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Lambsizza
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No i didn't mount my bindings incorrectly. I bought 2014 armada thalls a few weeks ago and went to a local ski sho0 to get a binding reccomendation. I told the guy money wasn't an issue and explained necessary details; height 6"0 weight 148lbs (ik I'm a skinny guy) and that I ski primarily park, I wouldn't call myself entry level but my park abilities are nothing crazy considering I just started park last year, I would however like to progress. The guy at the ski shop recommended marker squire bindings, and since they were only 180 I bought them and got them mounted on my thalls. After getting home and researching squires, it seems they are a bad binding, with many negative reviews and claims. Should I get other bindings remount ed or just stick with the squires, they can't be that bad can they?
Oct 21 2014 7:29PM
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prolapsed_anus
Posts: 16 - Karma: -7
Squires are a good binding no need to buy another set
Oct 21 2014 8:21PM
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cydwhit
Posts: 5074 - Karma: 43,034
I am 6'1" 180lbs and I have never had trouble with mine. But I hear I am an anomaly...
Oct 21 2014 8:29PM
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steezy_doge
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if you have no problem with money i would remount with look pivots they are the best park binding because the heel doesnt only release forward it goes side to side but if you want to keep money just keep them they will prob be good but in my experience im not a fan of marker
Oct 21 2014 9:00PM
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GrumpisPringle
Posts: 630 - Karma: 728
steezy_dogeif you have no problem with money i would remount with look pivots they are the best park binding because the heel doesnt only release forward it goes side to side but if you want to keep money just keep them they will prob be good but in my experience im not a fan of marker


this
Oct 21 2014 9:02PM
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kung_powpow
Posts: 1990 - Karma: 3,671
prolapsed_anusSquires are a good binding no need to buy another set


Squires are terrible bindings unless you're either 12 years old or weigh the equivalent to one. Plastic isn't a great material for a ski binding.
Oct 21 2014 9:10PM
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rozboon
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No point redrilling new skis with an extra set of holes.

If you're worried about it, get the shop to swap them out for Griffons or Jesters. As far as I know the mounting pattern is exactly the same so they should be able to remove and replace the bindings with no negative effect on the skis, as long as they're careful with the screws.
Oct 21 2014 9:13PM
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a_burger
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steezy_dogeif you have no problem with money i would remount with look pivots they are the best park binding because the heel doesnt only release forward it goes side to side but if you want to keep money just keep them they will prob be good but in my experience im not a fan of marker


but look pivots do not release sideways at the heel at all
Oct 21 2014 9:14PM
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BWalmer
Posts: 9141 - Karma: 12,885
I wouldn't worry too much about it. Ride them, if the break, replace them (you'd probably have to redrill either way...so might as well save the redrill for if they happen to break), if they don't, awesome.
Oct 21 2014 9:29PM
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shin-bang
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BWalmerI wouldn't worry too much about it. Ride them, if the break, replace them (you'd probably have to redrill either way...so might as well save the redrill for if they happen to break), if they don't, awesome.


yes, no need redrilling if you dont have to. ride them until you blow them up...
Oct 21 2014 10:28PM
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Caucasian_Asian
Posts: 2447 - Karma: 1,665
kung_powpowPlastic isn't a great material for a ski binding.


Oh really?

What are Pivot 14s made of?
What are AAAtacks made of?
What are STH bindings made of?
What are Dukes made of?
Oct 21 2014 11:27PM
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toastyteenagers
Posts: 1834 - Karma: 6,793
Caucasian_AsianOh really?

What are Pivot 14s made of?
What are AAAtacks made of?
What are STH bindings made of?
What are Dukes made of?

WHAT ARE MOST BINDING MADE OUT OF???
Oct 22 2014 12:27AM
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GrumpisPringle
Posts: 630 - Karma: 728
pivot/fks isn't all plastic like the squire. Just a fact not taking sides
Oct 22 2014 12:13PM
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onenerdykid
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LambsizzaI bought 2014 armada thalls a few weeks ago and went to a local ski sho0 to get a binding reccomendation. I told the guy money wasn't an issue and explained necessary details; height 6"0 weight 148lbs (ik I'm a skinny guy) and that I ski primarily park, I wouldn't call myself entry level but my park abilities are nothing crazy considering I just started park last year, I would however like to progress. The guy at the ski shop recommended marker squire bindings, and since they were only 180 I bought them and got them mounted on my thalls. After getting home and researching squires, it seems they are a bad binding, with many negative reviews and claims.


No hate intended toward the OP here, but I am super surprised that people actually buy something and then do research on it once they have already purchased it. I read about this really frequently in GT... There's obviously no real rush to get things mounted ASAP currently, so if you are unsure about what to get just put the product on hold and then research it before you pull the trigger. It will save you so much headache and frustration.
Oct 22 2014 12:21PM
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cydwhit
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onenerdykidNo hate intended toward the OP here, but I am super surprised that people actually buy something and then do research on it once they have already purchased it. I read about this really frequently in GT... There's obviously no real rush to get things mounted ASAP currently, so if you are unsure about what to get just put the product on hold and then research it before you pull the trigger. It will save you so much headache and frustration.


This is objectively true but I can attest that as someone who reads absolutely everything I can before I make a purchase I still am super eager to mount things up. I know I won't be able to ski for another month but I still have this gut urge to mount my new sticks, haha
Oct 22 2014 12:26PM
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Gerome.
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"facepalm"
Oct 22 2014 3:32PM
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JGWI
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In all the skis I have owned, the only bindings that I have mounted to them are Squires and Griffons. And I have never had a problem with either of them.
Oct 22 2014 3:35PM
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RudyGarmisch
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Op, you're fine. NS, check your binding knowledge, you done fucked up.
Oct 22 2014 7:23PM
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qc_riders
Posts: 103 - Karma: 193
if you are an intermedier skier its ok but if you ski hard as fuck they will broken
Oct 22 2014 7:32PM
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Tumble_Weave
Posts: 173 - Karma: 405
my friend had a a heel snap clean off his pair. That being said, I still believe that they will hold pretty well on most small to medium sized features. I'm no professional;they just don't seem all that bad(:
Oct 22 2014 9:00PM
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-snochainz-
Posts: 130 - Karma: 273
i've never had a problem with my squires. I've had them for two seasons with 40 plus days each riding mostly park, plus some serious time on snow flex, which us pretty much a ski binding's worst nightmare.
Oct 22 2014 9:14PM
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Swervy
Posts: 38 - Karma: 74
the squire is a solid binding. i dont think you need to get a different pair just because of bad reviews. most reviews i find are from a pro's standpoint on the equipment. if you are a rudimentary park skier like me, the squire will hold up just fine (i ski griffons)
Oct 22 2014 9:15PM
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isaacwrong
Posts: 2304 - Karma: 17,787
I'm 5'5 150 and i'm also experienced park skier and i use squires, really nothing wrong with them, it's just alot of thick plastic thats all (they're wicked light too).
Oct 22 2014 10:24PM
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AlexFogo85
Posts: 572 - Karma: 7,471
I'm 5'9" 155lb and broke my squires at least 3 times in the past two seasons. They aren't bad bindings because they are very light and will hold up for some people, unfortunately for me they broke several times and the breaks bend easily. Fortunately I'm really close with one of my local ski shops so they'll remount a fresh set for really cheap, I do like how light they are as long as they hold up.
Oct 22 2014 11:06PM
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HSmith
Posts: 349 - Karma: 1,940
You shouldn't have a problem with them. When I had squires the only problem is that when I would land backseat on a bigger impact I would eject out the toe (not a din issue or forward pressure). So when you start getting more advanced at park I would recommend changing.
Oct 23 2014 12:39AM
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Cyanicenine
Posts: 966 - Karma: 2,294
The only sad thing here is that you spent $180 on squires. They'll probably be fine for entry level park skiing, but for that kind of cash you could have gotten some salomon STH drivers new. They kept coming up on steepandcheap for $130 over the summer. If you are swimming in cash then by all means spend full price on ski gear, but generally with how pricey gear can be it's worth it to hunt around for deals as 30-50% can often mean hundreds saved.

I find the STH's click in nicer then markers, which get clogged with snow and ice more easily, especially in powder. I also have griffon's which I've never had any problems with. Marker does make a very lightweight binding which is nice in the air, but potentially not as good for durability. STH's and Pivots/fks are heavier which is a drawback, but it also means they are more burly.
Oct 23 2014 1:15AM
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