Third Generation Production Low Tech (Dynafit) circa 1995

Toe unit is similar to previous generation.

Toe unit is similar to previous generation.

Early Dynafit bindings were first known as “Low Tech” and virtually hand made by inventor Fritz Barthel and his helpers in the basement workshop of their multi-generation family home in Austria. This is the third production model. Biggest change from second generation was going to nearly fluorescent colors that conformed with early 1990s style.

Complete early Low Tech binding, third generation, circa 1995.

Complete early Low Tech binding, third generation, circa 1995.

Heel unit closeup.

Heel unit closeup.

Note the DIN indicator that was added in the form of a small tab that stuck out from the housing. In the next (4th) generation this would change to markings on the spring adjustment barrel.

Another view of the heel unit, showing the LOW TECH badge that was added beginning with this generation.

Another view of the heel unit, showing the LOW TECH badge that was added beginning with this generation.

For more details, please see our other Dynafit (Low Tech) binding displays, perhaps beginning your browsing with the first generation Low Tech model.

Weight: 10.5 oz, 298 gr (with screws) (18 grams lighter than previous model)

This binding was donated to the WildSnow.com collection by inventor Fritz Barthel. Thanks Fritz!

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3rd generation Low Tech thumbnail.

3rd generation Low Tech thumbnail.

Posted by Lou Dawson on November 8, 2015

         
 

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