{"product_id":"ride-specter-mens-snowboard-binding-2027-chrome","title":"Ride Specter Men's Snowboard Binding 2027 | Chrome","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRide Specter Men's Snowboard Binding 2027 | Chrome\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChrome Ride Specter 2027: A Light, Mellow Freestyle Binding With Some Shine.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePark riders who like their gear to stand out tend to grab the Chrome Ride Specter off the wall first. It's Ride's freestyle snowboard binding for 2027, Mellow on Ride's response scale and focused squarely on the park, with an aluminium chassis that keeps it light without feeling flimsy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat A-Series chassis gives the Specter a loose, connected feel. It flexes with the board rather than against it, so nose and tail presses come naturally, and the canted footbed with its Diecut EVA pad soaks up the slap of a flat landing. There's no forward lean block on the flat nylon highback, the ankle strap's urethane frame and soft cushion spread pressure evenly, and the 2.0 version of Ride's minimalist toe strap sits over the top or front of the boot. The Chrome finish adds a metallic flash to your board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Tech and What It Does on the Hill\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eA-Series Aluminium Chassis:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, tough and backed by Ride's lifetime chassis warranty; the aluminium moves with your board, so presses and butters feel natural\u003cbr\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFlat Nylon Highback:\u003c\/strong\u003e no forward lean block to fiddle with; Ride has set the lean angle and flex specifically for freestyle\u003cbr\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Piece Ankle Strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e a medium flex urethane frame with softer cushioning that spreads pressure evenly across your boot\u003cbr\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eMinimalist Toe Strap 2.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e run it over the top or across the front of the boot for a tight boot to binding connection\u003cbr\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLinkage Ratchets:\u003c\/strong\u003e no ratchet wag, and the ladders hold up longer\u003cbr\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eCanted Footbed with A-Series Diecut EVA Pad:\u003c\/strong\u003e a natural knee alignment plus damping for the slap of flat landings and icy take-offs\u003cbr\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTool-less strap removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e toe and ankle straps come off without tools\u003cbr\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFully adjustable chassis:\u003c\/strong\u003e centre the boot heel to toe for balanced edge control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e park riders and freestylers who want a mellow, lightweight snowboard binding with plenty of board feel for jumps, rails, boxes, butters and jibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePark days here can start on ice and finish in slop. Early on, the jumps at Thredbo or Hotham are often frozen hard, and by mid afternoon you're pushing through slush on the in-runs. A soft, damp binding makes the hard landings easier on your knees and lets you play around once it softens up. If you're planning a season in Canada or a trip to Japan, a light binding like this is easy to live with on long park sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup Tips from the Shop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentre the boot on the chassis so the toe and heel overhang match, then set the straps so the ratchets close with travel to spare. Plenty of park riders start with a duck stance and tweak the angles after a few laps; there's no forward lean block to set, so it really is mount and go. Try the toe strap over the top of the boot and across the front to see which holds you better, and check the disc screws after your first couple of days. Buy in store and we'll mount and set them up for free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for you if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you're after a binding to charge groomers at speed or ride steep, firm freeride lines. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mens-snowboard-bindings\"\u003emen's snowboard bindings\u003c\/a\u003e and filter for a stiffer, more responsive binding in your boot size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpec Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResponse (Ride): Mellow\u003cbr\u003eSpecialty (Ride): Park\u003cbr\u003eChassis: A-Series Aluminium, fully adjustable, fully recyclable\u003cbr\u003eHighback: Flat nylon highback, no forward lean block\u003cbr\u003eAnkle strap: Two-Piece Ankle Strap\u003cbr\u003eToe strap: Minimalist Toe Strap 2.0\u003cbr\u003eRatchets: Linkage Ratchets\u003cbr\u003eFootbed: Canted Footbed, A-Series Diecut EVA pad\u003cbr\u003eMounting disc: Plastic Disc\u003cbr\u003eWarranty (Ride): Lifetime warranty on the aluminium chassis\u003cbr\u003eBoot size range (Ride): M: US Men's 6 to 10; L: US Men's 10.5+\u003cbr\u003eColour: Chrome\u003cbr\u003eSizes stocked: M, L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Ride Specter binding sizing work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are two sizes on Ride's chart: Medium for US Men's 6 to 10 and Large for US Men's 10.5 and up. If you're unsure, our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bindings-size-charts\"\u003ebinding size charts\u003c\/a\u003e break it down by brand, or bring your boots in to 435A Bridge Rd Richmond and we'll strap them in. You can also call 03 9421 2293.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow soft is the Ride Specter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRide rates the Specter Mellow, the soft end of its response scale, and builds it for park riding. It's made to let you tweak, press and butter without fighting the binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Ride Specter come with a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Ride covers the A-Series aluminium chassis with a lifetime warranty, and buying from an authorised dealer like us means you get the full manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I adjust the forward lean on the Ride Specter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere's no forward lean block. Ride sets the forward lean angle and flex for freestyle on the flat nylon highback. If you want adjustable lean for carving, a binding with a forward lean adjuster will suit you better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Ride\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRide started out of the Seattle area in 1992 with freestyle running through everything it made, and more than three decades on it still builds snowboards, boots and bindings with the same attitude: put the effort into how the gear rides, not into marketing gimmicks. You can see it in the details we care about at the shop, like aluminium binding chassis covered by a lifetime warranty, boot outsoles made with up to 30% reground rubber, and FSC certified packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy from Twelve Board Store?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $90\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Melbourne showroom at 435A Bridge Rd Richmond with expert advice and in-store support\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Authorised Ride dealer with full manufacturer warranty\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Flexible payment options including Afterpay \u0026amp; Zip\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Specialists in snow, skate and electric, 12 months a year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How does Ride Specter binding sizing work?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"There are two sizes on Ride's chart: Medium for US Men's 6 to 10 and Large for US Men's 10.5 and up. 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