Blaster tech is applied differently to each binding that features it. The Trigger has a softer version that, on top of smoothing out day-to-day cruising, can also soak up more of the big impacts that you’ll expect to encounter in the park.

Also helping out on that front is the extra cushioning at the heel section of the footbed. If you’ve ever knuckled a monster jump, you’ll know that it’s often your heels that take the brunt of the impact, so anything that can minimise that is a welcome feature.

“The highback’s balance of tweakability and response has been improved further still, and some padding has been added to the inside”

One of the main updates for the 2017/18 Salomon Trigger is the new highback, unique to this model. The balance of tweakability and response has been improved further still, and some padding has been added to the inside. It’s only present towards the top of the highback, though, and there’s just enough to improve comfort without making the ride feel a bit soggy.

Thanks to the easy-adjust straps and efficient aluminium ratchets, you’re good to go in seconds. Both straps have a great build quality too, another feature that makes this a terrific binding for the price.

If you’re after something effective but not expensive, get your fingers on the Salomon Trigger.