Skill Level: Advanced–Expert
Riding Style: All-Mountain / Freeride
Flex: 8/10
Best For: High-Performance Automatic Entry
Personality: Powerful & Fast
The 2027 Bent Metal Lightning Supermatic® combines Bent Metal's powerful all-mountain performance with Supermatic® automatic entry technology, creating one of the most advanced quick-entry bindings available. Riders simply slide their boot into the binding, step down on the heel pedal, and the highback automatically locks into place. When it's time to get off the lift, a simple release lever opens the system in seconds. Best of all, the Lightning Supermatic® remains fully compatible with any standard snowboard boot, giving riders the convenience of automatic entry without being locked into a proprietary boot system.
Designed around Bent Metal's Auto Chassis, the Lightning Supermatic® delivers a responsive 8/10 flex that's ideal for aggressive all-mountain riding. A Solid Power Highback, Dual Band Auto Ankle Strap, Flip Fit Toe Strap, 3° Canted Footbed, Heel Shock Pad, and oversized Slip Plate provide exceptional power transfer, comfort, and durability while maintaining the familiar feel of a traditional two-strap binding. Whether you're carving groomers, charging steeps, or hunting powder, the Lightning Supermatic® is built to ride hard without slowing you down.
Advanced to expert riders
Aggressive all-mountain riders
Freeriders
Riders who want automatic entry without changing boots
Snowboarders looking for premium response and convenience
The 2027 Lightning Supermatic® continues Bent Metal's flagship automatic-entry platform, refining the integration of Supermatic® Technology with Bent Metal's performance-focused Lightning chassis. It remains the brand's stiffest and most responsive automatic-entry binding.
8/10 – Medium-Stiff
The Lightning Supermatic® delivers quick edge-to-edge response, excellent stability at speed, and powerful energy transfer while still offering enough compliance for everyday all-mountain riding.
The Automatic Charger
A high-performance automatic-entry binding built for riders who demand speed, convenience, and uncompromising response.
Riders considering the Lightning Supermatic® should also look at:
Rome Katana FASE for premium adjustability with a fast-entry system.
Bataleon Blaster PRO AW FASE® x Tor for aggressive all-mountain freestyle riders.
Union Atlas for riders who prefer a traditional high-response strap binding.
Arbor Cypress for a surf-inspired freeride alternative.
The Lightning Supermatic® is one of the best options for riders who want the convenience of automatic entry without sacrificing the feel of a traditional binding. Unlike dedicated step-in systems, it works with nearly any snowboard boot, giving you freedom to choose your favorite boots while dramatically reducing time spent strapping in. If you prioritize speed, convenience, and powerful all-mountain performance, it's one of the standout bindings of 2027.
Skill Level: Advanced–Expert
Riding Style: All-Mountain / Freeride
Flex: 8/10
Best For: High-Performance Automatic Entry
Personality: Powerful & Fast
The 2027 Bent Metal Lightning Supermatic® combines Bent Metal's powerful all-mountain performance with Supermatic® automatic entry technology, creating one of the most advanced quick-entry bindings available. Riders simply slide their boot into the binding, step down on the heel pedal, and the highback automatically locks into place. When it's time to get off the lift, a simple release lever opens the system in seconds. Best of all, the Lightning Supermatic® remains fully compatible with any standard snowboard boot, giving riders the convenience of automatic entry without being locked into a proprietary boot system.
Designed around Bent Metal's Auto Chassis, the Lightning Supermatic® delivers a responsive 8/10 flex that's ideal for aggressive all-mountain riding. A Solid Power Highback, Dual Band Auto Ankle Strap, Flip Fit Toe Strap, 3° Canted Footbed, Heel Shock Pad, and oversized Slip Plate provide exceptional power transfer, comfort, and durability while maintaining the familiar feel of a traditional two-strap binding. Whether you're carving groomers, charging steeps, or hunting powder, the Lightning Supermatic® is built to ride hard without slowing you down.
Advanced to expert riders
Aggressive all-mountain riders
Freeriders
Riders who want automatic entry without changing boots
Snowboarders looking for premium response and convenience
The 2027 Lightning Supermatic® continues Bent Metal's flagship automatic-entry platform, refining the integration of Supermatic® Technology with Bent Metal's performance-focused Lightning chassis. It remains the brand's stiffest and most responsive automatic-entry binding.
8/10 – Medium-Stiff
The Lightning Supermatic® delivers quick edge-to-edge response, excellent stability at speed, and powerful energy transfer while still offering enough compliance for everyday all-mountain riding.
The Automatic Charger
A high-performance automatic-entry binding built for riders who demand speed, convenience, and uncompromising response.
Riders considering the Lightning Supermatic® should also look at:
Rome Katana FASE for premium adjustability with a fast-entry system.
Bataleon Blaster PRO AW FASE® x Tor for aggressive all-mountain freestyle riders.
Union Atlas for riders who prefer a traditional high-response strap binding.
Arbor Cypress for a surf-inspired freeride alternative.
The Lightning Supermatic® is one of the best options for riders who want the convenience of automatic entry without sacrificing the feel of a traditional binding. Unlike dedicated step-in systems, it works with nearly any snowboard boot, giving you freedom to choose your favorite boots while dramatically reducing time spent strapping in. If you prioritize speed, convenience, and powerful all-mountain performance, it's one of the standout bindings of 2027.
