Spruce Riser and Bindings

[Greco]

I tested a pair of the Spruce Riser/Bindings this past December at Killington and was pleasantly surprised. I'm used to using Bomber Elite bindings and I've tried every releasable binding ever made for skiboards and i've never been happy with any of them but after a day on these I changed my mind. First off these bindings are so easy to get into and out of because they are regular ski bindings. Just step in. Plus, you can use any regular ski boots. Second, the ride was superb, I didn't notice any loss in performance and they held me tight to my boards. Until I was riding in the trees and I caught a rock that was hidden under the snow. My right leg twisted out and the binding released. I don't think I would have been injured but it was nice not having to worry about it. Once they did release it was so simple to get them back on. I didn't even have to stand up, just put in my toe and pressed my heal down and I was back ready to ride.
If you've ever been concerned with using non-release bindings then the Spruce Bindings/Riser is a perfect alternative. Even if it's not a concern the shear ease of use could be enough of a reason to make the switch.

If you have any questions contact me at greco@skiboardsonline.com

Spruce Bindings/Riser (http://www.skiboardsonline.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=SBOL&Product_Code=spruce_riser&Category_Code=spruce)

[Dlaxman31]

How do you get these bindings off it its like a ski binding, cause the last time I went skiing I got out of the bindings with the poles. Just curious?

[Greco]

I just lifted one skiboard and pressed down on the back of the bindings with it. Then used my free boot and stepped on the back of the other one.

-G

[xiiimoons]

Thanks to Greco's recommendation, I choose to purchase these bindings for my Canon M7's. One thing I wanted to add for anyone thinking about purchasing these bindings...

The instructions on adjusting the bindings: Perfect!

With a single screwdriver, determination, and a few pages of instructions, I was able to adjust these bindings without an issue. Granted, I maybe, should have brought them to a professional, but alas I choose not to. SO that being said, I am not recommending that you do this on your own, but should you decide, it’s a piece of cake!

All around I am delighted with my choice to purchase these bindings. The peace of mind that they are releasable is immeasurable.

[Greco]

Yes, I forgot to mention the owner of Spruce, Jeff Singer (board member here) includes the mfg. manual AND detailed installation and adjustment instructions with pictures. In addition, he stands behind his product 100%, he wants to know any comments or complaints and will do whatever it takes to make sure every customer is totally happy with their purchase.

[sticks]

The Spruce Riser speaks for itself. Answers all the questions of releasable technology and ease of use.

Ditto on Greco's post.

-Sticks

[griswald]

Hey g, just out of curiosity, are you sticking with the Spruce's, or are you back to the Bombers?

[Greco]

my bomber's are disabled at the moment. when we were running out of bombers we had been promised some pieces from bomber so we could make 1 or 2 last pairs to sell and i had promised this guy in ohio a pair. to make a long story short, bomber delayed the shipment so i took some pieces of my bombers to make a working pair for this guy. since then bomber has sent us the parts so i'm waiting for the guy to return my parts so i can get my bombers back together. but, the spruces i tested were a loaner pair from jeff singer and since we can't keep them in stock i haven't been able to grab another pair for myself. so, i've been beating on the canon TD1's lately and they've been working great. but, now we have some extra spruce's in stock so next time i ride i'll be on the spruce bindings again.

sorry for the long story.

g