Oct 14 2013
The saying goes, “Light is right, but weight is great.” Even Dynafit is acknowledging that with the introduction of their next generation tech binding, the Beast 16. At almost a kilogram per foot (actually only 966 grams or 34 oz.) it is a beast of a binding, especially for a company firmly rooted with …
Sep 03 2013
First impressions can be deceiving, but not in this case. When you first look at the tech binding from Plum you can’t help but recognize this is more than a two-pin tech binding, it’s a work of craftsmanship. Nowhere is this more evident than when taking in the look of the Yak, Plum’s widebody tech …
Nov 27 2012
One of the factors that remains a concern with all tech bindings is their ability to release reliably when needed, and not fold when you want them to hold. In that realm Onyx is a solid notch up from the standard tech binding offerings.
Aug 27 2012
Some things in the backcountry are immutable, like the motivation to reduce weight. One way or another, cutting weight usually involves some compromise in performance. That axiom remains true with La Sportiva’s RT binding, but less than you might expect. Even though it only weighs around ½ pound/foot it has some impressive features built …
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