Black Diamond

Fritschi Diamir Freeride Pro Binding - 108mm

Sure, the Black Diamond Fritschi Diamir Freeride Pro 108mm Binding has a touring mode, but that shouldn't lead you to assume that it sacrifices anything in the way of downhill performance. This is a wide, burly touring binding for powerful skiers who seek technical lines far away from the resort. Robust materials mean ultimate durability, a clever linkage design transmits all your power directly to the ski, and a dialed release system protects you against disastrous early-release scenarios.

More specifically, though, this binding features Gliding Technology—complete with a wider toe piece—to alleviate that pesky walking-on-your-tip-toes sensation. Not to mention, the Fritschi touts a free-gliding heel bar with integrated lock to avert an accidental release into tour mode. Ultimately, the wide footprint and heel piece boasts an overall larger construction than past years' models, ensuring a more forceful, powerful, and stable platform when driving wide skis. So, glide quickly on the skin track and then push this burly binding until your speed leaves you hooting and hollering with all the carefree, joyous abandon of a child.