my own style of boot. That is the draw back that does it for me. I'll stick to my union contacts.

I have the Felix Step On boots and I love it! I went to a service where I heat molded my boots in a special oven so no sweet points, feels like a sock. Disadvantages (because this is what this video is about) : -The price higher than normal boots -The second BOA system makes it impossible to wear the boots with another bindings (normal ones) -the package with the bindings and boots arrived with NO stickers from Burton. -You have to wait for your friends to adjust their bindings, you are just click and go. It makes you realize just how much time you lost before, while u had the normal bindings. - takes some practice to learn how to open the system after you fall in the powder. -very hard to step on on a very icy and abrupt area, because you have to dig with one foot with the edge of your board, until you have a flat area. I once lost my board from the top of the mountain, it went down for a few kilometers. Lucky it only hit a tree, but it could have been a human and I did not understood in the beginning why I should wear the leash (it came with a string, to attach one foot to the board), also useful while climbing with one foot attached, on a drag lift. -if you want to sell it, with this step on system, no one will buy it, or you will have to find two separate buyers (or, by coincidence, find a person as tall as you, wearing the same shoe size). - The crowd on the waiting line to climbing, all give you "the look". You are like a weirdo to most of them. It's like you don't have a leg, but you only don't have the straps. I felt misunderstood the first time I tried the step on, and my friends were making fun. Also my snowboard instructor was skeptical about it. -First 5 rides were very hard. The response my board has it's much much quicker than my old Burton, because my foot is closer to the board and I felt like a feather. Also I felt a little more speedy (the board was new too, went from a rocker to a camber). So I had to lift my toes a little less, for the same turn. First turns were just smitten.

Thanks so much TJ, no one else seems to be giving honest reviews on these.

Love these. Got a killer deal $340 for both Boots and bindings from the Burton demo shop at Stowe. They are clearing out this years stuff get em while you can. Sold out everywhere..

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My problem is the lack of adjustment for minimum forward lean, as even at the least forward lean setting its hard to find a centre of gravity before a jump and you'll be thrown towards the toe edge and its so hard to compensate, any one else found this?

Killer video bro ✌️🦅

Can u do a review on the now select bindings?

The step on is something, that boarders have been waiting for more than 30 years!

Great video dude

DC makes a boot... and the Burton Ion boot is great. some people put wax on toe clip to reduce the clicking sound. i think the pressure points are from riding hard with soft boots, you may want to try a stiffer model like the Burton Ion or DC Control (i ride aggressively and haven't felt any pressure points with Ion over two seasons, def felt them with Photons)

I have that same pressure point on my foot to I actually had alot of pain

Thank you for the info, much appreciated to see someone point out what is known as: "Constructive Criticism" which helps enthusiasts, riders, shoppers, buyers, owners, designers, developers and manufacturers... Without videos and feedback like this, we wouldn't have the unbelievably (I mean really think about it), awesome technology we have today. Don't Bitch. Positive Vibes Only.

I just ordered my Burton step on bindings can't wait to try it out this season

Thank you for making that argument about adjustability. That is my biggest gripe with Burton bindings.

do they have a din rating , like ski bindings ?

Why does everyone use union bindings. Are they that much better?

These kind of videos won't get you sponsored from Burton ;) .. however I really appreciate this critical approach to reviews and I guess most subscribers do. Keep it up mate! P.S. that doesn't mean I don't like Burton products.. it's cool that they try to improve existing concepts.

I have the micro adjust base plates for my step ons so I am able to adjust my stance about 2cm (1cm for each binding)

Burton makes reflex disks that adjust width instead of heel/toe adjustments. You just have to ask them for it - preferably early in the season when they have stock.

Those are mostly right on, except I got the special edition mine77 bindings n I match them up with a used 10.5 ruler n there's 0 play between them, I don't care for the clicking because version 2 n 3 the toe clips sometimes break. Also u missed 1 issue is the adjustment with the high back in rotating them to match the edge of the heal side of the board.

Excellent video. Just what I needed to know. Actually a balanced view considering the title. I still think i want them but i like my genesis x est bindings and might wait until Burton bring out an est version of tge step on.

I really liked the O'Sin step-in bindings that were available over 15 years ago. This is a reinvention of the wheel. The largest disadvantage now as then is the high price, which means that most boarders cannot afford them, and eventually, because they then don't sell many of them, Burton will discontinue them. I prefer Flow bindings.

I didn't know about the adjustability issues on non Burton boards, I wanted to grab a Bataleon to try 3bt. That's super unfortunate! Thanks for the tip.

I have the setup with Photon boots which I purchased in Nov 2018. I don’t notice the clicking noise or pinky toe hot spot. Agree that stance adjustability is the biggest downside. Also, exiting the binding as you approach the lift is a small annoyance. Your front boot will always catch a little so it’s not a smooth exit. All that said, the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages for me. Love skating off the lift and stepping on quickly to get going and the responsive ride.

Here’s a quick cinnamon Bun recipe for anyone that wants it Favorite Cinnamon Buns Favorite Cinnamon Buns Recipe I make a version of these cinnamon buns nearly every year for Christmas. The first time I made them was in 2010, inspired by the version in Lotta Jansdotter's book. They're beauties. I thought I'd do a bit of an update to that initial post today, where I list off some of the tweaks I've made over the years, in addition to some insights I've had. The base recipe is for a version of Lotta's beautiful, homemade, hot from the oven, loaded with sugar and spice, golden, buttery, classic cinnamon buns. Favorite Cinnamon Buns One of the great things about them, is that you can prepare them ahead of time, and freeze the pre-baked rolls. The night before you're ready to bake them, leave them to thaw, covered, on your counter, and bake them in the morning. I've done versions with whole grain flours, different spice blends, and boozed-up icings - which I'll note in the recipe and headnotes. There are some great insights in the comments as well. Cinnamon Bun Basics To make cinnamon buns you start by making a buttery yeast dough. I know some of you shy away from all recipes yeasty, but these really are fun to make. They take some time, because you need to let the dough rest and rise at various points, but most of that time isn't active. Once you get the hang of things, you can play around with all sorts of different fillings in future batches. If you want to explore something beyond cinnamon sugar, the filling can be anything from jam, a sweet compound butter, a flavored cream cheese filling...you get the idea. Favorite Cinnamon Buns How to Make Cinnamon Buns: The Process So, in short, making cinnamon buns goes like this: Mix the dough. Let it rise. Roll it out. Put down the filling. Roll. Slice. (Freeze here, if you're going that route). Another rise. Bake. Lotta sprinkles her cinnamon buns with pearl sugar before baking, which gives them a nice crunchy top, but I know a lot of people like a thick slathering of icing - to the horror of some Swedes, I might add ;)... I served these w/ raw sugar on top and icing on the side, and used the icing from these hermit cookies. Might I suggest a splash of bourbon as well? You can actually flavor the icing any number of ways... Favorite Cinnamon Buns Cinnamon Buns Recipe Happiest holidays and Merry Christmas to all of you. xo -h! BROWSE : CINNAMON BAKING RECIPES Favorite Cinnamon Buns PRINT RECIPE 4 from 5 votes I imagine these would be extra special if you used this Moroccan Baharat-Cinnamon Rose Blend in place of the cinnamon. And a bit of lemon zest grated onto the filling just before rolling (or sprinkled into the bottom of the baking dish) might be nice. If you plan on freezing any of the pre-baked cinnamon rolls, here's what you want to do. Freeze them for an hour on a baking sheet or until they'll hold their shape, then drop them into a freezer bag, squeeze out any air and seal well. The night before you want rolls for brunch, thaw them overnight on your counter top, covered with a clean dish towel, and bake per the instructions below any time the following morning. *I've done delicious versions using equal parts all-purpose flour and rye flour, or one third part whole-wheat flour to two-thirds all-purpose flour. INGREDIENTS 4 teaspoons active dry yeast 1 cup warm whole milk (105F to 115F / 40C to 46C) 3/4 cup / 100g muscovado or brown sugar 1 large egg, beaten 1/2 cup / 125g unsalted butter, barely melted 1 tablespoon ground cardamom 1 teaspoon fine grain sea salt 4 cups / 600g all-purpose flour* Filling 1/2 cup / 60g muscovado or brown sugar 2 tablespoons cinnamon 1/2 cup / 125g unsalted butter, softened Glaze 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water large grain raw sugar or pearl sugar for sprinkling OR you can make an icing to spread on the rolls after baking (recipe below, not pictured)* INSTRUCTIONS Make the Dough: Sprinkle the yeast over the warm milk in a large bowl. Add a pinch of the sugar and stir to dissolve the yeast. Let stand for a few minutes or until foamy. Add the remaining sugar, the egg, melted butter, and cardamom. Stir until smooth. Stir the salt into the flour, then gradually add the flour to the bowl, a bit at a time, incorporating the flour after each addition. Transfer the dough to a floured counter top and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, turn it to coat with oil, and cover with a kitchen towel or equivalent. Let the dough rise in a sunny or warm place until doubled, about an hour. Cut the dough in half on a floured counter top and form each piece into a ball. One at a time, roll each piece into a rectangle 12 inches/30cm and 1/2 inch/12mm thick. See the photos up above if this is confusing. Make the Filling and Shape the Rolls: Start by combining the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl. Spread half of the butter evenly over one rectangle of the dough. Sprinkle half of the sugar mixture evenly across the butter. Roll the dough up tightly lengthwise, then turn it so that the seam side is down. Cut the roll into 12 equal slices, a serrated knife works best. You can bake these, cut-side up, on a parchment lined baking sheet, in cupcake liners, or in a buttered baking dish. I used a well-buttered standard pie dish. Unless you are using individual cupcake liners, you want to arrange the slices about 1/2-inch from each other on the baking sheet or in the baking dish. They rise and expand, and end up nice and snuggly in/on the pan. Repeat with the remaining rectangle of dough and filling. You can freeze any slices you aren't going to bake at this point. Cover the rolls you are going to bake with a dry towel and let rise in a sunny or warm spot until doubled, about an hour. The timing is pretty flexible here - you can go a few hours depending on what is convenient. Heat the oven to 400F/ 205C with a rack in the top third. Brush the buns with the egg wash and sprinkle with sugar if you like. Bake the buns until golden brown, roughly 15-18 minutes. Don't over bake, the buns will dry out = not as good. Remove from the oven and serve warm if possible, plain or with a slather of icing* on top of each bun. Icing Recipe: As I mention up above, this is the icing I also use for these hermit cookies. I like to spread a bit on each individual roll before serving or serving the icing on the side with a palette knife for individual spreading. Whisk 1 cup / 3.25 oz / 100g sifted powdered sugar, 4-5 tablespoons heavy cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 2 tablespoons bourbon or brandy together in a small bowl. Let sit for a few minutes, then adjust with more sifted powdered sugar if you want a stiffer icing. I'm going to do a creme fraiche version of the icing on Christmas - trading out the heavy cream for creme fraiche.

Great video TJ. I have a question. Between this step on bindings/boots or the Flow Fuse Snowboard Bindings 2020, what would you recommend? or anyone else here that can give me some input. I was sold in the step ons, but now I am not so sure anymore. Specially considering when the base gets packed with ice. Would have to bring something to scrape the ice out there or what?

The clicking sound is the metal side cleats moving around in the cleat hooks. The sound might be annoying but it is nothing to worry about. The bindings are designed to have a bit of play between the cleat and hook to simulate the feel of a traditional binding. Get a pair of Outdoor Tech Chips for your helmet. Problem solved. The pressure point behind behind the pinky toe seems to be a common problem. I suffered with it for over 30 days on snow with the Photon Step On boots. The pain does not go away as the boot breaks in or packs out. The solution that worked for me was to go up a half boot size. I can still feel a bit of a pressure point at times but it is completely manageable. It seems like the shape and sizing of the boot is slightly off. Burton warranty service was awesome about replacing my Photon Step On boots with a larger pair.

Great video, I agree with all of these. I would additionally add that they can be tricky to get out of, especially if you stack in thick powder. I wouldn't recommend them if back country powder is your thing... Getting into them while sitting or in thick powder isn't an issue though, you just need to twist your foot a little and engage one side at a time. I am also a little sceptical of how long the toe piece will last on the binding. The guy at the shop said it's a replaceable part and it does look like a separate piece, but mine has already started to wear and I haven't seen a way to order them. The other disadvantage is that they are never in stock (at least in Europe). I bought the last boot/binding in my country and was lucky that it was my size... the sales guy said that Burton can't produce enough and they almost never have any in stock. Otherwise, I am a convert and I can't see myself going back to straps.

I own step ons and I’ve yet to find any disadvantages feel super secure more than traditional actually there lighter faster responding and faster to get in all btw feels like a badass never having to bend down except to talk your back foot out I’ve never heard any clicking but I bought it 2 3 months

There is a lot of little clicking sounds, but the toe part of the clip you pretty much don’t even need, all of the pressure is on the heels, so if that really distracts you go buy an adjustable piece for your binding that pushes your boot higher up in the binding and will reduce the clicking noises by a lot

Where did you get those goggles?

Having a bum knee and a lower back issue from years of skating pools these seem like an option for me. Good to see an honest review. Maybe i will wait a year or two and see how they evolve. Thanks for the vid

After riding the Rules boots for 2 weeks I can tell you that the pain you get right by your pinky toe does not go away... For me it just got worse and now I have inflamed bunionette on both my feet so even wearing normal shoes hurts now :(

The negatives I've encountered: - Pant clip is not long enough. Twice I've gotten my pant leg stuck in the rear cleat, and it's a pain in the ass to get it out - Getting on is difficult if the terrain is not flat. Doing a traditional "sit down with legs down the hill" isn't easy as it takes a lot of pressure to fully click in - Most times I find that I have to hold the release lever in order to get out Other than that these are the best bindings I've ever had. I hope the EST rumor is true :)

I had them. Loved them so much

Thanks tj!

Good vid dude! Whats the helmet your rocking??

Just finished my first season in the Burton Step ons. I'm 5'4" and 160lbs. 8.5 photon boots and medium bindings. Limited selection in boots is a non issue for me. I love the photon boots. Burton built the system into their most popular selling boot. The boots do run a tad small or snug. They are comfortable, quick to break in, and moderately stiff. As far as the click, I've only noticed that on 1-2 runs out of 30 days. Never bothered me and is not an issue. Pinky toe hotspot. Again I've noticed that once towards the end of the season. Not sure why but it happened after I adjusted my foot bed forward to accommodate for setting the highbacks as far forward as they will go. Other than these minor issues I LOVE this system. Very quick in and out and very responsive. I dislike the velcro patches on the tongue and have since covered them up. I also do not cinch my boots down tight. I prefer a bit of heel lift. Another minor gripe is that the BOA cord is not metal like in my old RIDE boots. I can't say enough good things about this system. If you can't find them locally call their flagship distribution centers and have them shipped.

3rd season this year for me. I would never go back to straps! I bought the new 2021 swath boots with new bindings. They have made some major adjustments and clicking is gone. The DC control step on's were not that comfy, so went with the Swaths. Awesome content bro - hope to make it out whistler next year. From Banff here.

Noise is still there in 2022 and Burton pretends it’s not a problem

Thanks for the input TJ.....We have these on a wishlist but they aren't coming back into stock until NEXT SEASON I was told by a supplier. He directed me towards a notification about an amended heel cleat they're putting out to correct a minor issue and the new cleat is identified by a white surround around the screw. Other than that I've not heard anything negative about the system.After sitting down n strapping in multiples of times I totally get the concept and am prepared to chuck some cash at a set for next season, you never know they may get even better as all of the feedback filters back to Burton's R&D guys.....

thanks for the insight TJ, being a burton boot rider I'm liking the concept and i am seriously considering getting step ons for my park board next season as its appealing to see how that may diversify trick options and spins with less power needed to move the binding. being you are one of the big park riders i follow I'm interested to hear your thoughts on this and if there are any draw backs in regards to doing tricks and spins in the step ons...

I'm considering getting step-ons b/c my lower back always gets hurt specifically w/ ratcheting in.. I just want to make sure they perform just as well??? I only do groomers in New England and carve, no jumps or parks at all.

what about riding in powder, ie. does powder build up in the binding/boot and prevent it from locking in?

I wonder if the stiffer boots would take some pressure off the pinkie toe since it's got the second boa strap to keep your foot really secure... Shame most people would have to buy two sets of $300+ boots to find out. Maybe I can convince a friend to get the opposite of whatever I decide on.

hi TJ Just off topic. Have you guys tried NOW bindings? I am considering buying one of their all-mountain bindings, but I did not see enough reviews about them. Or maybe I will go Union. Appreciate!

I was super psyched about these but the more reviews I read and watch, the more I want to go the cartel est.

Tried the new step on system yesterday, anyone has any idea how to put them on if it is no flat surface around but only steep slope?

I have the photon setup, they click, but they're super responsive, they just licensed to DC for next year so boot selection will be better, the photons are a great boot and I don't get the hot spot, that's probably more from the stance set up.

Buying a pair this summer

I need a size 12 boot, so i wish Burton didn't limit the heel to toe adjustability for other than channel boards. this year i'm riding at 6' 220, burton doesn't make a single board I can ride. I ride a gnu riders choice 162(wide.) I'm super happy with my ion boa's this year though. way smaller than my previous boots, and allow me to center the boot on the board. No toe hang is amazing.

anyone that owns the step on, what size did you get and how are they fitting your feet now? please help me with some info, im trying to decide whether i should go one size bigger than my regular feet.

That noise is so minimum that you would really have to try to hear it in order to hear it. Second, I would think if you have a weird foot shape you will have that pressure point. I have a pair of Swaths and there is no pressure points. I added a little line to the lever so I don't have to bend all the way down to unlock the boot, works wonderfully.

this was great! any idea of how they ride in powder?

I love mine at 55 there a god send ,and burton ar keeping me on the mountain see you all in whistler 2020

They had step ins around 10 years ago. Why did they discontinue them and what is different about this version? They were good for my wife and I because my wife had a difficult time strapping in and I ended up having to help her and then strap myself in after. She had an easier time with the step in system.

Nice review. I also find that my pinky toes get sore after a full day of riding the step ons.

Please test the new burton kilroy process

Honestly I've tried burton step ons, and I still much prefer flow bindings over them. You don't really lose that much more time compared to the stepons and they're cheaper in the long run while still being a good pair of bindings

How do they cope with snow jam, on the base of the boot or on the binding?

Clicking sound, yes it does, even on the newest model. Does it affect you at all? No. However, the pressure point outside the pinky toe was a big issue after 2 straight days of riding. Eventually went medieval 90’s on the liner, and cut out a lot of the foam padding right at that point only, and these boots are suddenly the most comfortable I’ve ever ridden. All in all, this system is the absolute best in terms of jumping on and snaking a good pow line before your friends even get in, and super comfy. One thing that no one has mentioned yet is after riding a long way on the flats in normal bindings, i get serious cramps on the bottom of my feet from the downward pressure of the straps. Not with these!

I board every week on the step ons and I feel that pressure point too, I hate it. My foot's actually really sore from boarding few days in a row. I wish I sized up my boots.

Good video. Im still getting them.

They are bringing out a fix for the clicking noise which can be retro fitted

Minor minor minor disadvantages…Only clicking noise for me and despite the little play response is still better than what I had before 😜

I maybe sit down to strap in 5 times a season riding over 100 days a year. It really doesn’t bother me to bend down for 15 seconds to strap in. I could see these being a good option for some but for me I think they are inferior to regular boots and bindings.

Flow bindings have been around for ages and they work just as well if not better.

Step on gives me more time to setup camera(cold is not electronics batteries best friend) while I wait for friends to strap on. I just hope the price would come down a bit .

I wanna know how prone they are to popping off. Last thing we need are snowboards popping off like ski's anytime some gaper lands hard on ice.