The B last dipped their toe into the market with the SI system, which used clips at the side of the boot to connect it to the binding. Unlike some of their competitors, their system used a traditional highback which allowed for a softer-flexing boot. Still, it remained a niche, and the line was discontinued in 2004.

“So, do they really work as well as a conventional binding? The testers we spoke to certainly seemed to think so”

While SI models were certainly quicker to get into than a conventional binding, that was really their only positive trait – this time around, Burton have much greater aspirations for the Step On system. The idea was to create something that’s just as comfortable, supportive and lightweight as what we’ve come to expect from Burton bindings, but with the added bonus of quick entry.

No mean feat, but one they feel that they’ve finally cracked. Regardless of your riding style or ability level, they reckon you’ll get on famously with these.

So, do they really work as well as a conventional binding? The testers we spoke to certainly seemed to think so, reporting that the weight and stiffness issues that dogged many step-in variations of the past have been well and truly banished with the Step Ons.

If they really do work as well as a regular two-strap system, it’s exciting to think of what the more creative riders out there will manage to do with the Step Ons. Alex Andrews has already given us a taste of what to expect – perhaps the door will be opened to a whole new world of skate-inspired one-footery.

We’ll be having a razz on these at the earliest opportunity, so stay tuned for our verdict.