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There is much debate in the world of telemark skiing as to
the necessity of a releasable binding. If you plan on backcountry
skiing where there's avalanche danger, you're taking a risk
by not having a releasable binding. If your skis don't come
off your feet, there is a chance they can pull you down in
a slide. Some skiers also pick releasable bindings because
they feel it reduces the risk of knee injury.
The current options are the Voile CRB (Complete Release Binding) or 7tm bindings. We've listed brief descriptions, along
with pros and cons, for the Voile CRB and 7tm bindings.
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| Voile CRB |
Voile CRB (Complete Releasable
Binding)-The CRB has been on the market for quite a few
years, and is available in several different versions: the Hardwire CRB, Hardwire Women's CRB, or Hardwire 3-Pin CRB which all come with a riser that's integrated with brakes and other necessary hardware. This riser makes mounting a 2 stage process, which is a huge improvement over earlier versions of the CRB bindings. Fine-tuning the release setting takes a bit of time, but this is easier as well with current versions of the CRB.
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Pros
Relatively inexpensive
Easy to replace parts
Brakes included
Shim/Base Plate integrated w/ hardware for easier mounting
Industry Standard 4-hole mounting pattern
Only releasable binding that releases upward
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| Cons
Can be tricky to attain reliable releaseCan be tricky to mount.
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| 7tm |
7TM - The 7tm has become
a very popular alternative to heavy release plates of years past (Rottefella TRP). This binding
has a very reliable and easily adjustable release setting.
The toeplate is attached to a tensioned strap which runs under
the heel of the boot - both of which release laterally from
the barrel housing. The 7TM has only been around for several
years, but has become the releasable binding of choice for
most skiers.
There are two releasable models available from 7tm, the Power and the Power Tour. The Power Tour is an active flexing binding which makes an excellent choice for aggressive resort skiers. The Power Tour combines the best of both worlds with a free-pivoting touring mode and an active flexing downhill mode.
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Pros
Reliable
Approved by German TUV according to DIN/ISO 9462 standard
Built in shim, and easy to add an extra 10mm with a second
shim
Can be mounted to four hole pattern (K2 skis) with separate
shim
Can use ski brakes instead of straps.
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Cons
Must be mounted by a ski tech
Too active a feel for less experienced or lighter weight skiers
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If you want to learn more about tele bindings in general,
click over to out How
to Select the Right Telemark Binding page. Also, for
a personal binding recommendation from our staff, visit
our Gear
Finder™ page.
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