We can say that about few to no other backcountry products. Aside from minor points, the Duke PT skis as well as basic to above average resort bindings. However, we can definitely assert that the Marker Duke PT is the best skiing binding that can also tour. As it pertains to inherently compromised backcountry ski bindings, we can seldom make absolute claims. Nonetheless, if you insist on having high-energy downhill performance and DIN certification, check out the Marker KingPin, Fritschi Tecton, Dynafit Rotation ST, Marker Duke PT, or Salomon Shift.Ĭhoose this binding for optimized downhill performance, but do so with caution. The backcountry is a high consequence environment regardless of the certification your bindings have. We feel that if you conclude, you need certified release to ski as hard as you want, you are likely skiing harder in the backcountry than maybe you should be. The Atomic Backland bindings release but are not certified in that release by a third party. To attain that certification, the bindings need to be at least double the weight. Nor does the Marker Alpinist or most other suitable options. So-called "DIN" certification is something that alpine skiers are conditioned to look for. Next, there is no certification of the release values. If anything, the simple construction is its greatest performance and durability attribute.
Especially when compared to much heavier touring bindings, these award winners are actually more durable and reliable. Fear not, as we have tested them thoroughly and have had no major performance or durability issues. First, these AT bindings are relatively minimal in appearance. Now, this choice may be a little intimidating. It was easy to grant this our highest award, and it is easy to recommend these bindings to you. Only the co award-winning Marker Alpinist betters the weight of the Atomic.
The Atomic Backland Tour (and identical but co-branded, Salomon Mtn) is nearly the lightest binding we have ever tested with all four of these key attributes. We consider a full-function AT binding to have adjustable release, adjustable boot sole length, three touring heel levels, and optional brakes. Highest heel lifter is a little lower than others We are confident that you will dig the Marker Alpinist bindings for all your backcountry skiing. Others offer at least a couple more downhill skiing attributes and benefits but are way, way heavier. Others are lighter but far less featured. Is that really a compromise you are willing to make? Human-powered skiing is our focus, and the Marker Alpinist does all you need to do in that environment. If you wish to ride the same equipment in bounds and out, first check yourself. For resort use, the Alpinist is indeed "ultralight", with all the caveats that label implies. The Alpinist is capable of virtually all your human-powered skiing needs. These AT bindings are marketed as "ultralight" ski bindings, implying a specialized niche. We'll keep hammering on them but are confident they will hold up.
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We now have a couple of full seasons on them and only reinforce our findings with ongoing testing. You wouldn't be wrong to flip a coin in your choice for an all-around AT binding for human-powered backcountry skiing, as the Atomic and Marker award winners are both that good and that close in scoring. Both hit the sweet spot for weight to performance ratio and offer all the basic features we look for in a touring binding. The Salomon MTN and Atomic Backland are identical in design, function and construction.) The Marker Alpinist is newer than the Atomic/Salomon, lighter, and offers a slightly improved downhill skiing function. (Incidentally, these two have to share the same award with the otherwise untested Salomon MTN binding. The Marker Alpinist shares this award, in this category, with the excellent Atomic Backland Tour. Simple, unique, lightweight bindings for all around human-powered backcountry skiing, this lightweight model stands out for certain innovations Superlight bindings for light to medium duty backcountry skiing choose these for simplicity and their all-metal construction These are excellent all around functioning bindings made for human powered skiingĪ solid, simple contender with significantly more features than bindings just a little lighter This minimalist binding has exactly what most of you should want, and nothing you don’t need No brake option, narrow heel elevation range Limited release functionality, no brakes, only one heel elevation Unsophisticated heel lifters, untested aftermarket brakeĬrampon mount and brakes not included, heavier than closest competition No certification, limited release adjustment Light, simple, advanced features for the weight Light, solid, adjustable, three heel lifts, good brakes
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