"tech binding release"

Testing and evaluating classic tech ski touring bindings such as Dynafit and G3 ION to check release function and performance on the workbench.

Advances in tech bindings have led many of us to trust them with blind faith, but binding pre-release can still happen. Here, Lou’s 10 tips to prevent it.

Dynfit tech binding heel gap, shim, gauge 5.5 mm, 6 mm, 4 mm, what’s the setting for backcountry skiing and touring, and what about ski flex cambering?

Fritschi Diamir Zenith 12 ski touring and backcountry skiing binding is strong and solid for mountaineering, this review covers first look.

The Kreuzspitze GT 2.0 binding comes in a weight-wise package (sub 200g for the basic unit) and adjustable release values. Click in and go.

Salomon adds to their line of tech bindings with the MTN Summit series. We’ve had the MTN Summit 12 BR for roughly 24 hours; here’s a first look.

Sans adjustment plate sub 200g- check. This small unit has an adjustable vertical and lateral release, clean lines and a solid build. Another sweet binding option from Italy? Check. The high-functioning and minimalist Kreuzspitze GT 2.0 looks to be a…

Proof of concept is laid bare in the mountains. Slovakia’s Grizzly ski bindings has made inroads with the skimo set and have their eyes set on bringing a rethink to how a tech binding should look and operate. We’re checking…

Sometimes it makes sense to go light, and even lighter with a ski binding. And this too can apply when pushing the width of the ski beyond the 95mm underfoot realm. Light, under some circumstances, can still be right.

Moment is located in Reno, Nevada, at the foothills of the Sierra on Bible Way. Which, when you consider the biblical devotion of some Moment evangelists, is an apt street for the ski maker. We’ll genuflect towards a specific ski-binding pairing in this review, the Wildcat Tour 108 and the Voyager X II binding.

If not the golden age of ski touring bindings, then it’s somewhere close to it. Consumers have many choices and numerous feature sets to consider when opting for a backcountry ski binding. We offer up four options in this ski touring binding gear guide that covers the full-spectrum from lightweight jewel to freeriding burly.

Welcome to the world of tech bindings. The emerging backcountry skier should be informed; it makes the conversation between you and the salesperson two-way rather than one-way. And, you’ll know what questions to ask to secure a product suited for you.

The DIY ATK tech binding mount process can be done. Take a breath, read up, and practice several times on a 2″ X 4″. Here’s a many-steps process to help guide you along. Ok, easy peasy, mount those bindings.

From Ski Trab we dive headfirst into a primo lightweight setup with the Magico.2 ski and Titan Vario.2 binding. Solid engineering and deep mission worthy.

Technical take on the ATK FR-14 Freeraider ski touring binding, considering ISO 13992, ski brakes, and stomp blocks.

Ski Trab is the real deal for ski and bindings combos for use deep in the mountains. We have an initial look at the Magico.2 ski, Titan Vario.2 bindings, and precut skins.

Review of the superlight Dynafit Low Tech Race binding and commentary on how skimo gear performs in the backcountry.

Skialper magazine 2021 binding testing intro, interesting treatment of Fritschi, ATK, Dynafit, others.

Review of the the Meidjo 3.0 telemark binding, marking an evolution in technical backcountry telemark touring equipment.