Summary - The Fritschi Freeride is a burly,
downhill oriented AT binding that lives up to its name. A
maximum DIN of 12 and a sturdy, solid feel underfoot open
up endless possibilities for the backcountry freerider or
cross-over area skier.
The Fritschi Freeride is arguably the most durable AT binding
on the market. Downhill performance is almost equal to that
of a big alpine binding, and step-in/step-out convenience
helps it feel right at home on the ski area. Like the Naxo,
you won't want to take this binding into the terrain park
- but excluding that, it can be your one and only binding
that does it all. The Fritschi Freeride tours nicely too,
and has a variable height climbing heel that is very easy
to adjust-or lock down-with a ski pole.
This is a binding you can confidently take on a long tour
into extreme terrain - or just ski off the back of the area
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The Fritschi Freeride is considered by many
as the ultimate dual-sport binding for front and backcountry
users. A max DIN setting of 12 will keep big bruisers clicked
in when the going gets rough. An all-new Teflon anti-friction
plate releases more predictable, whether your sole is alpine
or lugged, and the redesigned heelpiece is easier to engage
with your pole. The four position heel riser and predictable
climbing pivot enable snappy kick turns and near verticle
traction. Overall, the simple design gives the Freeride unequaled
power and performance.
-Strong dual-sport binding for front and backcountry use
-max DIN of 12
-New Teflon anti-friction plate for predictable releasability.
-Four position heel lifter and optinal front climbing pivot
point.
-Available in 3 sizes, comes stock with brakes.
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Backcountry magazine: "The popularity of the Fritschi
Freeride speaks for itself. It is the best selling AT binding,
period.....the 12 DIN Freeride is tough enough for air,
and has been known to pound bumps inbounds with great ease.
But is also a fine touring binding, and though some argue
the pivot point could be moved back for greater efficiency,
we feel it offers a nioce touring stride as is."
Couloir: "This is the Holy Grail of AT bindings - a
grabber that tours all day, behaves like an alpine binding
at the ski area, and has the beef for constant pounding.
From Colorado to Chamonix. Thousands of riders have built
one-rig setups around the Fritschi Freeride so they can
cross between resort and frontcounty without quiver angst
(e.g. Which ski do I wear today?).While the Freeride is
a bit heavy by today's randonnee standards, it is an answered
prayer if you're uncertain about what sort of skiing you'll
be doing or are big and aggressive. Make this your first
choice if you're traveling to far places, plan on a variety
of skiing, and can only haul one pair of planks."
Powder Magazine: "Fritschi Freeride sales have
soared since it was released, making it one of the most
popular AT bindings in North America. Several years in service,
and based on the time-tested Fritschi, the Freeride, owning
a 4-12 DIN, is a rock-solid connection between a demanding
skier and ski."
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