Lovin the Downhill

By Nick Stadie Ranked #36 - Alpine Touring Bindings January 5, 2010

There is a reason these are the market standard for tourers who like to ski hard - they simply work. And very well - the release, the lifters, and the walk/ski switch are all very well designed. These will give you the confidence you need to push big skis to the limit on those deep days in the backcountry. I recently also used them in the resort and found no real problems, but these are meant for day tours in places like Rogers Pass and Jackson Hole. If you skin around only once per season, buy some Dukes and you will be fine. If you ski in a resort a few times a season, but mostly earn your turns and still like to ski hard, these are definitely the ticket. If you are willing to sacrifice downhill durability for weight, get a Dynafit setup and never look back.

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