Freeskier Takumi Toyama has a YouTube channel called "FREESKIHEADZ" where he explains gear, tricks, and more. This time, we'll be introducing a video he has posted about how to choose freeski bindings with hiking capabilities
What are the different types and features of touring bindings, which are used for walking and climbing a certain distance up the mountain? What kind of bindings should you choose if you're looking to get into backcountry skiing? We'll explain together with Miura from MDV Sports Japan.
We've picked out six items from the lineup of Maker, the company behind mega-hit bindings like the "DUKE PT" and "KING PIN." The video clearly explains the differences in functionality and usage of touring bindings with hiking features, as well as what boots and skis are compatible with them and what types of skiing styles they are suited to. It's fascinating to watch the 18-minute video all at once.
❖ Contents
00:45 Choosing bindings starts with choosing skis
04:13 ALPINIST
04:36 KINGPIN
08:05 Difference between TOUR and BARON
09:03 Various combinations of bindings and skis
10:24 DUKE PT
15:05 Points to consider when choosing bindings
FREESKIHEADZ YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1WXi8LPu_v5IPRzZRonhSQ
Takumi Toyama / Kin-chan
After competing around the world as a member of the Japanese slopestyle team, he retired and is now active nationwide as a lesson coach. He is affectionately known as "Kin-chan." He is a Volkl, Marker, and Dalbello rider
