Freestyle-focused and built with a softer, more playful response, this is the Arbor binding for riders who want movement, board feel, and everyday reliability in the same package. It sits nicely for park laps, side hits, presses, butters, and creative resort riding, with enough support to keep cruising the whole mountain without feeling loose or underbuilt. Think easy flex and progression-friendly feel, not dead noodle.
Arbor’s X-Base 2 platform gives the binding a more natural connection to the board, while the asymmetrical highback keeps things mobile through tweaks, presses, and lateral movement. The first-of-its-kind BioStrap package adds a lighter, more sustainable hold across the boot, and the one-piece outsole with dual-density EVA helps smooth out chatter and landings. It is a proper freestyle binding for riders who want their setup to feel alive underfoot.
Key Features
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Rider Ability: Beginner to advanced
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Riding Style: Freestyle / all-mountain
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Flex: 4/10, mid-soft
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Entry System: Traditional two-strap
Tech Features
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X-Base 2 Baseplate: Arbor’s freestyle-focused X-Base platform, designed to transfer energy through the binding while keeping a softer, more playful feel underfoot.
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15% Fiberglass Reinforced Baseplate: A softer chassis construction that gives the Hemlock its forgiving flex and easy freestyle feel.
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Adjustable Aluminium Heelcup: Lets the binding fit be dialled around your boot while adding strength through the heel section.
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50A TPE One-Piece Outsole: Full underfoot dampening layer that helps absorb chatter, smooth out landings, and preserve board feel.
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Adjustable Dual Density EVA Footbed: Cushioned footbed construction that adds comfort and impact absorption underfoot.
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1.5° Canting: Slightly angled footbed position designed to support a more natural stance through the knees and ankles.
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2x4 Mini Disc: Smaller disc footprint to reduce dead spots and help the board flex more naturally underfoot.
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Channel Compatible: Disc system is compatible with Burton Channel mounting, as well as standard 2x4 insert patterns.
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BioStrap: Plant-based strap construction that replaces petroleum-based plastics with a lighter, more sustainable alternative.
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Asymmetrical Highback: Built with 5° of pre-rotation for a more ergonomic feel and better lateral mobility.
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Bow Strap Adjuster: Pre-curved adjusters help keep the straps open for easier binding entry and exit.
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Cast Aluminium Buckles and Levers: Durable ratchets built for long-term strength and reliable strap tension.
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Tool-Less Ankle and Toe Strap Adjusters: Quick strap adjustment without needing a screwdriver.
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Lifetime Warranty on Baseplate and Heelcup: Arbor backs the main structural components for long-term confidence.
Size Chart
Arbor Men's Binding Size Chart
| Arbor Men's Binding Size Chart |
| Boot Size |
Small |
Medium |
Large |
| US |
7-9 |
9-11 |
11-13+ |
| EU |
39-42 |
42-44.5 |
44.5-47+ |
| UK |
6-8 |
8-10 |
10-12+ |
| MONDO |
25-27 |
27-29 |
29-31+ |
About Arbor
Arbor has been building snowboards since 1995, with a clear focus on materials, craftsmanship and reducing environmental impact. From the beginning, the brand has prioritised the use of sustainably sourced wood and bio-based resins, setting a benchmark for responsible construction in snowboard manufacturing.
That approach carries through the entire range, including youth models like the Red Gerard AM. By combining proven construction techniques with progressive shaping and team-driven design input, Arbor continues to produce boards that feel consistent, durable and purpose-built for real riding conditions.
