"Why there is no heel cup"

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Unlike the general 2-strap binding, the rear entry SP-UNITED
We have adopted a system called FASTECH.

What is <FASTECH>?

FASTEC has unique features among the two strap bindings.It has a reclining highback that can be quickly attached and detached with one hand, providing a reliable fitting.
You don't have to look for a strap with both hands.

1) Release the buckle on the high back.
2) After releasing the buckle, defeat the high back.
3) The buckle automatically releases and lifts the strap.
4) Put your feet in.
5) Raise the highback and lift the lever to lock
6) Close the lifted buckle and GO RIDING

Because of this attachment and detachment method, the binding does not require a heel cup.
The lack of a heel cup allows for speedy attachment and detachment.
At the same time, it has two major effects.
Because there is no heel cup, the distance between the high back and the boots is short, and the area to touch increases.
Matching with boots is greatly enhanced.
Highback is linked to the movement of the boots
Heel side, reacts to all 180 degree movements.

And one more thing.
The range of motion of the ankle part of the boot is widened.
Since a typical heel cup is not flexible, the boot can only be moved within the range that fits in the heel cup.
For skateboards and surfboards that can move freely on the board without a heel cup
It will be possible to move closer.
This makes it possible to take advantage of the rider's flexible movements to create soft and free movements.
In other words, the rider's potential can be fully demonstrated.

As a concrete effect

△ The ankles are easier to bend and the knees are easier to bend, allowing for large sliding using the whole body.
△ The ankles are easy to move, so it is easy to move on turns and tricks.
△ Effective for jibing, powder runs, and terrain play
△ Easy to grab
△ The position of the knee is easier in the center, so the burden on the knee is reduced.

FASTECH is not only quick to put on and take off, but also its riding performance is the most attractive.
Adjust the range of motion and response of the high back and strap depending on the model
You can choose according to your riding style.

Reason for not having a heel cup = Attractiveness of riding performance created by not having a heel cup
that is how it is.