Marker Duke PT 13

The Marker Duke PT is the best touring ski binding for those who want the option of touring but a 'real' binding everywhere else. It has all the downhill performance of a typical resort binding, but pop up the toe piece and you can go for a skin. Yes, all-in it's heavier than the Salomon Shift 13 (590g heavier per pair total) which is about the weight of a tall-boy beer so if weight is absolutely paramount, buy the Shift 13s. But, if you care more about the binding feeling 100% solid on the way down, then this is it. Removing the toepiece (and tossing it in your pack) cuts the amount of weight on your feet by 500g so technically in tour mode the Duke PT and Salmon Shift 13 are in punching in the same weight class. DIN setting: 4-13 (strong enough for all but pro-level skiers) Brake width: 100mm (fits Endurance 98) Weight: 2,360g per pair Compatible with all alpine boots (alpine and WTR soles) Which binding model is the one for me? The Marker Duke PT 13 is only needed if you wish to tour/ski/hike on your skis. If you don't need this, then we recommend the Marker Griffon 13 — which is the industry standard resort binding. Bindings can only be returned in new condition in the original packaging. Bindings can be mounted at your local ski shop.