Burton Malavita (2018)

The team’s favorite blends Burton’s top technologies with a freestyle focus

Quickly becoming the go-to binding for the Burton team and beyond, the Malavita balances full wrap response around your boots with a mid-range flex that’s 100 % focused on freestyle. Features like the Heel Hammock and Asym Hammockstrap™ dial in response to the on-snow la vida of riders like McMorris, Davis, and Hale.

Highback The single component, Heel Hammock hi-back is literally suspension on a snowboard. Dynamic interaction between an internal spring and rubberized hammock results in increased response and reduced vibration while your heel is cradled in complete suspension. The ergonomic Canted Hi-Back design follows the natural contours of your left and right legs to maximise control and comfort. Riders who prefer a more playful and relaxed feel will dig the Zero Forward Lean design on select hi-backs. As always, you can still choose to crank ‘em forward for quicker control when carving or climbing icy pipe walls. For mind-blowing micro-adjustability, the DialFLAD™ system gives you twice the options of the traditional FLAD. Living Hinge™ technology eliminates hardware and weight and allows you to adjust your Forward Lean and hi-back rotation independently.  

Baseplate Re:Flex™ offers more flex and board feel than traditional disc bindings. The minimised, cored baseplate reduces weight and expands the cushioning potential. A Single-Component Baseplate construction throughout creates a consistent response and feel for all-terrain domination. The 30 % Short-Glass/Nylon Composite material is slightly more responsive than the Park Blend yet still plenty playful. The Re:Flex AutoCANT FullBED Cushioning System with dual-density EVA automatically settles your boot into a natural position regardless of stance width or angles for improved comfort, reduced fatigue, and more direct board control. Additional B3 Gel, the same cushioning found in high-end boots, adds unstoppable impact protection.

Straps  The pad and spine shape of the asymmetric Hammockstrap™ wraps the boot in response. Flip the straps for increased freedom, or run stock for power and support. The minimalist design of the Super Grip Capstrap merges two materials into one technologically advanced toe strap. A firmer material in the spine provides a supportive and lightweight skeleton, while a softer over moulded material improves boot wrap and comfort. A Flex Slider makes strapping in a breeze with a strategically stretched hinging zone that allows the heel strap to flex and fall fully open. Thanks to the science of forced molecular alignment, the Flex Slider is also stronger, making it worthy of Burtons LIFETIME WARRANTY. Be the first to drop in with the rapid ratcheting of Burton’s Double Take Buckles. Helical teeth and a complete rethink of the entire package results in “Insta-Click” immediate engagement, faster uptake, and fewer cranks to tightness. The result: vastly improved strength, speed, and ease-of-use.

Features- Single-Component Re:Flex™ Lightweight Baseplate- Canted  Living Hinge™ Zero-Lean Highback- Heel Hammock- DialFLAD™- Asym Hammockstrap™- Supergrip Capstrap™- Flex Slider- Double Take Buckles Featuring Insta-Click- Re:Flex AutoCANT FullBED Cushioning System- B3 Gel - Features Re-Ground Materials to Reduce Waste- Compatible with all Major Mounting Systems