Atomic Bindings
The Atomic Shift MNC 13 Alpine Touring Ski Bindings promise to set a new bar for power and reliability in the backcountry. In ski mode, the Shift MNC looks like a low profile alpine binding with a long nose, but pull the SHIFT bar on the toe rearward and a set of tech "wings" pops open for touring (yes, you will need a boot with tech fittings to skin uphill). The beauty of the Shift is that it skis pretty much just like a 13 DIN alpine binding (the Warden 13 comes to mind) but weighs under 900 grams (compared to nearly 1500 grams for a Guardian) and features a much smoother touring action. If you're bummed by the weight of your frame AT bindings but are wary of using a tech binding for committed hard charging, the Shift MNC is the burning light at the end of the tunnel.
Product Details
Toe
*Dual Mode Toepiece – MNC (Multi-Norm Certified) for skiing, including WTR soles. Converts to a tech toe for touring (requires a* boot with tech toe fittings).
*XL Wings – Long wings for a great envelopment of the boots.
*Toe Height Adjustment – Adjustable toe height to let you switch between different boot norms.
*Lateral Elasticity – 47mm
*Easy Step-In – Less effort needed to step-in and out of bindings.
*Sliding Toe Pedal
*Carbon-Infused PA Construction
*Adjustment Range – 30mm
*Height – 30mm
*Compatible with Salomon S/LAB Shift Crampons