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Marker Duke 16 Ski Binding
I've seen some comments about AT-soled boots not releasing...
By Jason Mitchell
Ranked #24 - Alpine Touring Bindings
October 29, 2009
I've seen some comments about AT-soled boots not releasing well with these binders. Apparently the toe height squishes the soft rubber outsoles causing too much friction and hence, unreliable toe release pattern. Anyone care to elaborate on this?
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By Campo
Ranked #108 - Alpine Touring Bindings
November 3, 2009
Well, whoever told you this didn't set the binders up correctly. These binders have an adjustable toe height which should be set by a qualified tech who is familiar with AT BINDERS, not alpine binders. If you do not set toe height correctly, then it is possible to have issues with releasing. 90% of the time, this is due to some jackass who claims he knows how to set these binders up then does it the wrong way. I have three pairs of Dukes and have not had an issue with them yet. If you have a rockered sole on your boots (like some AT models such as the Spirit 4) then you need to be even more careful setting them up. All in all, they will work fine with ANY AT boot as long as you dont have a chimp setting them up.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Plastic, stainless steel, aluminum
- DIN Rated:
- Yes, 6 to 16
- Boot Compatibility:
- AT and alpine
- Brakes Included:
- Yes
- Brake Width:
- 110mm
- Heel Elevators:
- Yes, 6- and 12-degree positions
- Weight:
- [1 binding] 2lb 15oz (1334g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry skiing when downhill performance is paramount
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
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