Riders searching for a fun and reliable set of snowboard bindings should look into the A-6 from Ride. Everyone from intermediates buying their first set up, to advanced riders looking to have fun and playful flexibility will find exactly what they need with the A-6. The binding chassis is made from lightweight aluminum, and the highback is made from Ride’s Slimeback technology. The rigid aluminum combines with flexible and damping urethane in the highback to give riders a strong binding that can lay out a carve while still feeling playful when jibbing and jumping in the park. In addition to the performance factor, aluminum is just plain durable and you would be hard pressed to find a binding that can take more hits and come out unscathed. The A-6 strap system includes a two-piece ankle strap that keeps the stiff and rigid plastic off your boot to improve comfort, and a minimalist toe strap which can be positioned at the front or the top of your boot. Canting in the footbed of the A-6 repositions your ankles and knees to provide all day comfort in an aggressive and athletic snowboarding stance. This canting angle helps to give leverage against the board, which means more pop in your ollies and carves. The Ride A-6 is clear standout among mid flexing bindings and should be highly considered by anyone looking at a lively and strong ride.