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Naxo nx21 Alpine Touring Binding: Product Review
What the TelemarkSki staff thinks... What the manufacturer's Marketing Dept. thinks... What independent testers think...
Summary: "Ergo" yet "Aggro," the Naxo nx21 features an alpine-style toepiece that releases like a true alpine binding, combined with a triple pivot for a natural feeling touring action. Max DIN of 13 for sizes Medium and Large; Small has max DIN of 12. The nx21 is a freeskiing binding for aggressive experts. Its solid Virtual Rotation arms and closed rails provide torsional rigidity and downhill performance equal to alpine bindings. DIN 13 and Downhill Lock provide reliable retention, and it's compatible with both AT and downhill boots. The triple-pivot Virtual Rotation System makes touring more natural - especially important for downhill boots. The free-floating heel allows uninhibited ski flex.

Featuring:

-Maximum DIN 13 release value

-Virtual Rotation System

-Widened rotation arms for increased torsional rigidity

-7075-76 aluminum reinforced toe/heel release mechanisms
-Positive heel lock prevents inadvertent switch to touring mode

-43mm boot height with 3mm forward ramp

-Weight: 5 lbs per pair, including brakes


Skiing magazine:
'06 "The hefty might value its max DIN, but testers were most impressed with the Naxo's torsional rigidity and power transfer--thanks to the aluminum-reinforced toe-- and heelpieces and stiff underfoot bars. They're heavier than the competition, but you'll stay in the game with three heel heights and a clever pivot."
'07 "Naxo's workhorse accommodates any ski-and-boot match-up in the alpine world. It's a little clunky in touring mode, but look for impressive torsional rigidity and power transfer when you turn around and ski. An effortless length adjustment makes it simple to rule the inbounds in your Langes, and then swap them for long backcountry days in your touring boots."

Powder Magazine:
"Just four years old, Naxo has managed to build a name synonymous with performance and dependability. On the downhill, the NX21 feels like a full alpine binding with a partial metal toe piece and low stack height. With the 13 DIN retention, aggressive turns and taking air are encouraged. On the way up, the triple-pivot touring action is smooth and fluid.. An adjustable toe height will accommodate lugged soles of touring boots, and a wide range of adjustability will let your friends try out your rig."


Backcountry magazine: "The nx21 felt solid going downhill with no slop. Skis flexed naturally and edge feel was firm and precise. The Downhill Lock isn't worth the added weight and trouble of fumbling with the mechanism for the small piece of mind it provides. Going uphill I loved the Naxo stride, particularly on rolling terrain in soft snow. Even with downhill boots, the stride felt natural. This design fell short on steep side-hills on hard snow, where the two front pivots could flex laterally, leading to a loss of edge grip. Overall, great bindings for aggressive skiers riding fat skis."


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