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Stepping in and out of pin bindings

The Marker Alpinist touring binding can be easily switched from riding to walking mode and back again: for walking mode, the heel is twisted and the heel lifter positioned upright …

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Stepping into bindings in deep snow

With a few tricks, it’s really easy to step into the bindings after removing the skins: in soft snow, insert the tail of both skis into the snow so that …

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How to use heel lifters

Most ski touring bindings have heel lifters. The exceptions to this are ultra-light race bindings and old-fashioned bindings from the days of the ski touring pioneers. Heel lifters are a …

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Ski touring binding vs. alpine binding

The biggest difference to the regular alpine ski binding is the additional hiking function of the alpine touring binding. It can be unlocked for the ascent and locked for the …

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Pin binding vs. frame binding – the differences

Frame bindings are considered a classic among ski touring bindings. They are similar to alpine bindings and have the usual toe and heel parts, which you step in as usual. …

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Uphill-oriented ski tour bindings – reduced weight/easier on the ascent

„Uphill-oriented” stands for low weight and easier walking – and thus for more comfort and reduced energy consumption. In order to be as light as possible, these touring bindings consist …

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Pin bindings – pay attention to this

Pin bindings pay attention to this Most pin bindings have a lever on the toe piece to switch between walking and riding mode. This is important, because in walking mode …

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