Have you ever felt that your bindings were too stiff and difficult to move in? With FLUX, even with the same bindings, you can adjust the settings to change how easy they are to move in. Whether you want to bring your back knee further inward, make it easier to move for ground tricks, or achieve stability at high speeds, or make it easier to transfer power for big jumps, you can customize the settings to match your preferences and goals. At the recent test ride event at Snow Park Yeti (Shizuoka Prefecture), we had riders try out different settings without changing the model, and it was very well received, so I'd like to introduce it here. This time, we'll talk about how the ankle strap's mounting position can change your ride. Can you tell the difference between the left and right bindings in the two photos above? The ankle strap mounting positions are different for each, with the left side mounted in the lower hole and the right side mounted in the upper hole. You might think that such a small change wouldn't make much difference, but this slight difference significantly alters the ease of movement and response speed. Below are photos of how much the back knee can be brought inward by actually changing the mounting position. The photo on the left shows bindings with the ankle strap on the back foot mounted in the upper hole, while the photo on the right shows bindings with the ankle strap on the back foot mounted in the lower hole. Can you see that in the photo on the right, the right knee is further inward, allowing for a lower stance? This is because changing the ankle strap's mounting position alters the point at which the boot is secured. At the factory, it is mounted in the upper hole. This tightens the upper part of the ankle, allowing power to be transmitted to the board with minimal movement, but it restricts the range of motion. When mounted in the lower hole, it tightens from the ankle to the instep. As a result, there is nothing obstructing the upper part of the ankle, which expands the range of motion. However, response is slightly reduced. This is not about one being superior to the other, but rather about being able to choose based on each user's purpose, objective, and skill level. Here's a quick summary: 【Effects by mounting position】 ■ Upper mounting (factory setting) Strap securing position: Tightens the upper part of the ankle Expected effects: Power can be transmitted to the board with minimal movement. Improves stability at high speeds, high ollies, increased rotations, and landing stability. Since the ankle is firmly fixed, it is also recommended for those with ankle pain or concerns. ■ Lower mounting Strap securing position: Tightens from the ankle to the instep Expected effects: Increased range of motion, making it easier to bring the knee inward. Easier to balance at low speeds and improved maneuverability at low-speed riding. Improved maneuverability in tree runs, and easier to achieve style for grabs and ground tricks. Both have advantages and disadvantages, and the effects summarized here are when both the inner and outer sides of the left and right bindings are mounted in the same position. Therefore, it is naturally also possible to mount the outer side high and the inner side low. This allows for easier power transfer to the outer side and increased mobility on the inner side, making it easier to transmit power during turns, ollies, and presses, and easier to flex the board. At the same time, the range of motion to the inner side expands, improving maneuverability at low speeds and making it easier to pull the knee inward. This setting is recommended for those who want to maintain style while riding at a certain speed. Additionally, some riders even use different mounting positions for the left and right bindings. You can truly customize the settings to match your ideal movement, so please try various settings to find the optimal one for you. This time, we discussed adjusting the ankle strap mounting position, but FLUX has many more adjustable parts. I'll take another opportunity to introduce other adjustment methods.