The essence of riding free. Free from every thought, thanks to the safety guaranteed by precise releases and the immediacy of the ski brake management mechanism. Free to express your full potential, thanks to the Freeride Spacer and the highest release value range in ATK’s catalog.
The Freeraider 15 EVO is a binding designed to let you think about nothing but skiing. What sets it apart from all other ATK bindings are its highest release values in ATK’s range and the freedom to fully express your power, thanks to the included Freeride Spacer. Just like its sibling, the Raider 13 EVO, it’s the toe piece’s adjustable release value that sets it apart from all the other pin bindings on the market, but let’s see what other unique features it has to offer.
Features
- Toe Piece
- A revolutionary toe piece with adjustable release value. For the first time in the history of pin bindings, the toes don’t have a fixed release value. Why is this important? Because the toe pieces with a default value guarantee a medium retention which therefore works best when the heel unit is also set to medium release values. What happens when you move away from these median values? At low settings the toe will provide most of the hold, while at high settings the heel does most of the work. But now, thanks to this new ATK technology, the front and rear of the binding collaborate equally in managing the releases.
- Aluminum Snowpack Proof System
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- This prevents snow and ice debris from accumulating under the mobile parts of the toe piece.
- Uphill Hardness Variator
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- A system that you can use to adjust the stiffness of the toe-lug lock in up-hill mode.
- Easy Entry System
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- Carefully studied geometries that facilitate the step-in.
- Included Toe Shims
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- When installed under the toe pieces, these accessories reduce the heel-to-toe drop by 4mm, providing an optional, more neutral stance.
- Integrated rampant support.
- Heel Piece
- EVO Brake System
- One single hand will be enough to manage the ski brake. By rotating the head of the bindings by 180 degrees, the ski brake activates and the binding switches from uphill to downhill mode. At this point, simply step-in to start having fun. Similarly, simply rotate again and press the boot heel on the rear plate to lock the ski brake in position and start the ascent.
- The head of the binding can now rotate up to 25 degrees to absorb stress before returning to position. Compared to previous models, where the maximum angle was 16 degrees, this wider rotation ensures better energy absorption thanks to a better recall to center action.
- Cam Release System
- ATK’s signature patented system that contributes to an effortless step-in and grants amazing torsional stiffness.
- Power Plates included
- The new aluminum plates bring just two extra grams while significantly reduce plastic usage and enhance both the durability and colorful presence of your bindings.
- Elastic Response System
- This ensures precise releases and optimal skis performances by facilitating their natural flex, enhancing downhill performances.
- Magneto heel flaps
- The ingenious mechanism that manages the heel flaps through two different magnets. Comfy and precise even when used with poles.
- Included Freeride Spacer for better power transmission.
- Up to 25mm of length adjustment.
- Customizable Height
- To accommodate different boot models and sole thicknesses, the Freeride Spacer comes with multiple height options. This allows you to customize the spacer, ensuring a perfect fit and seamless integration with your boots.
Details
- Performing Through Lightness
- ATK’s foundation, ATK’s roots. ATK took its first steps in this industry by developing lightweight race bindings, and now, as then, lightness is key to achieving what athletes crave: speed. Therefore, it's easy to understand why “performance through lightness” has been the mantra that has accompanied ATK's growth in its early years.
- As ATK’s role in the ski mountaineering universe started to evolve, they needed some stabilization because it's easy to lose control during a phase of growth, just as it is easy to get caught up in the events. That's why they decided to keep their roots stable, not changing their approach to the activity, and ultimately not getting in their own way.
- In fact, as they expanded their catalog to include the speed touring, touring, and free touring categories, they remained steadfast in their commitment to enabling an ever-wider range of ski mountaineers to achieve performance through lightness.
Specs
- Materials
- Alu 7075, POM, Stainless steel
- Release Range
- Walking modes
- Boot size adjustment
- Toe piece release adjustability
- Ski brake sizes
- 97 mm
- 102 mm
- 108 mm
- 120 mm
- Ski brake system
- Ideal match
- Skis width: 90 – 120 mm
- Skis weight: 1300g – 2000 g
- Skier's weight: 60 kg – 120 kg
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