Testing and evaluating classic tech ski touring bindings such as Dynafit and G3 ION to check release function and performance on the workbench.
"tech binding release"
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Advances in tech bindings have led many of us to trust them with blind faith, but binding pre-release can still happen. Here, Lou’s 10 tips to prevent it.
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WildSnow Technical — Dynafit and Tech Binding Heel Gap Spacing and Safety Release
by Lou Dawsonby Lou DawsonDynfit tech binding heel gap, shim, gauge 5.5 mm, 6 mm, 4 mm, what’s the setting for backcountry skiing and touring, and what about ski flex cambering?
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Fritschi Diamir Zenith 12 ski touring and backcountry skiing binding is strong and solid for mountaineering, this review covers first look.
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Review of the superlight Dynafit Low Tech Race binding and commentary on how skimo gear performs in the backcountry.
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Skialper magazine 2021 binding testing intro, interesting treatment of Fritschi, ATK, Dynafit, others.
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Review of the Black Diamond Helio 145 binding, a simple, lightweight binding for ski mountaineering and randonee racing.
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Review of the the Meidjo 3.0 telemark binding, marking an evolution in technical backcountry telemark touring equipment.
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Tele Tech First Look — Voile Ultra Vector BC, 22 Designs Lynx, Scarpa TX Pro
by Aaron Mattixby Aaron MattixOverview of telemark tech setup designed to maximize efficiency and featuring Voile Ultra Vector BC skis, 22 Design Lynx binding and Scarpa TX Pro boots.
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Part 2 of DIY tech binding inspection, covering common issues and easy fixes for ski touring tech bindings.
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Tips for early season tech binding checks, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
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Guide to buying used skis, bindings, boots and skins. How to check wear and tear. How to choose best setup for you.
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Meta survey of our favorite and best ski touring bindings, from freeride to race.
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Technical review, latest Backland MTN ski touring binding 2019-2020 is beefed, and modified.
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The Dynafit Superlite 150 binding drops weight from its Superlite 2.0 predecessor and adds burliness. Review and dissection.
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Review of the Black Diamond Helio 200, a lightweight and extremely well made binding we’ll sport on any mission, any size ski, and any type of terrain.
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Review and dissection of the Plum Oazo 8, a simple, elegant piece of ski mountaineering machinery.
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Review of the Phantom Link Lever with the Atomic Backland Pro boot, game changing evolution in hardboot tech splitboarding.
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Review of improved G3 Zed ski touring tech binding for 2019-2020, stronger and the same quality feel for skimo mountaineering.
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Fritschi Xenic 10 ski touring binding, technical review and unboxing, a light and affordable binding for mountaineering or backcountry skiing.