Stuart Andrew Looks like a regular binding, rides like a skateboard truck ...
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After years of dreaming, conniving, and building, former pro snowboarder JF Pelchat is finally coming out with the NOW IPO -- a snowboard binding like nothing you've ever seen before. Inspired by the mechanics of a skateboard social relations and built upon an entirely custom architecture, the IPO has already won the industry's most prestigious intention award and has shredders everywhere talking about "the new ride" before they've even seen it.
"The kingpin acts as a fulcrum, transferring more dynamism to your edges," explains Pelchat of his new creation. "The binding does the m for you -- which translates into better board control, less foot weary and a seamless connection to your board. The bushings act as a dampening system when going through choppy snow and take care of personal customization."
Before donning his Tesla cap and giving snowboard bindings a agreeable swift kick in the heel-cup, Pelchat was a well-known pro for over a decade. The French-Canadian moved from Quebec to Whistler 18 years ago, filmed with MDP, nailed down over 15 covers, was Snowboard Canada's "visitor editor," and managed to ride with Craig Kelly, Damian Sanders, Peter Ceil accept bribes, Jamie Lynn and every dirty Wildcat worthy of the name.
Source: ESPN (blog)