The Ride Circuit is the high-performance pick for riders who want serious response without going all-in on a carbon chassis. The build pairs an aluminum chassis with an overmold highback for that planted, supportive feel, and the dual-material ankle strap wraps the boot cleanly through hard turns. The character is stiff and direct, but not punishing, with enough cushion underfoot that long mileage days still feel good. Advanced all-mountain riders and freeriders who like to push pace on groomers and venture into bigger terrain are the target.

Why we like it:

The A-Series Aluminum Chassis delivers immediate edge response without the punishing stiffness of a full carbon setup, and the Overmold Highback supports the calf cleanly through hard turns. We're also fans of the Dual Material Ankle Strap, which holds the boot in place without pressure points.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert riders who spend most days pushing speed and looking for direct power transfer to the board. The Circuit suits aggressive all-mountain riding, big-mountain lines, and freeride-leaning days where the binding needs to keep up with hard angulation. Strong intermediates who know what they want from a stiffer binding will grow into it just fine.

Highlights:

The Circuit anchors itself on Ride's A-Series Aluminum Chassis, which is the premium chassis platform across the Ride binding line and delivers the no-slop power transfer that more experienced riders expect. An Overmold Highback adds rotational support without the bite of the Circuit Carbon's full carbon highback. Around the boot, a Dual Material Ankle Strap balances a structured outer with softer contact material against the liner, and a Minimalist Grip Toe Strap locks the toe into the binding pocket. An A-Series TPU Basepad cushions chatter underfoot, the Performance Footbed adds comfort over long days, and a Linkage Ratchet keeps the strap motion smooth and clean.

Things to consider:

At an 8 out of 10 on Ride's FEEL scale, the Circuit is firmly in advanced territory. Riders building skills out of the intermediate range may find it stiffer than they need; the C-6 or Drone are gentler step-up options. Riders ready for the absolute top of the line can step up to the Circuit Carbon, which adds a carbon highback for even more response.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Stick with your boot size on this one. The M fits men's boots roughly 6 to 10 and the L fits 10.5 and up, with the L being the call for boots size 11 and beyond. Riders sitting right at the size 10 to 10.5 boundary should bump up a size if they tend toward bigger boots or prefer a slightly looser strap fit.