a snowboard binding that eliminates the ratchet - type connection used in conventional snowboard bindings . instead , the snowboard binding incorporates a connection mechanism that is somewhat similar to a ski - boot style connector , and that uses only two straps on each binding compared to the traditional four straps . in addition , the connection mechanism can be pre - adjusted by the user to the desired connection pressure . once the desired pre - adjustment is reached , the user can simply step into the binding and connect the connection mechanism without needing to adjust the connection pressure or tightness during mounting the user &# 39 ; s foot or boot to the board as with conventional snowboard bindings .