Straps and Highbacks

The highback is the moneymaker here ( it was never going the be the straps, obvs…). The ‘Kickback Hammock’ design features a unique two-part construction; your classic nylon-composite skeleton, but with an interior rubber pad that is attached, but separate.

You’ll run out of superlatives to describe how comfy this feels once you’re strapped in (or stepped on, rather), especially once you get up to speed and experience how well the hammock deals with unwanted vibrations. Even when cruising, though, you get the benefits of a perfectly-hugged boot. Foot fatigue doesn’t even get a look-in.

We’re not talking carbon-fibre levels of stiffness and response – in fact, this is actually the mellowest of all the Step On binders for 2021/22, including the original eponymous model. However, the more forgiving flex pattern has always been part of the Genesis’ appeal, and it’s still more than capable of stepping up to meet the needs of even the boldest riders.

“Foot fatigue doesn’t even get a look-in”

Roundup

We know that not everyone has been converted to the strapless approach yet – but if you’re a ‘Clunk Click Every Trip’ kind of rider, then you should really check out the new Burton Genesis Step On. In terms of accessibility alone (a factor slightly dimmed by the price tag), this may be the new standout model in the Step On range.

We’ll say it again; comfort, creativity, convenience. Seriously, what more can you ask for?