New bindings have increased surface area contact points for better ski control, lighter and stronger materials, and even micro-vibration absorption to reduce both leg strain and inadvertent pre-release. That’s because non-GripWalk alpine bindings will put more pressure between the boot and the binding’s toe piece, which, just like cranking up the release value, means that the binding will not release properly during a fall and increase the chance for severe injury.Īs GripWalk becomes more prominent every year for the majority of recreational ski boots, the onus is on consumers to upgrade their bindings when buying new kicks.įortunately, ski binding technology has evolved over the past decade to incorporate other important features besides boot sole compatibility.
But if you haven’t updated your ski bindings in a while, or they are not GripWalk compatible-indicated by the GripWalk logo stamped somewhere on the toe or if the binding has an adjustable anti-friction device (AFD)-you are putting yourself in harm’s way every time you click in.
Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members!Ĭhances are if you’ve purchased new recreational alpine ski boots in the past few years, your boots likely have GripWalk soles.
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