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WAKESHOP VERDICT
Our take.
The Jobe Nitro is one of the easiest closed-toe bindings to recommend to a progressing rider. You get the more precise fit and direct board connection that makes closed-toe boots so appealing, but without an excessively stiff or demanding feel. The soft foam liner, ergonomic footbed and heel pads keep it comfortable, while the flex panels allow useful freedom of movement without making the boot feel unsupportive. Add the dual-lace adjustment and you've got a very capable binding that offers a lot of performance for the money.
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BEST FOR
Intermediate riders wanting an affordable, comfortable and forgiving closed-toe performance binding
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NOT IDEAL FOR
Riders wanting maximum stiffness and support, or shared setups that need to accommodate several different foot sizes
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WHY WE STOCK IT
Why it earned a place at WakeShop.
We stock the Nitro because it gives riders a genuinely affordable route into a proper closed-toe binding. It's noticeably more precise than an open-toe setup, but its softer flex and comfortable liner make it much more approachable than a stiff performance boot. For progressing riders, it hits a very useful balance of comfort, control and value.
AT A GLANCE
Fit, feel & compatibility.
The key things to know before choosing your bindings.
TYPE
Closed Toe
CABLE OR BOAT
Both
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate ·
Advanced
FIT
Performance
SIZE RANGE
UK 6.5–10.5
RIDER
Adult
FIT & FEEL
How these bindings ride.
COMPATIBILITY & CONSTRUCTION
Closure
Dual Lace +
Jobe Lace Lock
Mounting
Intermediate to advanced riders wanting strong support, precise fit and responsive board control
Removable liner
No
Heat mouldable
No
Gender
Unisex
Fit profile
Performance
WAKESHOP COMPARISON
Which binding is right for you?
Compare fit, flex, support and riding feel side by side.
★ EDITOR'S CHOICE
Best Value Closed-Toe
Jobe - Nitro
Choose the Nitro if you want the precise fit and board control of a closed-toe binding without the stiffer, more aggressive feel of the Charge. Its softer flex, dual-lace adjustment and comfortable foam liner make it a particularly good step up for progressing riders.
£226.79
£251.99
★ EDITOR'S CHOICE
Best Jobe Performance Binding
Jobe - Charge
Choose the Charge if you want a premium closed-toe binding with strong support, precise heel hold and excellent response. Its dual-lace adjustment, J-bars and Stiffy Plates create a much more locked-in feel than an open-toe binding, making it ideal for riders pushing harder and wanting greater control from their board.
£264.59
£293.99
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Hyperlite
Best for Freestyle Freedom
Hyperlite - Mid
Choose the MID if you want a premium closed-toe binding with exceptional mobility, very low weight and strong board response. Its low cuff and flexible feel make it especially attractive to freestyle riders who want freedom without giving up precision.
£399.00
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Slingshot
Best for Simplicity
Slingshot - KTV Evershred
Choose the KTV EverShred if you want a simple, lightweight performance binding with extremely fast entry and exit. Its tri-zone Gummy Straps, medium flex and fixed liner give it a clean, dependable feel without the extra complexity of a removable-liner park boot.
£425.00
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Overall
9.2/10
9.4/10
9.3/10
9.3/10
Type
Closed Toe
Closed Toe
Closed Toe
Closed Toe
Cable or Boat
Both
Both
Both
Both
Skill Level
IntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
IntermediateAdvanced
Fit
Performance
Performance
Standard
Standard
Size Range
UK 6.5–10.5
UK 6.5–10.5
UK 5.5–13.5
US 4–13
Closure
Dual Lace
Jobe Lace Lock
Jobe Lace Lock
Dual Lace
Jobe Lace Lock
Jobe Lace Lock
Dual-Zone Lacing
True Tight Lace Lock and Dock
True Tight Lace Lock and Dock
Tri-Zone Gummy Straps
Mounting
Intermediate to advanced riders wanting strong support, precise fit and responsive board control
Standard Wakeboard Mounting
M6 insert
6-inch insert
6-inch insert
K9 Mounting System
Flex
Support
Response
Comfort
Board Feel
Ease of Entry
Value
Why we'd choose it
Choose the Nitro if you want the precise fit and board control of a closed-toe binding without the stiffer, more aggressive feel of the Charge. Its softer flex, dual-lace adjustment and comfortable foam liner make it a particularly good step up for progressing riders.
Choose the Charge if you want a premium closed-toe binding with strong support, precise heel hold and excellent response. Its dual-lace adjustment, J-bars and Stiffy Plates create a much more locked-in feel than an open-toe binding, making it ideal for riders pushing harder and wanting greater control from their board.
Choose the MID if you want a premium closed-toe binding with exceptional mobility, very low weight and strong board response. Its low cuff and flexible feel make it especially attractive to freestyle riders who want freedom without giving up precision.
Choose the KTV EverShred if you want a simple, lightweight performance binding with extremely fast entry and exit. Its tri-zone Gummy Straps, medium flex and fixed liner give it a clean, dependable feel without the extra complexity of a removable-liner park boot.
WAKESHOP COMPARISON
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