Bindings 1998: safety and ski-performance innovations create real choices

Article Abstract:

The latest bindings from ESS, Look, Marker, Rossignol, Salomon, and Tyrolia are briefly described, with emphasis on features and design. There is a wider range of options available to match increasingly popular super-sidecut skis.

Equipment and supplies, Cover Story, Buyers Guide, Skis and skiing, Ski equipment, Ski boots

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Bindings

Article Abstract:

Ski bindings by Atomic, Ess, Look, Marker, Rossignol, Salomon, and Tyrolia are evaluated based on their ability to enhance skiing. New binding technologies are discussed and how they effect performance. Shopping advice is offered.

Product/Service Evaluation, Race 614 (Bindings), Xentrix 310 (Bindings), TT8.0 RL (Bindings), TX7.5 RL (Bindings), XR7.0 (Bindings), M9.1 Turbo SC Titanium (Bindings), M7.1 SC (Bindings), M5.1 EPS (Bindings), FKX Comp (Bindings), FTX 120 R-Flex (Bindings), FD 65 (Bindings), SP 900 Equipe Alium (Bindings), S 900 Carbon Axe Plus (Bindings), S 700 (Bindings), Power Select 8 (Bindings), Cyber D8 (Bindings), TD8 TS (Bindings)

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Bindings: feel the difference

Article Abstract:

Skiing magazine's slope-test evaluation of ski bindings indicated variations for fully-loaded and enhanced equipment and less enhanced models. These differences were felt in terms of flex enhancers, lifts and damping devices.

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