Mr.noodlei saw a post about these on Instagram and I'm just trying to spread the word. They look just like the alpine trekkers (day wreckers). they could really change the game people that aren't about to drop 400$ on touring bindings but still go touring a few times a year. For now they're just prototypes but in the post they said they're going to come out in 2016 https://instagram.com/p/9ycf0rqpHf/
And the brand's Instagram is daymakertouring
First, Thanks OP for the support! We really appreciate it! We are really glad people are interested in learning more about our idea for a touring adapter. We are a product designers and mechanical engineers and we are only interested in making totally kick ass products. We really wanna hear what you guys have to say, positive or negative, because we are finalizing manufacturing CAD files this week and we can totally use all the input we can get!
Here are the basics of our design:
- DAYMAKERS clamp onto bottom of a regular ski boot, DAYMAKERS clicks into regular ski binding (just like trekkers)
- Easily adjustable to fit sizes 22.5 through 31.5
- Two flip up climbing bars for steeper ascents
- 4-Bar hinge inspired by mountain bike suspensions, provides more stiffness, more efficient climbing, better traction, and better clearances that allow for a low profile design. totally unlike any other touring system on the market, which all use a single pivot point.
californiagrownI love these kind of contraptions. The big benefit i see with an add on vs an AT binding is that it allows you to have a standard bomber alpine binding on all your skis, and then choose which ski from your quiver to tour on for that day.
Id be very, very interested in trying a pair. What is the expected price? Are they doing a kickstarter and giving a discount/early release to the "investors"?
How can i get them to shut up and take my money already?
This guy gets it! this is one of the biggest benefits in our eyes. The reality is most people with AT frame bindings only actually tour a few days a year. An adapter system allows you to have regular skis and tour when you want to.
We will be launching our website soon followed shortly thereafter by a kickstarter to fund the initial production run. We are just two guys working day/night jobs too so we are going as fast as we possibly can! We will have final pricing out once we get our files finalized but right now we are hoping to MSRP around 300, with a nice hearty discount for our kickstarter backers.
CaseyAre you just stomping on your heelpiece all day? Is there an ability to adjust for steeper inclines?
The clearances are really close to be sure, but because it is a four bar linkage, we have been able to precisely tune the path the boot moves through so we can clear the bindings while creating a really natural walking motion. We do have a two position climbing bar system as well for steeper inclines.
californiagrownThey should post more vids/explanations of the actual workings, and then do a well publicized AMA on TGR. $300 isn't cheap, so the more info they can get out, the better.
That's a great idea. We know the TGR folk are serious so we are working on some great material that explains all of the engineering data on the hinge and how it affects your stride. We want to to get the word out so early so anyone who might be looking for this type of product will know about it now before buying something they might regret. Also, regarding the price, we are working to make a really high quality product that will last you a long time, and wont leave you stranded out in the cold. We are building as much of the product as possible from 302 stainless steel because metal is awesome.
TheBigAppleWhy wouldn't you just buy touring bindings for the same price or a bit more?
For big tours or pow turns, tech bindings on light skis are unbeatable, but for shorter sidecountry excursions, first timers, shitf*ck conditions, or gettin sendy you need or want the big setup. this product is not trying to be a replacement for tech bindings.
Thanks again NS, we are stoked to be here!
