![]() ![]() The Clew did feel like it was a traditional strap binding and I liked that feel vs. It isn’t super responsive like the Burton Step On but pretty close to the Supermatics. The response is pretty middle ground but that is expected since the Clew Freedom 1.0 is the only binding they make. ![]() It feels like a base plate from the late 90’s-early 2000’s. Clew has an all plastic base plate to minimize parts but there is nothing happening to help the board flex underfoot. There is no flex underfoot with the Clew Freedom 1.0s. I was surprised that I liked it even though there was no highback rotation. They have a very easy twist on the sides that didn’t bite too much into my calves. I’m not usually a fan of high backs with a quick release on the back as it stiffens up the overall flex and feel but the Clew Freedom 1.0 pulls it off. There is also 2 step in point ladder to click into so if there is snow on the base plate you can still step in. I personally don’t like that the release is behind the high back compared to Burton Step On and Nidecker Supermatic’s with a lever in the front. ![]() You can get the Clew Freedom 1.0’s on and off pretty easy. You attach the base plates and can change boards super quick with the ankle/high back unit attached to your feet. You can get several base plates similar to what you can do with some NOW bindings. The Clew Freedom 1.0s have a unique quiver feature. There are some really light bindings at 1.8lbs but these are still pretty far below the 2.8lbs Nidecker Supermatic. Most binddings are around 2-2.2lbs so it isn’t bad at all. The Clew Freedom 1.0 Bindings are 2.4lbs which is a little on the heavy side but not too heavy. I tested the Clew Freedom 1.0 on it’s own but also did same day tests where I compared them to other bindings like the Burton Step On, Nidecker Supermatic, Flow NX2-TM and then other regular strap in bindings like the Union Atlas and Burton Genesis Re:Flex. Similar non-step on bindings: Union Atlas, Union Force, Salomon Highlander, Salomon Hologram, Nitro Team Pro, Nitro Team, Nitro Phantom Carver, Now Drive, Now Pilot. Similar (but not the same) Bindings: Burton Step On, Burton Genesis Step On, Nidecker Supermatic. Gloves: Burton AK Clutch Mitt, Burton AK Clutch Glove, Burton AK Tech Leather Glove, Pant: Burton AK Gore-Tex Pro 3L Hover Pant, Burton AK Gore-Tex 2L Swash Pant Jacket: Burton AK Gore-Tex Pro 3L Tusk Jacket, Insoles: Footprint Insole Technology Gamechangersīoards: Burton Territory Manager, Burton Deep Thinker, Nidecker Mellow and a few others. They didn’t want the bindings back so I sold them.Ĭonditions: Good spring snow that often felt like mid-winter snow and an early morning slackountry time with Drift Boards How This Review Happened: Borrowed this for an extended demo. A Breakdown of How it rides and who it is for We do make money from the “Where To Buy” links, but this is our best attempt at an honest and objective review from an average riders’ perspective. ![]() The Clew Freedom 1.0 has an old school base plate and no adjustability but it’s pretty easy in/out with a normal binding feel.Įthics Statement: We don’t get paid by the manufacturer to write these reviews. Turn Offs/Swipe Left: Outdated Base Plate.
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