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4frnt Deadbolt 15 Binding

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GML
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I was wondering if anyone has them and if they're  durable because last year I got Rossignol Axiums and as far as durability goes they were shit.
Sep 16 2012 10:46AM
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VD.
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The Axiums are a pretty low quality binding other ranges from rossi are higher quality. I haven't spent a good deal of time on the deadbolt, apart from a few park laps so as far as durability goes I can't comment. However I was pleased with their performance, I felt they drove the ski nicely and they felt pretty light for a 15din.
Sep 16 2012 11:38AM
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SlurrP
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i'm 6'2" 190 lbs and use 4FRNT deadbolt 15s. i've had the 18s as well and i didn't notice much of a difference performance wise. 2 seasons down on the 15s and they're going on some new skis this season.
Sep 16 2012 12:38PM
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GML
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thanks k+
Sep 16 2012 1:12PM
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The Deadbolt 15 is a very durable binding. Highly recommend. I put those on my park skis and FKS on my pow skis.
Sep 16 2012 1:31PM
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dan09uk
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I think they are the same as the head mojo 15, which i have. They are great, skied on them for two seasons in park/powder. no issues with the breaks/durability/pre-releasing. I have them mounted on lizzies.
Sep 16 2012 1:35PM
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GML
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it looks like the fks are pretty good
Sep 16 2012 4:03PM
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49566738265
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Those are also very awesome bindings. I would recommend the Deadbolt for park though, simply because the FKS brakes are notoriously fragile in a switch ejection.
Sep 16 2012 5:37PM
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50Kal
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DB 15 and FKS 14 both heavy duty, good bindings. DB will be about $100 cheaper. You might even find them cheaper cause they are very underrated binding.
Sep 16 2012 6:28PM
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SKI.ING
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This. And I won't go into depth here because you can dig up some other threads where I applaud their performance and durability. Definitely a great, higher-end binding at a great price.
Sep 16 2012 6:38PM
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T_Hugh
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I used to have the deadbolts. They were freakin killer. So durable. The only reason I got rid of em was because I sold the skis that I put them on and the guy wanted the bindings, too. I definitely miss em. They're a good choice, especially if you ride hard. Things are like concrete wrapped in steel covered in diamond dust. Lol. Basically indestructible.
Sep 16 2012 7:57PM
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Shlobby
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This. Both pairs of my fks's have had some brake problems when landing switch. Still wont complain about them because theyre so sturdy. I did just buy a pair of deadbolts though so Ill see how they ride when the white stuff is back
Sep 17 2012 3:49PM
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