Bindings

A ski touring binding is a special binding for ski touring that switches between uphill and downhill modes. For the ascent, the heel is released so that a natural walking movement is possible. For the descent, the heel is fixed to ensure optimal power transmission to the ski. The ski touring binding thus combines comfort on the ascent with stability and control on the descent.

Pin bindings are particularly suitable for ski tours, as these fix the shoe at the tip and release the heel during the ascent. At DYNAFIT, you can find different types of bindings: RACE – extremely light for ski touring races; SPEED – performance-oriented for fast ascents in alpine terrain; TOUR – comfortable all-round binding for efficient ascents and stable descents; FREE – descent-oriented with robust construction, reactivity, and optimal power transmission. You can find a detailed overview of which binding is right for you in our blog article “DYNAFIT ski touring bindings: What binding type are you?”.

When buying a ski touring binding, it’s very important to know what you need on the mountain. Depending on where you’re using it – for racing, high alpine terrain, classic ski tours, or freeride descents – there are different binding models with specific features. The right binding width is also key to ensuring stability and safety. Fitting and adjustment should always be carried out by experts, and that’s what our Competence Centers or other qualified retailers are for.

The width of the touring binding is measured by the distance between the stoppers on the sides of the binding. It should be at least the width of the ski or a few millimeters more to ensure a secure hold. The exact binding width depends on your ski. In our size chart, you’ll find recommendations on which width fits which ski width, so your touring binding sits perfectly and gives you maximum stability on the ascent and descent.

Fitting and adjusting a ski touring binding is extremely important for safety and performance on ski tours. It should only ever be carried out by professionals. For a proper setup and exact adjustment, visit one of our DYNAFIT Competence Centers.

Getting the ski touring bindings set right is extremely important to ensure they release correctly when needed and keep you safe on your ski tour. As the setup can vary by brand, you should visit a specialist retailer. The perfect setup depends on your weight, your ski boot size, and your skill level.