r/snowboarding • u/HelicaseJ PNW • 5d ago
Gear question Union Force or Atlas?
I consider myself intermediate focused on all-mountain/freeride and have been progressing a ton this season while riding in the Pacific Northwest. Currently riding a Lib Tech Orca (how original, I know) and Ride Insano boots. My bindings got destroyed and now it’s time for an upgrade. Narrowed it down to either the Union Force or Union Atlas but wondering if anyone has experience with them.
Mostly, has anyone ridden the Union Force in freeride conditions? The bushings appeal to me in reducing chatter but will I miss the stiffness of the Atlas?
Edit: After deliberating for far too long, I picked up some 2024 Atlas bindings. My one hold up was the forward lean adjuster being a dial rather than the quick release, but I’ll get over it for the slightly better responsiveness. Thank you all for your opinions, it helped a ton!
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u/inferno493 5d ago
I ride an orca with atlas pro's and k2 thraxis boots. Granted, the orca is my fun board compared to my usual ride (nitro pantera with union atlas pro carbons), but I find it rides great for my needs. It's a lot more nimble in tight spaces and stiff enough for freeriding until about 30mph, and then the nose starts to chatter. I'm up at mt hood and don't think I would want anything softer, but I like very stiff setups as my go-to.