Dependable, solid, versitile
By Ed
from Bellingham on 4/25/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Quality Construction
Best Uses:
Inbounds or backcountry
Describe Yourself:
Advanced Skier
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I have several AT bindings, some of them older Fritschis. This one is a great performer. I considered lighter bindings, but I love the dependability of the Fritschis. It is worth the extra weight for the step in conveniance.
By Summa from Logan, UT on 4/3/2008
Sizing:
Feels true to size
Width:
Feels true to width
Pros:
Comfortable, Easy Entry & Exit, Highly Adjustable, Lightweight, Quality Construction
Describe Yourself:
Intermediate Skier
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Very reliable. The higher the riser the better!
just 2 weeks... so far so good
By mariusz from sun valley, id on 4/11/2007
Describe Yourself:
Advanced
Pros:
Lightweight, Packs Well, Stylish
Best Uses:
Icy Conditions, Powder, Speed
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
just 2 weeks... so far so good
By skitheo from Loveland, CO on 3/14/2007
Describe Yourself:
Advanced
Pros:
Easy to use, Lightweight, Rugged
Best Uses:
Icy Conditions, Powder, Speed, Tricks
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
These are the toughest AT bindings on the market. (Marker's are not available yet, so don't have comparison) Very solid construction, but light compared to regular Alpine bindings. I've taken these over the triple jumps at Area 51 in Keystone and skied bumps in bounds. They were good in the powder and the windblown crust on Flat Top in RMNP.
They'd be perfect if they were lighter, but then they'd cost 2-10x.
By 240lb.Jackd from New England on 2/1/2007
Cons:
Flimsy, Releases to touring mode
Best Uses:
Gentle rolling terrain, Recreational
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
I have the older version Freeride and I have been sent hurdling down very dangerous slopes when the binding released into touring mode.When the ski is flexed the piece that holds it in alpine mode pushes past the clip that holds it in place. Black Diamond denies the problem is a design flaw saying the binding is not made for more extreme terrain. Be careful if you are a larger skier and you ski aggressive.
Eastern Mountain Sports Response:Your complete satisfaction with your EMS purchase is our first priority. If you are dissatisfied for any reason, we will exchange or repair the item in question or offer a cash refund with a valid receipt. Please call 888.463.6367 if we can help.
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