How to choose Alpine Ski Bindings

[@driteroj]

Comprehensive, yet concise. Awesome video, thanks!

[@TheSkiMonster]

Thanks for following along

[@driteroj]

would love it if you would do a thorough comparison like this one but with ski boot brands, help people narrow down their choices as it can be quite overwhelming choosin between brands @@TheSkiMonster

[@olilaedward]

Best video on bindings on KZbin. Thanks, really helped me choose (I went Strive)

[@biuku]

Experienced skier, but haven’t kept up with alol trends. This answered every one of my Q’s. This guy should do videos on … best headphones…. What family car to buy.

[@TheSkiMonster]

Buy a Chevy Suburban, less stiff feeling when you get to the hill, ample room for gear inside and no limitations on Thule box size. With captains chairs the rest of crew will also feel more comfortable. Heated steering wheel is helpful after taking off all your kids gear bare handed on a brutal January day and will result in less irritation when it's time to leave the mountain.

[@saturatedodin476]

The pivots are looking pretty nice

[@toddzorn6048]

Great explanation and I think spot-on correct w pros/cons performance differences. Now I know why for ease of clicking in, my wife would be better off in the Attacks or Salomon, v her Markers (which performs great for her otherwise). Nice job w this!

[@Nwrig004]

I went with Tyrolia Protector binding for the smidge extra assurance in the trees and chop. If I get crossed up and spun around I want maximum phantom foot protection

[@humanbeing2420]

I have the Marker Griffon on my Ripstick 96s and I've never had any difficulty getting into or out of them in any circumstances and they've otherwise performed flawlessly, so I really like them. I have an unreasonable prejudice against Look bindings - they look like they're a pain in the ass and they remind me of ancient bindings from the 1950's.

[@PaulBeiser]

Thanks, very good! I learned a lot about the differences and trade offs. Very informative!

[@TheSkiMonster]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Ekim1976]

Excellent review. Thanks. Think I’m going with Marker this season! Griffon 😊.

[@TheSkiMonster]

Great binding! theskimonster.com/products/marker-griffon/

[@bobbarrett6882]

Great video, it would be great if you could discuss binding delta angles too.

[@krissp8712]

Safety critical part of one's equipment, thanks for the info!

[@davidtroger1688]

I have 100mm wide skis do do 100mm marker griffons fit or should i get 110mm?

[@TheSkiMonster]

@@davidtroger1688 100 will work great

[@samuelchevalley5735]

Hi, thanks for the great review! What do you think of the Look SPX for a 100mm ski, advanced skier who is pretty agressive on all kind of snows? And how would you compare the strive to the SPX?

[@TheSkiMonster]

The Strive is easier to click into. The heel design of the SPX is closer to a griffon or pivot. Overall we prefer all of the bindings in the video over the SPX.

[@callumfoster10]

i weigh 87kg (192lb approx) and a high level / aggressive skier. What bindings would you recommend? Thanks, great video!

[@TheSkiMonster]

Any of them will be great, we'd go Griffon or Strive.

[@peng1y891]

I ordered the Marker Griffons yesterday,I was aware they were intended for heavier skiers but I figured they’d be good since I’m trying to bulk.My goal is 145-150(currently 132lb).Anything wrong with this?

[@TheSkiMonster]

No, just be sure to have a certified technician setup your bindings.

[@sir_bumpalot]

Does the Strive still support vertical release at the front like the STH2 did?

[@cljoulin]

Super helpful video, thanks so much

[@TheSkiMonster]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tonygaetano3211]

Great informative video, thank you 👍🏻😃

[@TheSkiMonster]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Jared_morrow]

So does the attack and the strive keep you in as well as the Griffins. I’m pretty light weight

[@TheSkiMonster]

Yes, all those a great choices and safe. Be sure to have your bindings set by a certified technician who will be sure everything is adjusted correctly.

[@Jared_morrow]

@@TheSkiMonster any places in SoCal that you know of for getting those adjusted?

[@Momomomomomomomom00momomomomom]

What's the difference between marker jester and griffon?

[@TheSkiMonster]

Slightly more metal and higher DIN setting on the Jester 16 versus the Griffon 13.

[@reddottx]

I wonder if it’s just me but I sometimes have trouble getting the heel piece over my boot with my Griffon. I have to hold the spring down and manually/slowly bring it up and over. Works perfectly in a shop environment so it’s hard to show off of the snow. Just me?

[@TheSkiMonster]

What year is your Griffon?

[@reddottx]

@@TheSkiMonster2022. Meant to add that the snow/ice is cleared within reason.

[@TheSkiMonster]

@@reddottx of the bunch they are harder to click into, but easier to click into than the 2020 and earlier. Double check forward pressure isn't too tight, that can make it more difficult.

[@billwallace7294]

I weigh 165 - 170, 73 years old. Advanced skier but not necessarily aggressive. I ski mostly Mid Atlantic with trips to New England. I ski primarily frontside with occaisional forays into bumps and trees. Would you recommend Marker Squire or Marker Griffon?

[@TheSkiMonster]

@billwallace7294, If your current DIN or release settings are 5, 6, or 7 and you value a light weight feel that is really easy to click into then go Squire. If your DINs are a bit higher like 7, 8, or 9 go with the Griffon. The parts on the Griffon are a bit more robust so if you want things to last a long time or you are hard on your gear the Griffon could be a better pick.

[@thc440]

thanks great video

[@choski76]

How about the weight differences? Different DINs may weigh more also

[@TheSkiMonster]

@choski76, Attack 14 = 1033g per binding, Strive 14 = 980g per binding, Squire 11 = 820g per binding, Griffon 13 = 1016g per binding, Pivot 15 = 1245g per binding.

[@choski76]

@@TheSkiMonster thanks

[@flo5_5tv18]

thanks u help me a lot, good video

[@TheSkiMonster]

Glad to hear that!

[@alidalal3961]

Which one has a lower stand height squire or strive? Which would you recommend for a Fischer ranger 96?

[@TheSkiMonster]

@alidalal3961, The Squire has a 24mm stand height and the Strive is 20mm. The Squire is a bit lighter with a lower DIN range so it would be a good pick for someone that is 150lbs or less typically. The Strive is a touch heavier with a higher DIN range so would be a better pick for someone over 150lbs or who likes to ski more aggressively.

[@oldo8321]

Is a Marker Griffon ID 13 good for armada arv’s 96 22/23, if i do all mountain skiing?

[@TheSkiMonster]

Griffon is a great choice!

[@CallMeAstro]

I found a pair of armadas strive 14 gw for 100 dollars on sale im picking it up

[@OceanFront-c1u]

Is the STH2 going away?

[@whoisthe1412]

Dead

[@TheSkiMonster]

The STH2 16 MN remains in the lineup this season.

[@NatureDerek]

Where's the Wardens

[@TheSkiMonster]

@NatureDerek, Wardens have been discontinued, Strive is superior to Warden in every aspect.

[@NatureDerek]

Aah, i did not realize the Wardens were discontinued. Just got some last season for my GF @@TheSkiMonster

[@whoisthe1412]

Look SPX bro

[@powshredder3716]

what do you recommend for an expert level 195 lbs with 118mm waist ski. I am looking at the- Look SPX 12 GW B120 the Marker Griffon 13 ID Ski Bindings or the Tyrolia Attack 14 GW cheers!

[@TheSkiMonster]

Go with the Attack if you value something that is really easy to click into when you fall in deep snow. The Tyrolia heels are just easier compared to the others. If you prioritize feeling super connected to the ski, the Griffon is a great choice. The toe height on the Griffon is very adjustable to different boot soles and its nice that they make a 120mm brake for that 118 ski.

[@m.filion7081]

if I may add my point, Griffon is a ''sole ID'' so they will fit any boots; touring, Alpine, GW!!! Wardens ''MNC'' will do the same! MNC stands for Multi Norms Certified but they are discontinued.

[@jamesspadaro1996]

Very well done, super helpful, thanks

[@TheSkiMonster]

You're welcome!