Last tested
2024
Status:ongoing
2025

Revolution Brake World Cup

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A leading race binding with easy-to-use brake so you don't lose even a second in transition
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Comfort / Dynafit inserts
Step-in
Release with pole
Release with gloves
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Product info
Category average
Release test / Dynafit inserts
FRONT R + L average
Poor
Heel cap
Poor
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Release test / Other inserts
FRONT R + L average
Poor
Heel cap
Poor
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Comfort / Other inserts
Step-in
Release with pole
Release with gloves
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In words

Intro
This has been a reference model in the world of elite skimo racing since brake use became compulsory, though it required a rethink to make the brake functional and not just a mere add-on. With just a single action, the heel riser also controls opening and closing of the brake by actioning a sliding steel cable. Every aspect has been engineered with maniacal attention to reduce the grams, right down to machining the titanium screws from solid alloy chunks. The toe jaws have no springs, making them super strong and rigid, and these pivot by sliding on a central cam which is well-housed in the base unit.
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Fit
Every action is swift and simple and all the mechs are reliable, to let you shave those precious seconds off your time that can make all the difference. We like the lever design, which doubles as a boot toe guide when the pins are open: yet another solution that adds function without weight. Stepping in and locking the toe can be performed virtually without thinking. Heel entry is easy over the titanium U-spring as the ends are wrapped by two metal bushings that protect it from wear. The brake spring force is remarkable considering its small size and shape. To lock and unlock it via the heel riser does require a minimum of effort. In touring mode, you can select three toe-lock hardness levels.
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Technical specifications

Materials
Alu 7075, titanium, POM
Type
full pin
Ski brake
yes (70 mm)
Number of mounting screws
8
Crampon slot
No
Optional crampon slot
Yes
Adjustable release range
No
Available versions
Revolution World Cup, Revolution Lightweight World Cup
Walking modes
1
Released in
2022
Price
649 €
Declared specsMeasured by us
N/A
Drop
XXXXX
122 gr
Individual weight
XXXXX
N/A
Toe cap weight
XXXXX
N/A
Heel cap weight
XXXXX
N/A
Mounting screws weight
XXXXX
N/A
Front pin height
XXXXX
N/A
Rear pin height
XXXXX
N/A
Minimum release range
XXXXX
N/A
Maximum release range
XXXXX
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