Adequate for the job

By Idaho Skier Ranked #977 - Alpine Touring Bindings January 8, 2008

These bindings are great for going down but the freeride definitely wins on the uphill.The Duke's heel lift has two settings. Both settings are short and the biggest one is at least 2 inches shorter than the freerides heel lift. The short heel lift makes it hard to hike on steep AT trails because you have to lift your heel that much more each time thus making you tired from keeping up with all the Fritschi riders. Also you have to take your skis off to lock the bindings down which means more time and more energy. Bottom Line-The Dukes are for the skier who hikes once a month. If your not that guy/girl get the freerides!

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