How to Attach a Binding to a burton snowboard?

How to Attach a Binding to a Burton Snowboard

• Answer:

  Attaching bindings to any snowboard is as simple as lining up the base plate and bindings with the existing holes in the deck of the snowboard and screwing them in. However, most boards have two sets of four holes in the front and back, while Burton boards have two sets of a unique three-hole pattern on the front and back. Burton snowboards must be mounted with Burton bindings. Difficulty: Moderate Things You'll Need Burton board Burton bindings Burton base plates Screwdriver 6 Burton screws Instructions Determine your ideal stance. There are two stances, known as regular and goofy. Regular stance positions the left foot in front while goofy puts the right foot in front. Neither stance is right or wrong, but your stance will determine how your bindings are mounted to the board. Situate the appropriate binding (right or left) over one of the three-hole patterns in the front. There are two patterns on the board and your stance should be about shoulder length apart, so most people will use the inner pattern, closest to the center of the board. Taller folks may want to use the outer pattern for a wider stance. A wider stance adds stability, but makes it more difficult to turn. The center stance is less stable but easier to maneuver. Beginners often use the center stance. Insert the base plate into the heel of the binding so it lines up with the three holes underneath. The angle at which the bindings attach to the board is important. Attaching your bindings at a perpendicular angle to the board is known as zero stance and is ideal for beginners with a wide snowboard. Narrower boards, used for freestyle riding and racing, can have some toe overhang, which is not recommended. Angling your feet forward is called a positive stance, backwards is a negative stance and a duckfoot stance is when one foot faces forward, the other backward. Insert the Burton screws into each hole and turn clockwise with your screwdriver until they are all securely fastened. Any screw of the appropriate length will work, but most snowboarding screws have small amounts of plastic in them to keep them from coming loose while riding. Repeat the same steps with the back binding, lining it up with the base plate and the appropriate holes. Setting the rear binding farther back on the board can help keep the nose of the board on top of the snow when riding in deep powder. Tips & Warnings Tip: When setting the angle of the binding, make small adjustments. The goal is to keep your legs and knees as comfortable as possible. Warning: Snowboarding can be very dangerous so make sure to ride safely with the necessary protective equipment.