Last tested
2023
Status:ongoing
2024

Tecton 13

Hybrid toe piece, step-in heel piece and adjustable release settings in both: for freeriding and classic touring
  • In words
  • Technical specifications

In words

Intro
Pin in front, step-in at the back. The toe piece comes with adjustable release settings from 5 to 13 that also work in ascent in case of avalanche or a fall; the wings have a hinge that pops them open at the right time. After release, they have to be put back manually. The heel piece goes from walk to ski mode by operating the lever, which, like the TR1, makes it a good option for transitioning between the two, like when sidestepping up a technical slope, or when you want to ski briefly without taking off your skins. The stand height is high, but the ramp angle close to zero.
Subscribe to unlock all the Buyer’s Guide reviews Subscribe
Already subscribed?
Log in

Technical specifications

Materials
hi-tech plastics, aluminum, steel
Type
Hybrid pin
Ski brake
yes (90, 100, 110, 120 mm)
Number of mounting screws
8
Crampon slot
Yes
Adjustable release range
Yes
Walking modes
flat + 2
Individual weight
550 gr
Drop
1 mm
Toe cap weight
282 gr
Heel cap weight
380 gr
Front pin height
41.4 mm
Minimum release range
5 DIN
Maximum release range
13 DIN
Released in
2017
Price
669 €
Top stories
Tour
Spoiler
Head Crux 93

A blend of lightness, safety, and versatility.

Tour
Spoiler
Salomon MTN 96 Carbon

The redesign of the MTN line: more sustainable, more efficient.

Tour
Spoiler
Zag Ubac 95 and 102

The complete restyling of the ski touring line of the Chamonix-based brand.

Tutorial
Maintenance and waterproofing of climbing skins

The Skialper tutorials

Tutorial
Homemade Hot Waxing

The Skialper tutorials

Tutorial
Emergency Repairs on Ski Bases

The Skialper tutorials

Tutorial
Maintenance and complete check-up of ski mountaineering bindings

The Skialper tutorials

2025
Thoughts
At the heart of every ski

Editorial

2025
Intro
Test center

Where the snow is always present

2025
Intro
Skimo skins

It's not all about grip

Pair it with
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Atomic
Hawx Ultra XTD 130 Boa GW
Buckles: 3
Weight: 1.831 g
preview 2024
Boots
Free
Atomic
Hawx Ultra XTD 120 GW
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.826 g
tested 2024
Boots
Free
Made for women
K2
Mindbender 115 W Boa
Buckles: 2
Weight: 1.720 g
preview 2025
Boots
Free
Made for women
Roxa
R3 115 W TI I.R.
Buckles: 3
Weight: 1.400 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Dynafit
Tigard 130
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.550 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Tecnica
Cochise 130 DYN GW
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.899 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Made for women
Atomic
Hawx Ultra XTD 115 Boa W GW
Buckles: 3
Weight: 1.620 g
PRO'S CHOICE FREE
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Scarpa
4-Quattro Pro
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.555 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Dalbello
Cabrio LV Free 130 Lite
Buckles: 3
Weight: 1.780 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Atomic
Hawx Magna XTD 130 GW
Buckles: 4
Weight: 2.060 g
SMART CHOICE FREE
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Atomic
Hawx Prime XTD 130 Boa GW
Buckles: 2
Weight: 2.017 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Scott
Hint 130 GW
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.790 g
preview 2025
Boots
Free
Salomon
Shift Alpha Boa 130
Buckles: 3
Weight: 1.750 g
PEOPLE'S CHOICE FREE
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Salomon
Shift Pro 130 AT GW
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.693 g
BOOT OF THE YEAR FREE
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Lange
XT3 Free 140 Pro Model LV GW
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.915 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
K2
Mindbender 140 Boa
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.816 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
K2
Diverge SC
Buckles: 3
Weight: 2.115 g
tested 2025
Boots
Free
Made for women
K2
Mindbender 125 Boa W
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.722 g
preview 2024
Boots
Free
Salomon
Shift Pro 130 AT
Buckles: 4
Weight: 1.690 g
tested 2024
Boots
Free
Dalbello
Cabrio Free LV Lite 130
Buckles: 3
Weight: 1.790 g
Recommended setup
tested 2025
Skis
Free
K2
Mindbender 106C
Width Center: 106 mm
Weight: 2.089 g
tested 2024
Skis
Free
K2
Mindbender 106C
Width Center: 106 mm
Weight: 2.089 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Ogso
Grizzly
Width Center: 106 mm
Weight: 2.100 g
tested 2024
Skis
Free
Kästle
ZX 108
Width Center: 108 mm
Weight: 2.160 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Kästle
Paragon 107
Width Center: 107 mm
Weight: 2.053 g
preview 2025
Skis
Free
Made for women
Majesty
Vadera Carbon
Width Center: 110 mm
Weight: 1.700 g
preview 2024
Skis
Free
Made for women
Blizzard
Sheeva 10
Width Center: 102 mm
Weight: 1.850 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Made for women
Salomon
QST Lumen 98
Width Center: 98 mm
Weight: 1.740 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Faction
Agent 3
Width Center: 106 mm
Weight: 1.750 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Black Crows
Draco Freebird
Width Center: 110 mm
Weight: 2.050 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Armada
Locator 104
Width Center: 104 mm
Weight: 1.425 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Salomon
QST Echo 106
Width Center: 106 mm
Weight: 1.760 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Dynafit
Tigard 114
Width Center: 113 mm
Weight: 1.870 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Scott
Pure Pro 109Ti
Width Center: 109 mm
Weight: 2.000 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Nordica
Enforcer 104
Width Center: 104 mm
Weight: 2.200 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Movement
Sequence 104
Width Center: 104 mm
Weight: 1.990 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
WNDR Alpine
Intention 108
Width Center: 108 mm
Weight: 1.900 g
PRO'S CHOICE FREE
tested 2025
Skis
Free
K2
Reckoner 110
Width Center: 110 mm
Weight: 1.860 g
tested 2025
Skis
Free
Völkl
Mantra 108
Width Center: 108 mm
Weight: 2.230 g
preview 2025
Skis
Free
Made for women
Atomic
Backland 108 W
Width Center: 108.5 mm
Weight: 1.460 g
Similar products
tested 2025
Bindings
Free
Marker
Kingpin 13
Type: Hybrid pin
Weight: 715 g
tested 2025
Bindings
Free
Plum
Karibou 14 Stopper
Type: full pin
Weight: 565 g
tested 2025
Bindings
Free
ATK Bindings
Freeraider 14 SL
Type: full pin
Weight: 355 g
tested 2025
Bindings
Free
Ski Trab
TR1
Type: Hybrid pin
Weight: 685 g
BINDING OF THE YEAR FREE
tested 2025
Bindings
Free
Salomon
S/Lab Shift2 13 MN
Type: full pin,full step-in
Weight: 920 g
tested 2025
Bindings
Free
ATK Bindings
Raider 13 Evo
Type: full pin
Weight: 370 g
tested 2025
Bindings
Tour
Free
ATK Bindings
Raider 12 SL
Type: full pin
Weight: 330 g
preview 2025
Bindings
Free
Cast
Freetour Pivot 15
Type: Hybrid pin,full step-in
Weight: 1.340 g
BINDING OF THE YEAR FREE
tested 2025
Bindings
Free
ATK Bindings
Freeraider 15 Evo
Type: full pin
Weight: 395 g
preview 2025
Bindings
Free
Marker
Duke PT 16
Type: Hybrid pin,full step-in
Weight: 1.350 g
tested 2024
Bindings
Free
Atomic
Shift 13 MN
Type: full step-in,Hybrid pin
Weight: 880 g
tested 2024
Bindings
Free
Plum
Karibou 12 Stopper
Type: full pin
Weight: 565 g
tested 2024
Bindings
Tour
Free
ATK Bindings
Raider 12 AP
Type: full pin
Weight: 345 g