The U-sole allows for a better transmission of the upper cuff strength on the ski surface which results in improving the control of the ski simultaneously with power and precision. Flattening the sole of your hardshell also enhances all the advantages brought by the Direct Contact system: more connection equals more responsiveness and more feeling. With this new U-SOLE hardshell binding setup, Reflex improved the comfort of the hardshell with a damping rubber cushion added to the hardshell sole.