An excellent crossover binding

By mtmark Ranked #122 - Alpine Touring Bindings March 1, 2005

I use both the Fritschi Freeride and the Dynafit TLT comfort bindings (see Dynafit review for more info on them).

I like the Freerides for their crossover ability. I feel confident skiing them in the area down chutes and in steep trees.

Their hiking ability for shorter hikes (1 to 2 hours approach) is acceptable and their heel adjustment is quite nice.
I would give high marks for their ease of use. If you have skied traditional bindings, you will have no problem.

However, if you have a longer approach to reach your skiing these may not be your best bet. On flats the stride is not natural and the thud, thud, thud of the stride is not peaceful. I have had knee joint pain when I use these for longer hauls. I would not recommend these for longer backcountry trips.

View Details: Black Diamond Fritschi Diamir Freeride Plus Binding

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