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How to tell if you're bindings need replacement?

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Freebird12
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I'm going into my 3rd year with the same ski binding combo. Its much easier to tell how my skis are shaping up by the amount of dings and scratches on them than my bindings. Im planning on getting new skis this year but what im wondering is if i should replace my bindings as well? How can i tell if my bindings are ready to go? They look to be in good condition and i've had no problem with them so far. They are Marker free 10.0 bindings if that has any relevancy. Gracias
May 12 2013 10:43PM
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SamtheEagle
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have a shop torque test them to make sure they are releasing properly but if you havent had any problems or havent felt increase play in them then they are likely fine
May 12 2013 11:03PM
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Blake.P
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Do they look to be in decent condition? Are they free of any visible cracks or anything? Do they hold you in and not prerelease a ton? If you answered yes, they are still fine
May 12 2013 11:05PM
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VD.
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This .... If you do have any concerns then go get them torque tested.
May 13 2013 4:00AM
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NinetyFour
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If they're only 3 years old then they likely won't be on the indemnified list. Most bindings are put on that list every 10-ish years and once they make the list then a shop won't work on them for safety reasons. You more or less have nothing to worry about. Bindings can last a long time. Take the advice above, give them a quick look over, and keep riding them if all looks good.
May 13 2013 8:52AM
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TheSkiMonster
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One quick note to add about pre-releasing and aging equipment. That doesn't necessarily mean the bindings are worn out, the soles of the boots could be worn down.


May 13 2013 11:39AM
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Freebird12
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Thanks for the help, after a quick run down the bindings appear to be good so im going to keep em for now. Better than throwing down a couple hundred for new bindings along with the price of new skis.
May 13 2013 4:46PM
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