Burton Lexa Re:Flex Snowboard Binding Review – By Steph W

Burton Lexa Re:Flex Written Review Review by The Good Ride

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The Lexa fits a wide range of riders and riding styles. It is versatile enough to ride all mountain and even park. The Lexa has a pretty comfortable feel, and you get a lot of ankle/heel lock which kind of depends on the boot you are wearing if it is just right or too much. Sometimes it is difficult to step out of when you unstrap your binding.

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Days: 1 for Steph, 30+ for Paige

Riders: Steph & Paige

Boards: Salomon Rumble Fish

Boots: Vans Ferra Pro

Flex: The Burton Lexa Re:Flex has a pretty aggressive high back but it doesn’t quite have the sharp response that usually comes with a high back of this type.  It gives you a lot of support on the inside and the outside is a little softer.

Adjustability: Pretty good adjustability and tool-less options as well. The heel cup and toe raps are not adjustable however.

Comfort:  Very Comfortable ankle strap.  Every ankle and foot is different but the Burton Lexa Re:Flex makes a wide variety of riders comfortable. It has consistent pressure on the heel that you can feel through your boot so you know you are locked into the binding. Some riders like this, some don’t. The heel cup is sometimes difficult to step out of when you unstrap your bindings. I have a hard time getting my boot all the way back sometimes when I put them on as well.

Turn Initiation:  The edge to edge response is very good. It feels pretty smooth for its flex and it makes the board feel a little softer underfoot. Therefore it turns a little easier edge to edge without feeling super responsive. The best way to describe it is smooth.

Buttering:  The Burton Lexa Re:Flex tech is pretty good here and it’s one of the better women’s bindings for getting a good flex underfoot.

Boot Support: The wider ankle strap provides a lot of support without feeling constricting. The high back is canted and comfortable as well. It has good support without feeling too aggressive.

Ratchet System:  The ratchets are smooth and easy to use.

Shock Absorption:  Great for dealing with hard uneven snow or for that horrible flat landing.  It creates a nice barrier between your body and the gear under your feet. Plenty of foam between the boot and the board, also comes with a canted foot-bed to help with foot fatigue and knee/hip pain.

Overall: The Burton Lexa Re:Flex binding can ride all over the mountain. But can also be forgiving enough to play in the park. It has a medium but responsive feel to it. It has a heel lock that keeps your boot in place. But you can feel the pressure on your boot the whole time. Sometimes it is difficult to step out of the binding. They are tough bindings that can last for many seasons. It is a good binding choice for intermediate to advanced riders.

Paige’s Perspective

The Burton Lexa Re:Flex binding is a sturdy binding with a medium-stiff flex that can take you anywhere on the mountain. These bindings provide a nice mix of control and comfort. The binding as a whole seems to be built to last. However, after about a couple of months of use, the foam on the high back began to show wear and the finish on the buckles began to rub off. The durable wide ankle strap provides a surprising level of comfort and support.

The ladders ratchet and release smoothly, and having teeth on both sides of the ladder increases their longevity. The ankle strap folds outward allowing for you to step into the binding without the ankle strap getting in the way. The toe strap is quite stiff but fits well over the two boots I have worn it with (Burton Sable & Vans Ferra Pro). For those out there that love the feeling of having your heel locked-in, this may just be the binding for you. The heel cup locks your boot into the binding and while riding you always feel the pressure around your heel. When you are trying to step out of the binding the heel cup will sometimes refuse to let go of your boot.

Occasionally, I will have to give a little kick to release my foot. The Lexa can also be difficult to get into, making for multiple attempts to get your heel all the way back in the binding. Other boots may be more compatible than others with the Lexa bindings. For instance, the Burton Felix is a bit narrower than the Vans Ferra Pro so this boot may be more fitting for the Lexa. The foam and gel in the footbed allows for great shock absorption for hard landings or icy conditions but doesn’t fully block out all feeling underfoot. The footbed also flips up to allow access to the baseplate without having to use a screwdriver.

All in all, the Burton Lexa’s are able to handle fast speeds but can feel a bit playful while cruising around, which allows you to take them all over the mountain. They have a quick edge-to-edge response, allowing you to initiate turns quickly. These bindings are well suited for the intermediate to advanced rider.

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