Marker Kingpin 10

Description

The Kingpin sets the benchmark in downhill-oriented performance pin bindings. Its alpine heel delivers outstanding power transmission and ski control and minimises the likelihood of a false release.

The legendary Kingpin combines the lightweight ISI pin toe piece with an alpine heel piece including 0°/7°/13° climbing aid. This makes it very easy to walk on any terrain and ensures great descents with outstanding performance and top-level release functionality. The binding is therefore perfect for ambitious backcountry and freeride touring enthusiasts. A very stiff, carbon-reinforced front with an ISI toe piece makes the binding easier to step into, as a wide footprint with integrated stop automatically positions and aligns your boot. Kinematically optimised pin levers then allow the pins to snap shut with just a gentle push. The wide hole pattern and XXL power transmitters deliver the ultimate in direct power transmission for the utmost control and fun on the descent.

Specifications:

• Category: Touring Pin
• Brake width: 75 – 100 mm, 100 – 125 mm
• Din/ISO Range: 5.0 – 10.0
• Boot type: Touring Boots
• Recom. Skier’s Weight: 30 – 105kg
• Stand height w/o ski: 21,5 mm
• Step in heel: Kingpin heel
• Walking modes: 0°, 7°, 13°Weight: 670 g (75-100 mm), 680 g (100-125 mm)

S+W Verdict:

“improved ease of use and reduced weight without compromising performance bring the latest update of the legendary Kingpin bang up to date and keep it as one of the very best free touring bindings on the market”