"SKI SHOP VAIL" is famous as a ski pro shop that focuses on freeriding. The high-quality selection by the discerning staff with expertise and experience on snow has gained a lot of trust from many users. Among them, this season's manager Ikeda carefully selected the bindings that he would like to recommend the most.
(1) Innovative binding that achieves both gliding performance and safety at a high level
SALOMON｜S/LAB SHIFT MNC 13
DIN=6-13
Weight=885g
"SHIFT" common to SALOMON/ARMADA/ATOMIC. The advantage is that the toe piece transforms and can be used in walk mode when hiking up. It's a big difference that you can climb with the bindings on while still having the same gliding performance where you'd have to carry a board or use some other tool. If it's a pin type, is it a big job when you slide? But when you slip, you don't have to worry because it feels like a normal separate binding.
A binding that perfectly balances sliding and walking. When walking, it is as comfortable as other tech bindings, and when gliding, it uses the same system as Alpine bindings to hold the boot, so it has high gliding performance and safety. There is no release value for normal tech binding toe pieces, but SHIFT has a release value, so skiers who use it on the slopes can use it with confidence. It is easy to operate and easy to use.
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② Perfect for those who are worried about the perfect pin but want to lighten it as much as possible
MARKER｜KINGPIN 13 reviews
DIN= 6-13
Weight=670g
KINGPIN is still popular. The reason why many people choose bindings for tours is that they want something light. That's what KINGPIN is good at. The shape of the toe piece has changed compared to the previous type, so it is much lighter, 60g lighter per side than the old model. Since the number of springs has changed from two to one, some people are a little uneasy and worried, but instead, each spring has become stronger, so there is no need to worry about that. Also, the rubber part on the bottom is less clogged with snow, so that is an evolutionary point.
Perfect for those who want to use the pin type, but are unsure of the complete pin type. The pins only support the boot at its four corners, and the boot is floating. That's why if you twist when you slide and lose a little of your strength, it becomes an uneasiness factor. However, with KINGPIN, the front is a pin, but the back holds the edge firmly, so it is very easy to transmit power. I think it's very good for people who are worried about a perfect pin but want to lighten it even a little.
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③ Alpine binding with high safety and shock absorption
MARKER | GRIFFON 13 ID Reviews
DIN=4-13
Weight=1030g
Alpine bindings that are highly trusted by users who are looking for outstanding stability and a direct feel underfoot. The GRIFFON 13 ID is a continuation model, but the shape of the heel piece has changed significantly since last year. There is a little trick to how to put it on, and there were some people who couldn't put it on because the heel piece was hard, but now I can put the boots on with nearly 30% less force than before. .
There are four colors, black, white, teal x flow yellow, anthracite x black x red, so it's fun to choose according to the board.
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④ For those who want higher safety with the two-piece release function
FRITSCHI | TECTON12 evaluation and review
DIN=5-12
Weight=550g
Flitch was born from a brand called Diamir, which is famous for bindings for tours. It may not be familiar yet, but it sells well at our store. I changed the model this season. The shape of the toe piece has changed a lot and is much more solid than before. By adding carbon to the material, the strength is increased, but the weight is the same as the old model.
A feature of the flitch is that the toe piece has a release function. Other brands do not have a release function on the two-piece side of the front and back pin type, but only Fritsch's TECTON and Vipek EVO 12 do. The front is a pin and the back is a type that holds down, so it's side by side with the KINGPIN, but it's popular with people who want a light binding for tours and want to increase safety even a little.
* Blue is attached as an accessory part.
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summary
When choosing bindings at a shop, what you value is important. It's up to each person to decide what they want to enter BC for. Do you mainly climb or slide? If it slides, it will become a binding with good power transmission, so it will not be a pin. ``Emphasis on skiability to pursue the quality of skiing'', ``Enjoy climbing (hiking) for tours'', ``Lightness in consideration of physical strength'', ``Safety because you don't want to get hurt'', etc. I think you can make a good choice if you clarify whether or not. In addition to skis and bindings, matching with boots and total balance are also necessary points of view.
VAIL's ONLINE SHOP provides more detailed information, so please refer to that as well. Of course, if you come to our store in Kanda, our experienced staff will be happy to advise you, including matching skis and boots, so please come and visit us!
VAIL ONLINE SHOP
https://vail.white-cliff.net/
the person who taught me
Manager Makoto Ikeda
A 37 year old who has been working at SKI SHOP VAIL for 9 years. She focuses on installation and is familiar with the functions and compatibility of bindings. We can also serve customers in English and French, so please come and visit us even if you are not good at Japanese.
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SKI SHOP VAILSki shop
Pro shop VAIL in Kanda, Tokyo. In particular, the number of items related to free skiing and backcountry is No. 1 in Kanda! We have a wide variety of items from major brands to core brands, and the two floors are packed with popular and rare products from over 100 brands. There are many core fans with accurate advice from knowledgeable and experienced staff.
http://www.shop-vail.com/
[INFO]
Kimura Building 1F, 2-1 Kanda Ogawamachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Tel: 03-5577-6411
(Business) Weekdays 11:30-20:00
and holidays 10:30-20:00
[Brands handled]
Atomic, Salomon, Majesty, K2, Line, Rossignol, Armada, Volkl, Head, Faction, G3, Dinafit, DPS, Moment, FT, Dalbello, Oakley, Smith, Giro, Pock, Hestra, Sweet Protection・Norona ・FW ・Teton Bros ・Patagonia ・Peak Performance ・Many others
