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Looking for a thoughtful advice on bindings choice
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I tried to ask about it on the "what binding" sticky thread, but didn't get much attention; plus i have a new interesting option i'd like to have your opinion on.
I've just been shipped a new pair of Moment Rocker 181 (so stoked!) and i'm trying to figure out which binding should i mount on them.
I'm 5' 11", 175 lbs more or less, with 325 mm BSL boots and something like a type 3 skier, not very aggressive though. I plan to ski park, jib around and hit nothing really big, with some lap on powder, when we get it, so i think i won't set my DIN much higher than 10 (just a guess, anyway, maybe i shall need to get it higher).
So, at the moment i have 3 different option, on the online shop i'm going to buy from:
1. Look PX 12 Jib Wide (129 €): i know i can't go wrong with them, they're cheap and probably strong enough for me (does the 3mm shock absorber make a real difference or isn't it really noticeable when landing?)
2. The new Look Pivot 14 (279 €): there isn't much to say about them, we all know how good these turntables are. A sick set up on Rocker, if i may say. Only con is that they're really expensive (i could manage to afford them, at the moment) but are they worth the money i would spend over the PX 12?
3. Marker Jester 07/08 (189 €): a cheaper but still very good 14 DIN binding.
So, what's you opinion: Could i safely stick with Look PX 12 or would it be better for me to get a 14 DINer binding? And if a 14 DIN is better, do the Pivot worth the extra money?
Thank you all
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I think the PX 12 would be fine in terms of the DIN going high enough. But I would steer you toward the Pivots or the Marker Jesters. Both of those have less ramp angle. I really don't like how the PX 12 heel piece is so high off the ski and doesn't sit flat. I think the Pivot and the Jester are better bindings cuz there is little ramp angle and they are flat to the ski for maximum feel. However, lot's of people like the PX bindings and I think they are pretty good for what you pay.
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you can go wrong with the px12 jib. the heel track on those is plastic and is prone to cracking. it has happened to both pair of those ive owned as well as many of my friends. i would absolutely suggest getting the new pivots, however you can find the older models on NS and TGR for 1/3 the price, and they are still bomber. search sales threads for look p15s or fks 155s
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PX 12s are heavy and prone to cracking. Jesters are pretty dope and are much more durable. However NOTHING beats to new Pivot. I have them on my afterbangs and they are AWESOME, they're light, made 90% out of metal, super durable, and wont mess up your knees at all.
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thank you all, you were really helpful
i'm leaning towards Look Pivots, seems like the best and most long-lasting choice (and my knees will be thankful)
as for buying them on B/S/T, i'm kind of bummed by inter'l shipping, but i'll have a look anyway
just to be sure about it: should't i need xxl brakes for my Rockers (92mm wide), right?
thanks again
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normal FKS and pivot brakes can be bent out by a good shop to fit those no problem. my park skis are 95mm underfoot and FKS brakes were bent with plenty of room to spare
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mojo 15 could be a good option as well.
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The Pivots are definitely worth the money.
And just for the record the Jester is a 16 DIN binding. It's a bomber binding, no questions about that.
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