Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings Splitboard - Splitboard Bindings - Softboot Bindings Spark R&D
Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings Splitboard - Splitboard Bindings - Softboot Bindings Spark R&D Small Snow Camo
Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings Splitboard - Splitboard Bindings - Softboot Bindings Spark R&D
Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings Splitboard - Splitboard Bindings - Softboot Bindings Spark R&D
Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings Splitboard - Splitboard Bindings - Softboot Bindings Spark R&D
Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings Splitboard - Splitboard Bindings - Softboot Bindings Spark R&D

Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings

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Pro Model Soft Boot Splitboard Binding

Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings

The Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings are Nick Russell's pro model splitboard binding for riders who want a stiff, damp platform with a highback they can rotate to match their stance. The binding is built on the Surge ST Pro baseplate with Arc ST Pro Pillow Line straps, and a multi-hole pro heel loop lets the highback rotate 4 or 8 degrees either way. At 638 g per binding in a Medium, with 6 mm of snow camo padding underfoot and 3 mm on the highback, the NR Pro suits big lines, cold days and riders who fine-tune their setup.

Specs Verified Ratings and setup guidance verified against manufacturer specifications.

Is This the Right Binding for You?

Best For
Splitboarders who want a stiff, padded binding with a rotating highback and Spark's Tesla T1 touring system.
Consider Another Binding If
You want the lightest Spark binding, prefer a standard highback position, or ride hardboots.

CCBB Binding Ratings

Uphill Efficiency
4/5
638 g per binding in a Medium
Descent Security
5/5
Surge ST Pro baseplate, rotating highback
Transition Speed
5/5
Tesla T1 snap ramp, no pins or cables
Serviceability
4/5
Spark spare parts, aluminum pro screws

Rating scale: 5 = top of its class, 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = specialized or below average, and 1 = limited.

CCBB Binding Profile

Brake WidthNone. Splitboard bindings do not use brakes
Riser HeightsST Whammy Bar climbing wire
Boot CompatibilitySoft snowboard boots only
AdjustabilityHighback rotation 0, 4 or 8 degrees each way
Mount PatternSpark pucks, sold separately

Why We Like It

  • The multi-hole pro heel loop rotates the highback 0, 4 or 8 degrees either way, so it can sit parallel to the heelside edge for quicker heelside turns.
  • The Surge ST Pro baseplate gives a stiff, solid platform, and Arc ST Pro Pillow Line straps keep the upper binding agile.
  • A pre-installed 6 mm snow camo pad under the foot and 3 mm on the highback add warmth, cushion and a closer fit to the boot.
  • Anodized 7075 aluminum pro screws save weight, and the binding runs Spark's Tesla T1 touring system.

Best Uses

  • Big lines and steep terrain
  • Riders with steeper stance angles
  • Cold days where padding helps
  • Riders who fine-tune their setup
  • Soft boot splitboarders

Mounting and Setup Advice

Rotate the highback to match your stance: maximum rotation suits binding angles of 15 degrees or more, and mid rotation suits angles from 6 to 15 degrees. The 638 g figure is for a Medium.

On the board side, the binding needs Spark Flat Pucks or Spark Canted Pucks, sold separately, and then works with any puck-compatible splitboard. If you are mixing hardware generations, ST bindings need ST Whammy Bars, while ST bindings run on older Tesla brackets. Bring your board in so we can set puck placement and stance.

Mounting and setup guidance reviewed by CCBB splitboard staff. Confirm interface and stance against your board before drilling.

Technical Specifications Manufacturer specs · Click to expand

Fit and Setup

Weight
638 g per binding (Medium)
Highback Rotation
0, 4 or 8 degrees each way
Padding
6 mm baseplate, 3 mm highback
In the Box
NR Pro bindings, ST Brackets, T1 Heel Rests, mounting screws, Spark Pocket Tool
Sold Separately
Spark Flat or Canted Pucks

Construction and Compatibility

Touring System
Tesla T1 with ST Brackets and snap ramp
Baseplate
Surge ST Pro, solid
Heel Loop
Multi-hole pro heel loop
Straps
Arc ST Pro Pillow Line
Hardware
Anodized 7075 aluminum pro screws
Boot Compatibility
Soft snowboard boots only. Splitboard soft binding; not compatible with ISO, GripWalk, pin-tech or telemark bindings or the boots that use them.
Recommended Use
Splitboard touring and freeride

Compare the Spark R&D NR Pro

NR Pro vs. Spark R&D Surge ST Pro Splitboard Binding

The Spark R&D Surge ST Pro Splitboard Binding shares the baseplate at 610 g per binding in a Medium, with Surge straps and a fixed highback position.

Shop Spark R&D Surge ST Pro Splitboard Binding

NR Pro vs. Spark R&D Arc ST Pro Splitboard Binding

The Spark R&D Arc ST Pro Splitboard Binding is the lighter, surfier option at 556 g per binding in a Medium, with a cutout baseplate.

Shop Spark R&D Arc ST Pro Splitboard Binding

NR Pro vs. Karakoram Ultra Ranger Splitboard Binding

The Karakoram Ultra Ranger Splitboard Binding uses active joining instead of pucks. Choose by interface, since the two systems are not cross-compatible.

Shop Karakoram Ultra Ranger Splitboard Binding

Common Questions

Who should buy the Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings?
The Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings suit splitboarders who want a stiff, padded binding with a highback they can rotate to match their stance. They weigh 638 g per binding in a Medium.
What boots and boards work with the Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings?
The Spark R&D NR Pro takes soft snowboard boots only. It is a splitboard soft binding and is not compatible with ISO, GripWalk, pin-tech or telemark bindings or the boots that use them. On the board side it needs Spark Flat Pucks or Spark Canted Pucks, sold separately, and then works with any puck-compatible splitboard.
Why rotate the highback?
Rotating the highback so it sits parallel to the heelside edge makes heelside turns quicker to start. Maximum rotation suits binding angles of 15 degrees or more; mid rotation suits 6 to 15 degrees.
Do I need to buy anything else?
Yes, pucks. The NR Pro comes with the bindings, ST Brackets, T1 Heel Rests, mounting screws and a Spark Pocket Tool. Spark Flat or Canted Pucks are sold separately.
Will these work with my older Spark parts?
Partly. ST bindings work only with ST Whammy Bars, so a standard Whammy Bar from a 2021/22 or older T1 binding will not fit. ST bindings do run on older Tesla brackets with brass bushings, and older T1 bindings run on ST brackets.
How much does the NR Pro weigh?
638 g per binding in a Medium.

Our Verdict

The Spark R&D NR Pro Bindings combine the stiff Surge ST Pro baseplate, Arc ST Pro straps and a heel loop that rotates the highback 4 or 8 degrees either way, with padding underfoot and on the highback. At 638 g per binding in a Medium, they weigh a little more than the Surge ST Pro. Riders who want the lightest binding should look at the Arc ST Pro; riders who want to tune the highback to their stance should start here.