Ben Archers opinion
“From always riding pads and straps
for freestyle and going out in the high
winds I have to say pads and straps have
saved me in a lot of dodgy crashes and
situations. However, since I’ve made
the change to riding bindings I feel a lot
more comfortable out on the water while
pushing my freestyle and wakestyle riding.
I also feel that I have more control while
going out in high winds and boosting and
throwing down kiteloops. Boots seem to
make you more stable as the kite goes
through the loops and the crashes are a
lot harder when it goes wrong.”
There are many pros and cons to both
but many vary on your riding style and
whether you like to bust out some airs
and maybe slash the odd wave. Straps
may be better for you if you’re into your
freestyle whilst boots might be better
suited if you’re throwing down handle
passes and having some hard landings.
Which ever your style, ride hard and do
what feels right for you, and you can’t go
wrong!
Ben Archer