ATK Crest 8

Very light pin binding type with an amazing amount of functions for rather light riders.

The Crest is perfectly positioned in the middle weight range between the heavier, certified freetouring bindings and the extremely light racing models. For a binding type to be successful in this area, however, it is not only the low weight that is decisive, but also the fact that it offers a lot of functionality per gram.

And this is exactly where the Crest tops the list. First of all, it packs the cam release system, probably the heart of many ATK binding types, into 280 grams. Despite its compact design, the very short rear binding head offers great stability and adjustable vertical and horizontal release. What's more, beginners can always step in with little pressure, even with a high Z-value.

The Crest also offers length adjustment. This is important for precise release and to protect the binding type when the ski flexes.

The Crest also offers a powerful ski stopper, 20 millimetres of adjustment travel, a climbing aid and very easy access to the pins.

Apart from the Xenic (without stopper) from Fritschi, no other binding type on the market (apart from other ATK bindings) offers so many functions on 280 grams of weight.

Nowhere else is it easier to save weight than with a binding type without a strong loss of performance. The Crest 8 is a prime example of this. Compared to the ST Rotation, for example, this amounts to 300 grams per foot, which is a lot. If you took that much out of the skiing, the feeling would be completely different.