Targas on Proto - Snowboarding Forum

Leo · 11-08-2011, 01:15 PM

Did anyone else pair a Proto and Targas together here? Have you ridden this combo? How'd you like it?

I went against all conventional wisdom and ordered the Targas lol. I love those bindings that much. Gives me an excuse to look for a stiffer board if it doesn't work out on the Proto (I'm sure I can work it though haha).

I'm more looking for peace of mind here. The 390 Boss is optimal for me on this board, but I already have those and I'm too lazy to keep swapping them between my boards.

Snowboard_Otaku · 11-08-2011, 01:23 PM

One thing u can feel good about is the colours will match... Stuck in same boat as u tho trying to find bindings for my ct

Powderbrah · 11-08-2011, 01:25 PM

I bought the 390 boss for my proto ct and dedicated my Burton CO2 to my other board and set it up for more mountain riding, so if the targa fails you can just do that.

I know this post was absolutely no help at all haha

Leo · 11-08-2011, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snowboard_Otaku

One thing u can feel good about is the colours will match... Stuck in same boat as u tho trying to find bindings for my ct

Was going to pm you back but since you replied here...

The Malavitas are a great pairing especially if you can land yourself a pair of the restricted non-est winged versions. They aren't a park specific binding. They are mid flex and great for all-mountain freestyle. Trust me, if the company I work for carried those, that's what I would have got.

I still love the Targas and have always planned on adding it to my collection. I just said wtf and got them now and will try them on Proto for shit and giggles.

I really like the Proto with Rome 390 Bosses though. I have them on my Evo and it's just a matter of me being too lazy to constantly swap between the two boards.

You could also go with:

Ride Rodeo: Same as last years Deltas with some tweaks. Mid-flex binding that is very comfortable with excellent toe straps

Ride Maestro: Mid-stiff binding and is last year's Alphas. Thin ankle strap that you can barely feel is there, but gives you the support you need. It's a forgiving ankle strap, while the chassis and highback of the binding is responsive.

Leo · 11-08-2011, 01:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Powderbrah

I bought the 390 boss for my proto ct and dedicated my Burton CO2 to my other board and set it up for more mountain riding, so if the targa fails you can just do that.

I know this post was absolutely no help at all haha

Problem is, my bosses are dedicated to my Evo haha. I refuse to ride any other bindings on the Evo.

Snowboard_Otaku · 11-08-2011, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leo

Was going to pm you back but since you replied here...

The Malavitas are a great pairing especially if you can land yourself a pair of the restricted non-est winged versions. They aren't a park specific binding. They are mid flex and great for all-mountain freestyle. Trust me, if the company I work for carried those, that's what I would have got.

I still love the Targas and have always planned on adding it to my collection. I just said wtf and got them now and will try them on Proto for shit and giggles.

I really like the Proto with Rome 390 Bosses though. I have them on my Evo and it's just a matter of me being too lazy to constantly swap between the two boards.

You could also go with:

Ride Rodeo: Same as last years Deltas with some tweaks. Mid-flex binding that is very comfortable with excellent toe straps

Ride Maestro: Mid-stiff binding and is last year's Alphas. Thin ankle strap that you can barely feel is there, but gives you the support you need. It's a forgiving ankle strap, while the chassis and highback of the binding is responsive.

Thanks Leo any reason for the winged restricted ? Cause I was just looking at the regular .... Would u switch the wing backs so that the wings are on the inside ? I heard someone say that it's better that way

Leo · 11-08-2011, 01:46 PM

I personally only like the wings for the comfort. It just adds comfort, but I can still do without them. That's why I'm saying get it if you have the option between the two.

I don't really notice much performance difference. Maybe it helps me lean into my presses more? But I don't really have a problem pressing anyway. Again, just a comfort thing for me. I like the feel of the wing on the back of my boot. And no, I've never tried them on the inside. That doesn't sound appealing at all haha.

hhaidar · 11-08-2011, 03:14 PM

last year I tested the proto w/ cartels and it worked great. I bought a proto for this season and will be using it as a vehicle to test a few different bindings.

Snowboard_Otaku · 11-08-2011, 07:11 PM

quick question... which colour did u get ? xD

and also if the winged high back is just comfort.. i get more color choices without the wing high back xD... i guess i'll see when my board arrives if black actually looks good on it or else prolly regular malavita

fattrav · 11-09-2011, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leo

The Malavitas are a great pairing especially if you can land yourself a pair of the restricted non-est winged versions. They aren't a park specific binding. They are mid flex and great for all-mountain freestyle. Trust me, if the company I work for carried those, that's what I would have got.

I have been thinking about putting the non-winged versions on my SL. Do you think it would be still responsive enough for all mountain?

11-08-2011, 01:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
Leo -LIFETIME MEMBER- Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Detroit Area Posts: 6,212	Targas on Proto Did anyone else pair a Proto and Targas together here? Have you ridden this combo? How'd you like it? I went against all conventional wisdom and ordered the Targas lol. I love those bindings that much. Gives me an excuse to look for a stiffer board if it doesn't work out on the Proto (I'm sure I can work it though haha). I'm more looking for peace of mind here. The 390 Boss is optimal for me on this board, but I already have those and I'm too lazy to keep swapping them between my boards. __________________ www.aGNARchy.com Reviews and David Z's rants

11-08-2011, 01:46 PM	#7 (permalink)
Leo -LIFETIME MEMBER- Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Detroit Area Posts: 6,212	I personally only like the wings for the comfort. It just adds comfort, but I can still do without them. That's why I'm saying get it if you have the option between the two. I don't really notice much performance difference. Maybe it helps me lean into my presses more? But I don't really have a problem pressing anyway. Again, just a comfort thing for me. I like the feel of the wing on the back of my boot. And no, I've never tried them on the inside. That doesn't sound appealing at all haha. __________________ www.aGNARchy.com Reviews and David Z's rants

11-08-2011, 07:11 PM	#9 (permalink)
Snowboard_Otaku Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 197	quick question... which colour did u get ? xD and also if the winged high back is just comfort.. i get more color choices without the wing high back xD... i guess i'll see when my board arrives if black actually looks good on it or else prolly regular malavita Last edited by Snowboard_Otaku; 11-08-2011 at 07:36 PM.

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11-08-2011, 01:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
Snowboard_Otaku Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 197	One thing u can feel good about is the colours will match... Stuck in same boat as u tho trying to find bindings for my ct

11-08-2011, 01:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
Powderbrah Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 13	I bought the 390 boss for my proto ct and dedicated my Burton CO2 to my other board and set it up for more mountain riding, so if the targa fails you can just do that. I know this post was absolutely no help at all haha

11-08-2011, 03:14 PM	#8 (permalink)
hhaidar Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 121	last year I tested the proto w/ cartels and it worked great. I bought a proto for this season and will be using it as a vehicle to test a few different bindings.