Summary - The TLT Comfort is really just
the TLT binding with a "Tri-Step" heel. This heel adds convenience,
adjustability, and a little bit of weight to the incredibly
popular TLT.
The simple, proven design of the TLT has been around for 12
years and has changed very little during that time. The Comfort
adds easy adjustability of the climbing post with a ski pole,
and accommodates up to 3 boot sizes. Like the TLT, the Comfort
tours well and has a very reliable release, with a maximum
DIN setting of 10. Climbing and touring is tons easier with
less weight on you feet, and energy saved can be used on the
way back down.
These bindings don't have the step-in / step-out convenience
of heavier Alpine Touring bindings, and they can't take quite
as much abuse either. Also, in situations of very extreme
ski flex the binding can pre-release. That said, these are
the bindings many skiers choose for big mountain, extreme
descents (the toe piece can be "locked" if you are in a situation
where you absolutely cannot lose a ski). If you get the TLT
Comfort, you'll need a Dynafit compatible AT boot and can
currently choose from models by Dynafit, Scarpa, and Garmont.
It may look a little different than an alpine binding and
can take a little getting used to, but this light weight binding
rocks! |
The sensationally lightweight new development by Dynafit with
unique functions and exciting design. Weighing in at 1 lb.
10 oz. a pair, the New TLT Comfort is almost 3 pounds lighter
than most of the competition. There is little wonder why the
TLT Comfort will be the envy of its peers. The TLT Comfort
offers the time-tested and proven toe design of the Tourlite
Tech binding combined with the user-friendly hands free heel
system. You'll experience comfort in your head knowing you
have the lightest, most durable A.T. bindings on earth on
your feet and comfort in your back and legs while never bending
over to switch between climbing, touring and ski modes. What's
that?
You can't switch from downhill mode to tour mode without taking
the skis off in Dynafit Bindings? Nonsense. That myth is just
not true. Simply pull your toe back to locked mode after your
ski run, then twist the heel piece into tour mode while lifting
your boot heel. There you go, you're touring again. That is
if you can put your skins on without taking your skis off...
which we suggest you try without anyone watching or warn your
partners to take a step back if you're trying this for the
first time.
-Proven TLT style Toe-Piece with higher base plate rise
-3 position climbing post, designed for ski pole adjustment
-Solid Locking Tour Mode and Fully DIN releasable Ski Mode
-Toe hinge-point design creates a natural touring position
that lifts the ski tip up quickly, creating the ultimate backcountry
touring system for trail breaking and leg muscle saving efficiency.
-Available with integrated ski brake or without (comes with
ski straps).
-DIN heel adjustment system for forward and twisting falls
(5-10 setting). -Base plate accommodates Dynafit crampons
-Heel piece adjusts to fit 3 different shell sizes (6 if you
count half sizes)
-Boot is held 1 inch above the ski top in ski mode
- no need for a riser plate |
Backcountry magazine: ".Most prefer the easier-to-operate
lever of the TLT along with its audible click that announces
you are now locked in at the toe. The heel piece is the
same as the Tri-Steps, and differs from the TLT with the
addition of a tube-shaped climbing post that allows a ski
pole to easily rotate the heel. While the mounted TLT fits
one boot size only, the Comfort adjusts for a range of six
half-sizes. For all but randonnee racers and lightweight
zealots, the added convenience of the Comfort more than
balances the 4oz weight gain over the TLT."
Couloir: ".This is the binding that revolutionized randonnee
skiing by beating telemark gear at its own game. The grabber
that wins races; descends peaks from Antartica to Alaska;
allows smaller skiers to shed the ankle tweaking sandbags
from their feet; lets the fittest skiers in the world slam
vertical that rivals days of helicopter skiing. The downside?
TLT bindings require boots with special fittings (Scarpa,
Garmont, Dynafit and others), and you can't slip in and
out as you do with step-in rigs such as the Fritschi models.
Nonetheless, skiers worldwide have voted with their feet,
and Dynafit. is a clear winner."
Powder Magazine: "...the Comfort, a user-friendly
binding built around the elegantly simple TLT concept. Strong
and reliable, they have proven versatility on big mountains
and extreme descents. New for 2005 is a 12 DIN max setting."
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