Closed Toe

Information when buying wakeboard Boots & Bindings

Looking to buy new wakeboard bindings and not sure what to choose? Buywake Europe offers a large range of wakeboard bindings and with the wide number of brands as Connely, slingshot, Hyperlite and Ronix, there are lots of different wakeboard bindings to choose from.

Which Boot should I choose?

When making a choice between wakeboard boots or wakeboard bindings, a number of aspects play a major role. For the best fit, many riders choose their own boots, while sometimes sharing a wakeboard. Wakeboard bindings are very personal, and a good fit means more fun on the water.

Open toe

This binding is open at the toes. The biggest advantage of an open toe boot is that it can easily be shared. The open toe makes it suitable for several people with different sizes. These are also very suitable for kids because of their fast growth.

Closed toe

This closed toe wakeboard binding ensures a precise fit, which gives you more control and faster heel to toe movement. A closed toe boot is also warmer than an open toe binding.

System bindings take a nod from snowboard bindings. Utilizing a highback frame with ratchet straps across the ankle and toes, System bindings take a specifically designed boot, and allow riders to further customize fit and engage the entire leg, rather than just heels and toes.

Flex

Flex is one of the most important factors in deciding which wake boot is right for you. The flex of wakeboard boots can vary dramatically between different models from stiff to very flexible. The flex of your boots is personal preference. Some riders like to feel locked into stiff boots with a lot of ankle support while other riders like a softer flex which gives them the ability to tweak their wakeboard in different directions during tricks. Similar to snowboard boots, the stiffer your wake boot, the better it is for carving and speed. The softer it is, the more maneuverability you will have for tricks.

Check out the 1-5 Stiffness Scale (1=soft, 5=stiff) on product details pages. Most beginner bindings are more flexible (softer) than bindings geared towards advanced riders.

Lacing systems

Laces vary in all kinds of sorts. Below there is an explanation of the different lacings systems available.

Laces with Fasteners: These are a common, simple, and efficient system.

Boa® Lacing Systems: Boa® is designed for speed and strength, incorporating aircraft grade stainless steel laces with a dial ratchet closure. No laces to tie! Boa® can also be found on products such as cycling shoes and snowboard boots.

Velcro Straps: These are another common system found on wake boots. And once again, no laces to tie!

Hinges: Hinges allow for easier entry and exit from your wakeboard boot. The hinge on the heel of the boot allows you to open the boot with the flip of a lever rather than struggling through the narrow opening at the ankle. No water, no lube needed.