Burton Step On Bindings VS CLEW Snowboard Bindings

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

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[@christophernapolitano811]

Brooooo I saw you at copper yesterday! I shouted at you after you shot your intro. I live out in fairplay and work in Silverthorne. Hopefully we can hit some laps someday

[@commanderamg1185]

Did you see i tagged you in the comments on their site..... 🙏you have a good season.

[@ellstackeradventures]

:)

[@phantom5522]

One reason like the step is no circulation issue with my feet, bindings with strap I run into circulation issues all the time so if you don’t have that the clew are probably going to be the ones you want the step on will be for people with circulation issue for tight boots

[@phantom5522]

Also if your having issues I had to modify my step on with replacing screws for more forward lean but once I did it lock my foot right in, Jonathan just wondering did you put any forward lean on the step on at all or was it at zero because if it was you most likly felt loose put some forward lean and you will feel way more lock in, been riding the step on for two years clew looks good for people who have different boots then the ones offers by dc or burton I think that is going to be a selling point but at the same time are they better than a regular pair of bindings that you are going to ride clew from now on if you only demo both like them but did not switch over and went back to regular bindings is it really worth it to get clew bindings or just a really high end binding, because with the step on you are forced to ride them no if and or but because of the boots so that is just what I am wondering also you had the photons, I like the swath a little better for riding in step ons just a more comfortable ride

[@goodridevibes]

This was good - think the biggest advantage to clew is def the ability to bring your own boot 🥾

[@ellstackeradventures]

Yooo

[@phantom5522]

Yup that would be the advantage if you have a pair of boots with no circulation issues in your foot from wearing boots then yes they are Awsome if you want faster stealing up but my question is that worth it more than some of the best high end binding you can get that have a more comfy ride is my question, for the step ons I have circulation issues so with no straps I have not had any problems last season and this season, just wish they for burton step on creat sometime like apex boots where you can strap the the clicker to any boots they could do it if they want but are probably not looking into it

[@parkerdegroot7871]

That’s exactly what I thought too

[@MidwestMTBAdventures]

Yep love burton and all. But I just got new boots, if I wanted to go with them well $$$. CLEW might cost 500 but I can keep using my pretty much brand new boots.

[@choski76]

What about other step ins: Gnu in particular, but others also. This review makes it seem like that's the only choice

[@JoshuaWriter]

Clews for the win. The fact that I can bring my own boots or allow anyone else to ride my board with their own boots is a huge plus. I've tested the Burtons and while they are great, getting into them was always a little strange. I've never heard of the clews before but they look awesome

[@vanceduke5196]

Solid Review. Thanks! I am 48 years old. It's hard to bend over and operate the ratchet straps. Not to mention remaining somewhat still on the hill while this primitive process happens. I want something simple and fast. I'm going with the Clew. Its more cost effective, leaves me with better options in the future "new Boots".

[@JH-tc3yu]

Terrible review.

[@erxsvn]

40+ year old snowboarders unite! It’s definitely a chore now to ratchet down compared to 10 years ago. Lol

[@leeask4260]

@@JH-tc3yu and what so terrible about the review ?

[@Soulscraper]

I saw so many people with Clews this Season, they look awesome to me. As tough i am a StepOn Rider for Years now, i would definitely recommend Clew to anybody who wants to get rid of the Strap on/ Strap off Process on every Lift.

[@chrislongmire4523]

That's why I got Clews. They save me a lot of wear and tear on my lower back. The mid-calf release is a Godsend!

[@WaterfallWhispering]

Been riding the CLEW bindings on the east coast this whole season and absolutely love how quick you can get going. Saving money on boots is always nice as well! They are extremely adjustable and once you dial them into your boot size and how tight you like to strap in, they are super easy…don’t even need to stop after the lift.

[@pdg4869]

Does the clew ever get unstraped if the red metal comes in contact with the ground when (if) you fall on your back

[@WaterfallWhispering]

@@pdg4869 I have fallen a few times on my heel side and this has never happened. I guess if you fell just right and hit something perfectly this could theoretically happen but seems very unlikely. IMO

[@pdg4869]

@@WaterfallWhispering thanks for the info! 🙌

[@zacharymartinoli6187]

@@WaterfallWhispering u prolly figured this out by now but unless u pull your heal up the red thing does nothing

[@blueweak1]

Hey man, realize you commented 11 months ago lol but what size boot/bindings do you have? I have XL bindings and clews come largest large so idk if that’ll work for my bigass feet

[@houseofhug]

I’m on my 5th season of riding the Burton Step On bindings. Love them I have over 500k vertical feet and never had an issue.

[@maxdebono6026]

Hi, i am looking to get some form of step on / step in bindings as my skiier friends don't want to wait much for me. However, I enjoy park / freestyle riding and I was wondering how the step ons compete with a normal binding in that area

[@leeask4260]

@@maxdebono6026 get some GNU ,mine were called the back door .I got them in 2015 I think I love them ,I’m looking in to a new pair and still gonna be looking in to the clew ones next year.

[@Soulscraper]

@@maxdebono6026 Hi Max, i use StepOns for 3th Season now, and i very much like them. As for your question, StepOns have the Disadvantage that there ist no Strap in the Front, so you cant adjust your Toe any tighter. But you will need that ability sometimes in the park for sure, i would not recommend SO for Park Riders. It is possible to do tricks and jumps with SO, but you will fell a little play at the toe. I see it more as an advantage for the Slope Days, when you go in and out the Lift often or ride with your Ski Friends.

[@BeniBeni928]

@@Soulscraper im planning to buying my first snowboard do you think its a good idea to get the stepons?

[@traviscyle]

First season on step ons. I like them a lot so far. After a few days I realized it was easier to step my back foot in going toes first. It lines up the heel cleat perfectly. Feels great being attached to the board. Clews look cool too though. Never seen them before.

[@travismiller11]

Agree, have always clicked toes in first

[@kjg31]

Hi guys, I have the clews on my mind expander, bought them to be able to get in and out easily while riding with the grandson who is just learning to ski. Also I ride alone in powder and the ability to get out of the binding easily when upside down or stuck in deep snow was a big plus.. I found that not having too much forward lean on the high back really helps getting into the bottom fixation position.. Not just for the young guys, I'm coming up 72 and have snowboarded on just about every combo you can think of, and think these are next gen.. cheer keith

[@anawara]

Have you been successful at all stepping in with forward lean and engaging both clicks? I suspect that the way forward lean is done on the binding forces your entire heel to be up which makes it impossible to engage the second position. with the highbacks out, can you lean the calf portion forward while still having the heel portion on the ground?

[@kjg31]

@@anawara hi, I have Burton tourist boots which are special for split board touring. The boots are relatively soft when stretching the leg forward, however quite stiff when leaning forward. I noticed that with the forward lean adjusted more than half, the adjustment slider prevented the boot with the high back from engaging the bottom hook position without really jumping on it If you don't need a lot of forward lean leave the slider, then the it snaps in very easily,. I just love the bindings, and can recommend them. Cheers keith

[@anawara]

@@kjg31 thanks Keith! I've been using step ons but I'm not a fan of the boots and was hoping the Clew bindings could replace the step ons but I like a lot of forward lean. Looks like I might end up going to a traditional binding/boot pairing. I wish Burton would just make a universal step on harness that you can use to turn any regular boot to a step on boot. Their current barrier to entry and exit is too costly.

[@lj1177]

@@kjg31 Following your discussion with Ahmed N with interest. It seems that the issue is not the binding high back but the type of boot that you ride. The boot is designed to allow forward motion when skiing upslope -hence the flex-, but is not as flexible when leaning forward. Am I understanding this right?

[@kjg31]

@@lj1177 hi, you are correct the boot is stiff forward and are new, so this may combine to the issue I have had. Still think the bindings are great and a game changer with the ability to use your own boots. Cheers Keith

[@nikolaibobrov7230]

Hi! Thank you for the review! This is really great to compare these two models. I have Step On for the second season, and everything you say is true! 1) It was a bit hard to find perfect size, so I bought a bigger one, then after 5 rides I sell them and bought on one size smaller. 2) It takes 2-3 days to get use to it, but after that, there no problem to step in, even in the deep powder. 3) personally I have a pain in my feet when using the classic bindings with straps, so for me Step On is a game changer! Otherwise I would try Clew! I Like the Idea! 4) Step On has a perfect response! The control of the board on any terrain are great! Enjoy your riding!

[@VoidOperator]

Ahh this comment really helped me. I was thinking hey the Clew looks pretty wicked but your comment reminded me that foot pain and cramping is a big problem for me with having tight straps

[@Peter-xm4jd]

Hey I also have pain in my feet with almost every boot I tried, so maybe step on is the way to go. I have relatively wide feet compared to the length. What shoe are you riding? I was thinking of the photon in wide

[@nikolaibobrov7230]

@@Peter-xm4jd Hi! I'm riding in Photon boots (bought in 2020). I have average feet proportion. But as I know these boots could be heat moulded.

[@justinyates5917]

I have a Burton step on setup. My biggest complaint is the tiny release switches I was very happy to see someone else comment about them. I ended up putting zip ties on them so it's easier to reach. Other then that i've had no issues with the bindings.

[@justingant6168]

You can actually move the Step On release levers to the inside of your feet and it makes them so much easier to reach. It’s a very easy modification and you can find videos on how to do it on KZbin.

[@dakbong]

I have the same problem reaching the release also, but luckily it's not on the foot that releases. I have a bad hip and I really have to stretch to reach the switch on my front foot. But other than that I had no problems with the step on. I'm planning to drill a hole in the lever in my front foot and attached a wire so I can release it easier. I sometimes worry if I get stuck in deep powder if I'd be able to release my front binding due to my hip. Because of my hip I was ready to quit snowboarding but now I can keep going.

[@ronaston4574]

The biggest problem that I had with the Burton step on release levers was that I couldn’t reach them on the outside position of the step on bindings. After seeing a couple of videos, including Kevin’s, I swapped the release levers so that they’re now on the inside location of the bindings which makes them way easier to grab when you want to release. I don’t know WHY they decided to put them on the outside location of those bindings.

[@default_user_id]

I'm still ridin my Clickers from '98 and I ain't changing! I Love the flattop board, stepping in on the chair, and the ride is just my style.

[@Vii_DT]

My primary sport/leisure is road cycling. I've been riding for 10 years but this is only my 2nd season snowboarding. When I first learnt that snowboarding rely primarily on straps I was like, whoa, that's such a retro mechanism of locking in in the cycling world. So I bought and started with the Step Ons from the get-go, bypassing the straps altogether. Luckily, 1) there are rental units at Hakuba to rent for half a day or whole day so people can decide, and 2) my feet fit perfectly inside Photon SO Wide.

[@m.kaslin5718]

Team Clew. Got mine this year. I had to get used to step in to them. But after a few runs I got the hang of it. I love that I got to keep my boots

[@nothingrn4848]

Are there other versions that aren’t 500$

[@PeterGoodview]

@@nothingrn4848 150$ off for October 2022 releases. Purchased a pair myself. Sucks I’m gonna have to wait but the extra 150 off def makes them more appealing.

[@steveng.clinard1766]

Straps are a kluge, and I say good riddance. If a Burton or DC step on boot fits your foot properly the step on is better across the board (pun intended): more direct connection to the board, less weight, fewer parts. Klew just seems to solve one issue while carrying the rest of the baggage of strap tech.

[@alexharvin2870]

I use some of the boa DC boots with my step-ons and I love them. I was pretty resistant to going with step-ons at first but when my 10 year old son got them and was dusting me off the lift I decided to give them a try. I had similar issues when “stepping out” of the binding. Pretty embarrassing when you think you’re disengaged, try to step out and then find out that you’re only partially out 😂. One thing I found extremely helpful is maxing out your forward lean. Once I cranked those lean adjustment screws down the step out mechanism started to work like magic. it makes it a tiny bit harder to get the second click on the heel when you step on but I think that added torque really lets the mechanism of stepping out work the way it supposed to. Since I changed my forward lean I haven’t had any issues whatsoever. Cheers!

[@andreliem]

Nice review. Been using the Step On for 2 seasons now and love them. But I would agree that you have to make it super snug because of the lack of straps, you'll get too much play on the toe side... so I spend a lot more time tightening my boots than I used to.

[@doubleOR1]

I think you might be a little bit biased (just a little bit).. the burton step ons are super easy to get in and out off, I wouldn’t say it takes a while to get used to them. I was comfortable with them the second time on the mountain. Great points about boot choice. But burton did say that next year, other boot companies will be able to use the burton step on system. So that will open up the range of boot possibilities. I have wide feet so that’s important for me too (although I was able to buy wide burton boots). Less moving parts on the burton are a plus. I’m probably being a bit biased myself 😂 I haven’t used the other system, but I like that I can step off without having to strap. If I have to take a piss, I would need to unstrap, which kinda defeats the purpose. Last thing. To me, it makes more sense to have the two clips at the toes control your board, versus a strap. But that’s just my two cents. I think both systems are awesome, but burtons for me all the way.

[@JT-mf6ey]

Yeah I agree with all these points. An additional thought is if you need the security feel of straps and don’t think you can mentally adjust, then maybe Burtons are just not for you. Yet, that logic reminds me about so many peoples thoughts when Apple got rid of the physical keyboard on with the first IPhone. All the critics said no one will be able to type fast because they need to feel the keyboard buttons. Well, we all know what happened to BlackBerry and physical keyboards. Still around but collecting dust. 😄 Yeah I am also biased as I been using Burton step ons for awhile. Took me two runs to get use to them. Love them

[@jacobholm47]

Take a guess on which one sponsors him.....

[@neil_b4_zod]

@@jacobholm47 don't think getting sent a product to review counts as a sponsor.

[@default_user_id]

So glad I bought up a lifetime supply of clicker bindings and boots decades ago. Been a pain to store and haul house to house, but, I gotta click in

[@silverkw]

I have been rocking Burton Step On's for a couple of seasons and I love them. But I think CLEW has a huge advantage of working with any boots. In the middle of the season it's so hard to find Burton step on boots at specific size if there's any issue with the boots. I knew some people (instructors) who can go through 2-3 pairs of boots in a season, they would have a hard time finding Step On boots if they need new pairs. Whereas with CLEW you are not limited to two brands and 5 models of boots. This is a pretty honest and spot on review, keep up the great work!

[@stuponfucious7]

If CLEW can get the price down just a bit I think they stand to make a HUGE impact in the industry.

[@sgtaaronp]

I got the clews last year, I'm not a shredder at the park, but a 40+ YO that's 230 5'9" and for normal riding they work amazingly well! I bought the nidecker supermatic this year, been out 2 times, and I'm not sold yet...

[@noizex]

What about the heavy usage of the part that stays on the boot - walking a lot, hitting concrete - it's probably less durable than actual boot in Step Ons - especially that the mount elements never touch the ground. It would be interesting to see if there are any problems after longer period of using CLEW.

[@stuponfucious7]

In his first video he suggests and shows how you can just use them like a traditional binding when going for a longer walk/walking on concrete. Just pop the straps and walk out on your boots like normal.

[@PeterGoodview]

I wouldn’t recommend wearing these walking around the resort or from your car. Def only a snowpack kind of deal.

[@michaelfinnerty2251]

Tbh I wouldn’t mind just one clew binding, as most days I’m up and down I only unstrap one foot. Be awesome if the did a buy one binding option to try out and save money at the same time.

[@shane250]

Cool thought!

[@adpbobcat]

Find a friend who rides the opposite stance, buy them together and split the cost!

[@jonathanross2304]

Not sure which normal strap binding would feel most similar to the Clew. I wonder how weird it would feel to have something super stiff on one foot and super flexible on the other

[@bonham4994sts9]

I been rocking the step ons since they came out a few years ago and I love em 🤘

[@Thesa1019]

Is there a risk to loose the Clew binding when falling and sliding a bit downhill? The hook seems so big.

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Never happened to me and I never see that happening.

[@stevieceejustgoingforit25]

my only concern with the CLEW bindings would be theft if I left my board to goto the bathroom or something.... no way to really secure them or lock your board ? I mean what was your experience with that? Ive had boards stolen before so its always a thought.

[@cg5138]

No not really. There is a pad that clicks down over the screws. So you can't visibly see the screws, but there are ass holes everywhere. You could unclip and walk with the binding. Super uncomfortable but they'd only have a half of a binding to steal.

[@simonmagnusson2529]

Been ripping with the step-ons for a season and love them. If you get a good boot fitter the problem with the movement in the boot gets fixed. You also get used to the stepping in backwards, which you kind of don’t, I step in like I would a normal binding, from the top. The clews does look sick though!!

[@oreos3174]

His issue with the boots is he couldn’t find one in his size, as in they were sold out

[@spl150db]

i think a big advatage Clew has over step on is you can use them like regular bindings, so if you are sitting you can strap in traditional ways. I love my Burtons, being an older guy but was a tiny pain bending way over to pull the tiny release lever. I like how the Clew is a big ass pull cord and seems easier to grab.

[@radajamesjavelosa]

Finally I've been waiting for review in this channel Clew bindings, it's already my third season on my Clew bindings, never go back again any bindings, and i just received my order pair of Clew binding base for my new snowboard.

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Yes man! Stoked you love them. They rock

[@Mike_Solo]

One factor I think you overlooked and that the 'wear and tear' factor. The Step-ons have much fewer parts that can 'wear and tear' while CLEW has more - especially with the binding detaching, the straps, the ratchets and so on. Also, buying the Step-ons on the 'off season' could land you a sweet deal with the price close to the CLEW but taking into account that you are buying boots+bindings. Regarding your feel of foot play - that's just a sizing issue - with the photons you were holding there was the 2nd boa with the 'fake' strap that you could have tighten and got the same result as tightening the regular straps on a binding. * not to mention that testing your own boots which fits you perfectly on the CLEW and testing the Step-ons with a boot that doesn't fit you is a little bit biased and unfair. The CLEW are a nice pair of bindings but I think that the Step-ons are better and a more of an evolution to the bindings than CLEWs are

[@mushieslushie]

I guess but the only thing about the Clew I would be concerned about is the mechanism for removing the highback. I have never once had to replace the straps on my regular bindings so I see no reason why these would be any worse. And same with him, my boots are super important for my feet. I have only worn Salomon boots for the past 20 or so years because of how they fit.

[@brentor510]

I would argue that more parts means easier to replace pieces instead of the whole unit. Say you break off one of those binding brackets with the burtons, you’re replacing the whole binding, not just a strap. That seems to be the weak point of the binding as well. Just something to think about. I don’t own either so I’m on the outside looking in toward what to upgrade to. Maybe someone has some explanation for me to not think that way!

[@Mike_Solo]

@@brentor510 Toe hooks can be replaced without buying new bindings

[@johnnyliu7105]

burton step ons are nice for new set ups, CLEW is great for people looking for new bindings.

[@mollycampbell6060]

The point he was making with the boots is that he couldn't find a well-fitting option with the Burtons. You're much more limited in boot fits.

[@fopm008]

I have had the step ons for a few seasons and love them. Would love to try the Clew though.

[@dagadagad]

Got step ons gen 2 with photon wide boots. Very happy so far. I had to trash my previous 2 bindings due to strap failures.

[@jessedizney-spencer6789]

Got to test the clews here in Japan and was instantly in love with the eas of getting in and out. Pre-ordered mine and got $100 off.

[@chriswoodard8813]

One of thing you didn’t touch on was the feel under foot. With the Clue it looks like it has a normal size disk and the whole bottom of the binding looks solid or a huge dead space for board flex and feel. Burton’s look like they have a more cush footbed and would flex better with the board.

[@JH-tc3yu]

The Re:Flex bed is honestly incredible

[@cg5138]

Not a pro what so ever. Intermediate at best. I truly can't tell the difference between traditional binding and the clew which I bought beginning of this year. Absolutely love stepping right off the lift and going. No skating and sitting and strapping. You here all the other boarders talking how'd he do that so fast. Hopefully this helps.

[@chriswoodard8813]

@@cg5138 we lol thats why there are so many different products for riders of all ability levels. If not having to bend over to strap in, board feel, longevity/repair parts aren’t important to you go ahead buy the clew.

[@marcopas8081]

I have the Clew bindings on my T.Rice Pro, but had very little chance too take them out, due to Covid restrictions. I did ride the pre-productions 2 years ago and was impressed so I ordered them. Next week Sölden , Austria, time to put them to the test.

[@yuushin1]

How is the performance?

[@marcopas8081]

@@yuushin1 Performance is great. In and out takes some time to get used to, but riding performance is spot on. I do groomers 90%; that's where they excel. Not sure about backcountry, but then you can still use them as a regular binding. Big advantage over Burton

[@blahuser9052]

Thanks for the review

[@taylorthruelsen324]

Marco, thank you for the input. Are they basically like a solid ratchet binding, no difference except step in in and out? I’m 43 and sick of bending over and ratcheting my bindings…😂

[@marcopas8081]

​@@taylorthruelsen324 Yes, they are. At the beginning of the day you strap in once like a regular binding and then step out by pulling the lever on the high back. Toe strap will stay on the board. Ankle strap will stay on your boot, complete with your high back.

[@matteobruni6958]

hi, what about nidecker supermatic? It look like the perfect compromise, all in one piece and no specific boots

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Yeah just like the clews I personally haven’t tried that system yet. I do know that it’s a version of the flow biding system and I was not a fan of how loose my feet felt in flows.

[@ronaston4574]

I have the Neideckers and rode them for 2 days and ended up hating them. I wish I could find a pair of Clews but they seem impossible to find.

[@S.B__]

@@ronaston4574 Aww really? What was bad about them?

[@ronaston4574]

@@S.B__ I found that they were hard to get in and out of. Especially getting in. I also don’t like the buckles on the straps. I’m much happier with the latest Burton genesis step on bindings. I’m selling my Nidecker Supermatics.

[@S.B__]

@@ronaston4574 I think im doing the same. I was looking at the genesis as well and I def wanna try them cause the Supermatics were kinda a pain to get into.

[@OnePlankGriff]

I know the burton step ons require specific boots in order to use the bindings but would the clew bindings work for any boot or is it the same situation?

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Any boot! Anytime for the CLEWs

[@OnePlankGriff]

@@JohnathanBuckhouse Great thank you so much!

[@mbuccellato13]

Good points on the burtons i hadnt heard so with the clews you really need to dial in the adjustments when installing them (toe bed, and centering the straps) or you WILL have problems getting in and out. Set up right, wow super easy and smooth. No need to jump to get the full click.

[@finboyYYC]

If something breaks while on vacation/on the hill, is it possible to get clew parts easily? I suspect getting a burton replacement would be easy at any shop, keeping a weekend going rather than being without a board

[@rollingedges9469]

😂😂😂No shit! Then your renting a binding setup at 1/3rd the cost to get through that trip. The facts are clear folk's! 🤙

[@gageinoc]

Super solid point.. I just bought some StepOns this summer. And, even though parts will probably be easy enough to get at most major shops, I will definitely still be making my old boots and bindings an official part of my extra gear duffel

[@ellstackeradventures]

Yewww

[@logantrischett8621]

As someone who works at a snowboard shop, nobody is going to have parts for these.

[@daviddelaney4106]

I wanted to replace my Flow bindings this year. I am very interested in the Clews.

[@kaysen6763]

Honestly my burton ruler step on boots are my first boots ever that give me no pain

[@WC3isBetterThanReforged]

Where does the k2 clicker x hb fit in the equation? I had a first gen set of clickers in the late 90s and loved them. The boots lasted 19 years.

[@bjrnchrstn]

Tried the step ons but the boots are horrible to my feet. Started getting numb toes after 5 minutes of wearing them. Bought the nideckers instead. Love them.

[@thepab3072]

Looks like I'm getting the Clew after seeing your review. So many good things going for it. Thanks for making this review 😊

[@Ocunfurco]

Tried the step in’s yesterday…. They’re different. I personally couldn’t get used to them. I’ll have a look at the crews… thanks for the review!

[@Inveterat]

This was a commercial for Clew.

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

😂

[@matthewcheung5136]

Burton is the gold standard!

[@PosiP]

one more thing, when you are stuck in the deep power and can't get to your normal bindings (wet snow caked on) to release them the big red handel in the back makes it easy to get your board off and get unstuck. For me my next binding will be Step On's

[@gaigem3403]

So why stepons lol

[@roninsdad6007]

I love my Burton Step On bindings, best boots and bindings I've ever owned. You can adjust how responsive they are by loosening the boots. But it all comes down to preference what ever works good for you is the best option.

[@ammakko]

For the entire video I was thinking "this seems sponsored by CLEW" Like : small lever vs big lever ? Lol

[@detectorben8007]

I have heard many people complain about the small lever on step ons. Much quicker and easier to reach back and grab that big release handle on clews. That is actually one of the biggest selling points for me. I have watched guys fumble around trying to release the step on boots. Especially when its caked with snow or you have thick warm mittens on. I don't see that being an issue with clews.

[@ammakko]

@@detectorben8007 actually I am more afraid of accidental release on the CLEW because of size and position. Never ever had any problems on the step on. Clews are definitely an interesting product, just this looks like an ad.

[@justinmartinez7059]

I am curious why if you wear a womens size 7 boot, around a mens 5.5, why didn’t you demo a womens boot and binding set up that would have fit you better? Others have mentioned parts. This is super important to consider should something break. Even if your at your home resort how many shops have parts for the Clew? Also, if you think about how you would step into a traditional binding you should put your heel against the high back and then step down to make sure you are all the way back in the heel cup. Using that same motion the Burtons seem logical. That’s not to say it didn’t look super easy to step into the Clews. Also mentioned was the board feel. The more material you have between you and the board equals less board feel and can affect the flex. I haven’t used either one, traditional binding guy, but just things I would consider if I was looking at both.

[@pinghong4216]

I tried the burton last week. Not Easy to take off

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Yes

[@zoheirjavaheri1605]

I dont think its all about easy in and out. its about response... its about quick turn. i picked step on

[@DavidHaener]

How hard is it to get the front straps? I have step in and lift up the back bindings. I'm pigeon-toeded so I push in front of my board and step on my front strap and they snap after too many times.

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

I would say very simple. I have never had issues with the front strap

[@terr256]

Sick review. Saw the Clew bindings for the first time and I really got interested in them. Super tempting to snag one!

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Do it!

[@captain_skipper295]

I’m 6ft 6in and I went on a ski trip recently… I wanted to snowboard but my legs were so long, and I don’t have a skinny tummy, and the clews would have been a time saver for me so I could enjoy the slopes! Had to go to skis and it left my nerves shot in my left foot from how tight it was.

[@austinscott6602]

I can vouch for the step one being awkward with getting in and out especially for amateur rider getting back into snowboarding. I have fallen a couple times just trying to line up the heal with the notch in the binding. no complaint other than that I've only rode them about 5 days. I'm definitely interested in these clew bindings seems a much more natural motion and less finicky

[@Readit4Life_2Chron7_14]

JB, it you don't walk around with the Clew insert, can't someone unhook the top part off your board & mess you up the rest of the day cuz they took the insert off of the Clew bindings? It almost means one has to take the inserts with them or lock them up some how? The other thing is replacement/fixing the Clew on the mountain? Could one be stranded if they have to deal with an overseas company or very few dealers that work on the Clew bindings in USA or other countries? Can one find folks to work on the Clew on Colorado mountains? Elsewhere?

[@travismiller11]

The reason love the Burtons is my feet get so incredibly sore from the squeezing of straps on traditional bindings. Burton step ons have been a game changer for me. Love Love Love the Burtons.

[@MarshallKing-uh6cu]

You don't have to put them that tie and you could get new bindingsYou don't have to put them that tie and you could get new bindings

[@sandorszabolcsi]

Johnathan great review. I have a question about where the adjustment should be under the toe of boot for the clew binding I just purchased based on your review and am about to mount. How far should the toe of boot stick over foot bed? 🤔 I am size 9 mounting on 2023 rossignol one 156 board

[@Franklinsone]

I just bought Burtons step on because this is not available until December 2022. I usually start boarding in November.

[@Shadow233t]

I have the Burton step on bindings bought Burton step on boots this is going to be the first time

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Have fun!

[@eric_vde]

As an avid Burton Step on user I have some thoughts: They really improved the release with the new toe clips, its a lot better. That was really the only point of contention. The Clew's are very cool. I love the tech and you did a great job highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of both. I think Clew has a killer product, the release lever is in a WAY better spot than on the burtons, and the ability to use any boot is awesome. Something you didn't mention is how it feels to walk with the Clew's. Is it weird with the highback still attached and the part going under your boot? I would also be concerned about the durability of those little metal teeth over time, mostly the ones on the binding part didn't look super strong. Still, any real competition to Burton is a good thing for consumers. I'll be interested to see how they flush out in the coming years. Personally I'll Probably stick with Burton because the Burton boots fit my feet best, but happy to see the options are out there and not terrible! (Looking at you K2 Clickers)

[@S.B__]

Have you checked out the Nidecker Supermatics?

[@meem6227]

I've seen some other reviews and the Clew ones are also a bit safer (release-wise) and are also a bit easier to get out of.

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

I agree

[@meem6227]

I honestly love how the Clew ones look. Imma let them pass for a few models till I know they're safe and also cuz I just got some Union Stratas and I'm empty. I really hope they stick around

[@juulian_b52]

exactly how i feel! I personally like the clews

[@ethanbloomfield7826]

Stratas are mint 👍🏻

[@samphillips003]

Exactly my feelings...im not giving up my Vans..they fit just too good

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Right!!

[@madvillain1987]

I have the step ons and fortunately for me the burton boots fit amazingly. Love the set up so far but it’s only my first season.

[@joshuaarcher1337]

Nice! I try clews first chance I get! I've demo'd Burton step-ons, and I liked them, but the boot was so tight i lost circulation. Clews let you bring your own boots, cool. Thanks for the super informative video brother!

[@CrobinHood8BitGuy]

Can you click both of them in while you’re sitting on the lift? I wish I could get off the lift and go.

[@MarshallKing-uh6cu]

What if the lever gets pulled or caught on something and you fly off the board

[@andrelevesque2405]

I never could find a boot I didn’t suffer in and that fitted with the Step Ons. I love my Flow NX2s but I’m looking forward to ckecking out these Clews.

[@vintention8266]

Finally moving back to a winter climate after about nine years away... excited to be able to ride again. If anyone is in the PA/MD area, how have the Poconos been?

[@jakerebel2828]

Eh not the best conditions but weather is supposed to break next week so hopefully that helps it out

[@joshuazandron1704]

Have to head out deep creek to the wisp once the snow starts coming

[@baustin6371]

For me the Clew are better, just because Burton's boot profile doesn't fit my feet, so for the range of different shapes and sizes of boots, Clew and other non boot specific bindings are much better.

[@lzgbonesy4090]

IM GOING SKIING TOMORROW BABY 🥳🥳🥳

[@sk8_bort]

I am thinking about buying the Clews, but I am a lower-intermediate rider and they're super stiff (9-10). Will they completely mess up my riding? Would it be a terrible idea to buy really stiff bindings as someone who is not very advanced? I also like hitting both the slopes and the park, but we don't really get any powder days where I live and we don't really have super steep terrain either. What do you guys think?

[@gpsanyi]

Hi Carlos!have you found the answer to your question anywhere?I am in the same situation..or have you already bought one since then?thanks

[@trex2957]

I had the photons and 2022 stepons variously fall apart. A complete toe box seam failure starting day 40-70 when the whole seam of both boots were gone. So yeah, klew advantage might be that it isn't JUNK. step ons were GREAT for about 30-40 days apart from gaspedals falling off, being lost, and hammocks doing the same... I doubt KLEW this could happen...

[@chrislopez4942]

Would the clew bindings work with a burton flying V snowboard with the slit down the middle? Or does the board have to have the traditional threaded holes for the screws?

[@julian.kollataj]

Is there much of a total weight difference for each binding base (boots weight unique to the person)?

[@bachtruong3926]

Can u use burton step On boots with clew binding?

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Yes

[@Peacebwyou12]

Wow never even heard of clew til this video, thank you!

[@t9xlive106]

Isn't the whole point of buying the step ons so that you can avoid the straps entirely? You said that not having straps is a con for the step-ons. I have a set and I have never been anything but snuggly locked into them, which was the other complaint.

[@braedencollingridge5296]

I like the way my straps feel this solves the issue of doing them up multiple times a day it one time with maybe a adjustment as conditions/riding style change during the day

[@braedencollingridge5296]

I’m a burton fan as my board and bindings are burton but these have me considering the clews when I upgrade I’ll have to test them out

[@cookiecracker6266]

The fact that the clue has a hidden mechanism to lift the high back could be an issue. Moving parts can fail, specially when they are hidden. In the case of the Burton, the moving parts are visible and they can just be ordered and be replaced with an screw driver. If I am going to wear the toe strap without tighten them all the time, doesn't really give any support per se. I think Burton are still way more slick and clean looking.

[@thejasoncook]

Dumb question - How tight do you recommend tightening a traditional binding when strapping in?

[@neargrog685]

As someone in their 40’s I’ve always gone for ease of use & Flow have been my go to bindings. They had a bad rep in early days but now everything is ironed out. The Clews look very good but I’ll see how they fare before jumping straight in (pun intended)

[@S.B__]

Check out the new Nidecker Supermatics

[@lindationsadventures]

my setup is: Board--> Capita Bindings---> Clews Boots----> Burton

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

🙌🏼

[@howtolagmuch8706]

Wouldn't the handles on the CLEW bindings be pulled if your heel edge slipped or something?

[@sammietam4201]

ATTENTION !!!!! There will be more step in binding next year. For sure nidecker coming out with one that you can use your own boots too. Similar to the concept of Flow binding but step in.

[@theeagelsband]

I have the Burtons, awesome. The Clew look ok but big disadvantage is walking into buildings Burtons is easy just a boot, Clew need to take off as it’s a binding

[@jasonbalmus4169]

I have the stepons and there so sickkkkk I love them

[@arkchan]

I am going for the CLEW 🤙

[@S.B__]

Nidecker Supermatics are the best step on bindings hands down.

[@yotaismygame]

Both bindings have pros and cons. Just like flows. Work great just have their own set of possible issues. All probably work well just depends what issues you want to deal with. With flows I never sit down to get in my bindings.

[@unclemaui]

If you get a good fitting boot (I hated the Photons), the step-ons are great. I went Swath boots and LOVE my setup.

[@jthyde]

What didn’t you like about the photons vs the swath? I’m considering both 🤔

[@unclemaui]

@@jthyde The Swath just felt better, the fit was better for my feet. I found the Photons uncomfortable. I have 10 days on my Swath boots now and they have been great.

[@letsgo_inc]

Being able to run any boot alone would do it for me. I also have a challenging boot fit.

[@JohnathanBuckhouse]

Me too!

[@Therealkanyeeast]

Clew looks durable and bulky but burtons look fragile because it’s just that clip that holds you in!

[@codingLeo96]

how to prevent that the clews get stolen when I for example go to apres-ski party and lay my board against the wall? Anyone can pull the lever and release the clews from my binding?

[@jhonda1956]

And have half a binding, sure

[@codingLeo96]

@@jhonda1956 I mean most people nowadays dont care and destroy things for fun when they are drunk

[@sfdking7480]

How about the Nidecker supermatics?

[@user-gr4vx8xz1l]

Dude I was gonna try to get some step on bindings and boots but they don’t have any boots in stock. Now I’m pre ordering the clews instead definitely save money and get to wear your own boots.

[@Ragin__Cajun]

What’s your thoughts on rear entry bindings. I got a pair and I love em

[@SniperMan5858]

Love my stepons 😬

[@arnoldsandiego5377]

Is this also compatible with the channel system? Thank you.

[@chrislee2337]

Thank you Johnathan for a great review, just pre-order the Clew $379 so I can still use my boots.

[@samuelyeet6006]

How did you get it for 379? I see them for 500