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Bindings for Bentchetlers

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garrett019
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So cant really decide on what to mount on my new bentchetlers.I want to start getting into backcountry, but most likely i wont be doing it that often.

any suggestions?

my ideas so far

dukes
jesters
sth12

Dec 6 2010 2:28AM
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GayWolf420
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First, you gotta state your height, weight and skiing ability (I guess) before we can decide what binding is for you. But I've heard nothing but bad things from marker bindings from people mounting them on big mountain/powder skis. They rip out a lot I guess. For the STH-12 on the other hand, I would go for the drivers instead of the regular STH-12's. A little heavier but a much, much better binding then the standard STH.
Dec 6 2010 2:44AM
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Pool.
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i have barons on my jjs and i like them, but idk how much u weigh/ how tall u are and my friend has f 12s and loves them but idk what ur using them for, if u are hiking i recommend the previously stated bindings, but if u want a burlier binding than the barons get dukes.
Dec 6 2010 2:47AM
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Chaka
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I have never seen a Royal family binding rip out of a ski... they have problems, but that is not one of them and they work very well on larger skis.

And to the OP; those three bindings are all very different. Maybe do a little more research and provide height, weight, skiing ability, what you intend to use the skis for exactly ect ect. and you will get much better answers.
Dec 6 2010 3:05AM
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garrett019
Posts: 34 - Karma: 10
welll i weigh 170

bout 6 ft

and at least a 3+ skie




Dec 6 2010 3:13PM
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JakobS
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A ripout is newer the bindings fault!

It's either the skis, or the tech that installed the bindings who is guilty for something like that..
Dec 6 2010 4:48PM
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garrett019
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should i go get some tour bindings?
Dec 7 2010 9:41PM
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Banane.
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I have jester on my JJ's and i love them. They are light and durable, Def recommend them. Sorry for my english :s
Dec 7 2010 9:50PM
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popeye510
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Dec 7 2010 9:52PM
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garrett019
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yeah i have jesters on my moment tahoes but, im just trying to really decide whether is should go tour or not  on these skis
Dec 7 2010 10:14PM
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Bossgdi
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fks 140 or 180 pivot 14 or 18
Dec 7 2010 11:01PM
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84891jnf92048
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i have gr8ful deadbolts. trippiest looking pair of skis ever.
Dec 7 2010 11:16PM
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Blake.P
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those are sick. i thought about getting them but they are so expensive


if you are on a budget, you can get 2009 look px12 lifters at evo outlet for 150, wide brakes for 44, with 20% off outlet. thats what i did. the total is about $155
Dec 7 2010 11:31PM
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blatt
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I'd recommend 12 or 14 based on your weight and skill level. depending on what your price range is.

I personally prefer anything sth and I have had problems with marker in the past.
Dec 7 2010 11:33PM
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yeahitsdave
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I loathe my jesters the spring settings are testing sooooo soft, and have had nothing but luck with the fks/driver sth/px/tyrolia bindings.

If you aren't going to tour, skip the markers. Salomon, tyrolia, and rossignol/look have a history of putting out consistent, safe, durable bindings. That's where I'd steer you to.
Dec 7 2010 11:43PM
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garrett019
Posts: 34 - Karma: 10
so what do you guys think should i go to a tour binding or just stay normal?

thanks for the help though
Dec 8 2010 12:01AM
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garrett019
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ehh occasionally but not to often
Dec 8 2010 12:55AM
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