Marker's Tech Binding the "Kingpin" is born after 60 Years
Marker is finally birthing it's own tech ski touring binding called the "Kingpin".
by
Backcountry Planet
Updated June 27, 2017
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First look at the all new 2014 tech binding from Marker called the "Kingpin".
Marker Kingpin Features
- Kingpin range of use: High Alpine Touring, Ski Touring, Free Touring
- First pintech binding with DIN ISO certification (DIN ISO 13992)
- Kingpin tech toe with sixpack power springs (6 spring high energy toe), extra wide screw pattern of 38mm, Adjustable easy step-in
- Kingpin heel with wide contact point, changable brake, walking in 0° position, climbing aid 7° and 13°, adjustable DIN / ISO -- 5.0 - 10.0, 6.0 - 13.0
- Lateral and Vertical Release
- Walk mode 0° position
- Climbing aides are easily adjustable with a ski pole
- Ski Crampons attach: 90mm, 105mm and 120mm
- Weight: (650 grams or 1.4 lbs w/out brake), (730 gram or 1.6 lbs w/ brake and screws)
- See Marker Kingpin at amazon.
More at the Marker Kingpin site.