I own the 2008 model. I'm fourteen, 100lbs (I know i'm light) and ride about 20-30 times a season. I used them about three times when I fell in love with them. They have lots of damping, which I love for the park. The hi back is really tall, compared to my k2 sonics. I used the toe strap before, now I use the cap strap and I love it. From the first time I strapped in, I could feel the difference. They do have a ton of ajustments, which took me about an hour to get everything perfect, but once you do, they're sick. Go ahead and buy them.

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Uh, fast shipping?
Idk they haven't broke!

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K2 sonic... sick for the price.

This product as you all can see has received mixed reviews. I’m here to tell you why. These bindings are made out of a mixture of carbon-fiber and polycarbonates with aluminum smooth-guide buckles. Absolutely no metal was used in hopes of creating an ultra light flexible binding with better response. For some people this may be perfect. For heavier people it might not provide the support you need and may break down. Also people using this binding with other products that do not match up properly can prove burdensome. Aluminum buckles in my opinion were not the best choice, as they do not perform well in colder temps. As for customization this binding exceeds itself as you have almost an inexhaustible range of choices making it able to fit nearly any boot. In my experience nothing has gone wrong with these binding besides the aluminum buckles giving me a little troubles. All in all the binding is pretty good, but it’s definitely a risky investment, I label this one buyer beware..

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Never had any issues requiring customer service

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drake F60, <---- sick binding for beginners who want intermediate quality. Can find them used for cheap, wise investment!!!

A 13 year old weighing 110 lbs, now 14 and 125 lbs, has gone through 4 toe straps in 2 seasons. Warranty covered the first 2. The strap needs a redesign for replacements as the existing is very poor. The rest of the mission binding has done well but he now carries a spare toe strap.

I have the '05 Model of the Mission Bindings. I am overall very happy with them. They have cap straps, which I like, and hi backs. Early in the season the hi backs gave me some calf bite, but I think that was more me than them, they offer great support though. All of the buckles are very smooth and consistant. there are plenty of adjustments to be made on the binding allowing it to be tuned to a multitude a different styles and riders, making it pretty versitile. I can definately feel some flex from the base plate, if you are looking for some flex it can be a good thing, I can feel it lag in response at times. Definately a solid binding, with clean styling, and many of the basic features as Burton's higher end offering.

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Other Burton bindings, Drake and Flow.

I bought the 2004 missions last year. I used them 4 times last year and they worked fine. They're a little hard to get in and out of on colder days. I rode them one day so far this seasion and the FLAD fastener snapped in half on its own. I returned them to REI (with much to do), got this year's mission two days ago. The ratchets don't work properly right out of the box. I have to return them. I think I will upgrade or go with another manufacturer. The 2004 Missions seem kind of flimsy (they are very light...which is part of their appeal) and the Burton rep said they re-engineered them this year so they are more robust. So far I am skeptical and not happy with the quality. If you own some, keep an eye on them and take them back before the warranty is up as soon as you sense that anything is wrong.

these bindings are pretty sweet when you first get them. ive had mine less than a year and the highback cracked a strap broke and the clips on the back broke off. if they dont break though they are a great binding for hitting the park and any other place on the mountain.

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This was the worst binding i have ever purchased im my entire life. first of all its made completely of plastic , like a little kids toy or somthing. second the straps are to short, third the hard ware they send you is a horrible fit for anything but a burton board and " they only make hardware for there boards " as they say.

Comfortable, stiff, gives good control over your board.

Made in China quality Pricy (just to pay for their commercials)

These bindings really suck! The baseplate broke after just 2 day's. The Burton W48 warranty system doesn't work as well. I am already waiting for more then 2 weeks to get the new base plate in.

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adjustability comfort strength (so far) locking high back is nuts!

none as of yet.

I have only had two rides on these and already love them. They are incredible stiff in the high back and forgiving and damp in the base plate. The best of both worlds to me. Crazy response, tranfered power to my board with ease, and are very comfortable.

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ride ex bent metals (Yuck) drake f-60's

Absolutely the most comfdurable binding I''ve ever used. Absolutely no sore spots on my ankle after a full day on the north and south-back steeps (I''m always the first on the mountain and always the last off). These were much more responsive and light compared to my old burton customes. I bought these because they were 40% off.

It only took two runs during the first and only day I rode in them to start breaking. The janky plastic ratchets will flatten out instantly if you like your stuff TIGHT. I was pissed that such a good binding would have such crappy straps. The strap along with the ratchet both flattened and chipped! Very weak! I can''t believe they try charging $190 for a hunk of cheap plastic!

This is a good binding until it breaks! I took mine back to the store and exchanged them for the Salomon sp5. These are slightly heavier than the missions, but much more durable and responsive and they only cost me $135! The CFX looked like a better choice, but not as durable as sp5. In all, I would stongly recomend not purchasing these unless you like sending your gear to get fixed at burton, on a regular basis. If anything, get the cfx with metal ratchets.

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salomon sp5, burton custom