Light bindings
When the ski stopper becomes standard.
- Author: Claudio Primavesi
- Photographer: Nicola Damonte
Light, streamlined, yet also safe. The evolution in the Light segment is heading in this direction.
The archetype of the Light concept is the ATK Haute Route (now available in a Plus version). They’re lightweight, but above all no frills, and feature ski brakes as standard. Step in, step out, flip the heel riser when needed, skin back up (again and again...), and push your Light planks to the max. All operations are swift and super intuitive to execute. However, the range is bigger than ever and includes ski brakes as standard, sometimes with one-touch features à la skimo racing. Select a full-optional model, opt for a crossover version with features for other usage cases, or pick a super-essential model. Sometimes though, too much choice can be confusing…
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Materials are evolving, which is increasing the opportunities for pushing the boundaries of mountaineering splitboarding. It’s no longer just about easy tours, a few jumps and a beer. Thanks to innovative new setups and growing knowledge within the community, long ascents and steep terrain no longer intimidate.
Weighing from less than 100 grams to nearly a kilo, the common denominator are the pins into which you stick your boots and that enable you to climb. From the revolution of the pin binding to the latest hybrids for freeriding, here are all the best bindings the skimo market has to offer.
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