Derp

I was having toe strap issues with my new Force as well, but after spending a good couple hours on this thread (starting around this page) I was able to pretty much dial them in to perfection.

EasyLoungin

Toe strap is no longer riding over the top of my AF1 and I also have a much easier time releasing the strap.

Bottom line - not all boots fit the same in all bindings. I really had to tweak the shit out of them, but couldn't be happier that I took the time to do it.

Extremo

It's because they don't offer a true cap. Union won't offer a true cap because of legal issues (they don't hold the patent). Essentially the front lip of the Union cap doesn't curve inward. It's insignificant. Most of the problems people have are because of user error. I guess people really need fool proof gear now a days.

I'd have to disagree with this. I have boots with both rounded and boxed toes. They work great with both. I always hear the opposites of these arguments. One guy couldn't get it to work with the rounded toe but can with the boxed, the next guy can't get it to work with the boxed but can with the rounded. The new split cap is pretty decent.

Take the time, get it dialed in, and it's as good as any other. Unless you're just looking for a reason to bitch.

Chef Jer

The recommendation to buy a more boxed toe boot came from Union to me in a PM.

I've got nothing against Union... outside of the toe strap they're my favorite bindings I've owned and rode. I rode my Cartel's last weekend and spent the whole time wishing I was on the Sl's. I've actually decided to keep the bindings and go frankenbindings.

Everyone can keep defending the toe strap but we don't see as many threads with people having issues with other companies toe strap.

seant46

I think everyone should get over the fact the toe cap sucks on some shapes of boots

jjz

Im riding 2011 union forces and my bro is riding 2012 unions (forget which model).

We both struggled in the beginning but eventually we both subconsciously got better at it and now it pops off easy.

It also integrates perfecty with my 2012 Burton Grails

Joe Coffee

Well guys Thanks for the tips. Also thanks to union for EXCELLENT customer service! I emailed and had a reply within 24 hours saying they would send me new ratchets, new toe caps and ladders for free. All this happened within 48 hours! Very pleased with this service. I will keep tweaking the toecaps and try to get them right. Thanks again guys!

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Burton Super Hero 2013 151cm, Union Force Bindings 2013, Burton Hail Boots.

seant46

Good to hear about the service, happy shreddin!

Snowboardit

After being extremely frustrated with the toe straps, one thing I found helpful is to just get them replaced. Unfortunately with my luck, I got shitty Burton ones that don't tighten all the way.. -.-

Extremo

I did the same. Replaced my Atlas straps with Get-a-grip's. They don't tighten well and when you try they strip. I went back to the Atlas.

What didn't you like about the Force straps? I found this years to be their best rendition yet. It's got more of a curve to it than my Atlas strap does. I found it caps pretty snug.

neshawnp

i was helping a kid out last weekend, he had the union mc bindings, and the toe strap was stuck on maaaaaaaad tight. crazy tension, and he JUST bought them. carry an allen key with you, just in case. after a good while, way more then we should have spent, we were able to get em free.

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