{"product_id":"2026-bent-metal-stylist","title":"2026 Bent Metal Stylist","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Bent Metal Stylist is a women’s performance binding with plenty of backbone. Sitting at a mid-stiff 7\/10 flex, it is built for riders who want their binding to actually show up when they put power through the board. This is the one for stronger resort riding, faster laps, committed carves and more aggressive all-mountain lines, with enough support underfoot to feel precise without tipping into full-send freeride punishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magic is in the balance. Bent Metal gives the Stylist a responsive chassis and Magnesium Fibre Drive Plate for that lively, locked-in BMBW board feel, then softens the contact points with more comfortable straps that wrap the boot without biting into it. You get the power where it matters, underfoot and through the highback, with a more forgiving feel across the boot so you can ride hard for longer. It is sharp, supportive and seriously capable, but still has enough comfort and flow to keep it fun all day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed help choosing the right binding?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ballistyx.com.au\/pages\/the-ultimate-guide-to-snowboard-bindings-find-your-perfect-fit\" title=\"Ballistyx Boardstore Snowboard Bindings Guide\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esnowboard binding guide\u003c\/a\u003e for a clear breakdown of fit, flex and riding style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRider Ability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate to advanced riders looking for a stronger, more responsive binding that still stays comfortable for full resort days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiding Style \/ Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance all-mountain riding. Best suited to confident resort laps, faster turns, side hits, variable snow and riders who want a more connected boot-to-board feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/10 Mid-Stiff. Supportive and responsive underfoot, with softer strap contact points to keep the ride powerful without feeling overly harsh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntry System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional two-strap entry with forged aluminium buckles for smooth, secure and reliable strap-in performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTech Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlex Control Drive Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bent Metal’s signature binding platform, designed to work like a small composite snowboard under your boot for tuned flex, response and energy transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium Fiber Drive Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A medium-flexing drive plate built with magnesium fibre, UHMW core and an eco-sublimated top sheet to increase response across a broad range of conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiberglass Footbed Panels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibreglass panels in the footbed create more sophisticated flex patterns and help the binding respond more like the board underneath it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUHMW Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra High Molecular Weight core material inside the drive plate adds durability and consistent energy transfer through the binding platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Sublimated Top Sheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drive plate top sheet uses Bent Metal’s eco-sublimation process for graphics with lower-impact production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsymmetric Solid Highback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly cupped and asymmetric highback shape gives strong heelside support while allowing smoother side-to-side boot movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Polymer Nylon Highback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-flex nylon polymer highback material balances support, response and all-mountain versatility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Cube Forward Lean Adjuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast, tool-free forward lean adjustment with four settings: 10°, 14°, 18° and 22°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Durometer Urethane Dampening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built into The Cube system to help absorb vibration and smooth out chatter through the highback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Band Ankle Strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft-flexing ankle strap with a smaller surface area and large cored compression window for a more forgiving, comfortable wrap over the boot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Form Toe Strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toe strap with a secondary flex panel that grips over the toe of the boot for secure hold and efficient response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForged Aluminium Buckles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardened aluminium buckles designed for strength, low weight, and smooth entry and release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUni-Body Chassis:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-piece polymer chassis designed to absorb vibration and create a smoother ride feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Toe Ramp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows boot-to-binding fit adjustment for better support and more accurate pressure transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Axis Disk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounting disk with toe and heel centering built into the disk for easier stance alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2x4, 4x4 and Channel Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large Axis Disk works with standard 2x4, 4x4 and Channel mounting patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip-to-Tail \/ Edge-to-Edge Adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disk system allows the binding position to be adjusted lengthwise or laterally for a more dialled-in stance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3° Canted Footbed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canted padding helps centre rider balance while increasing drive and pop through the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeel Shock Pad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra absorption under the heel to help smooth out hard landings and rougher snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bx-sizechart\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Bent Metal Metta bindings size chart\" style=\"max-width: 980px; 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