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Settings

General
Bindings are well-designed, complex pieces of machinery and need to be set correctly if they are to give maximum security. A binding that releases early can be as dangerous as a binding that doesn't open at all.

To set a binding, the position of the heel piece must first be adjusted for correct forward pressure. The height of the toe piece is adjusted next, so that the anti-friction device (AFD) can effectively release the boot when necessary. If applicable, the wings on the toe piece are then adjusted so that your boots are centred. Finally, the DIN settings are adjusted.
 

Plates
All bindings now have some sort of plate mounted between the ski and the actual binding. The resulting extra height increases the leverage you have onto your edges. It also helps to prevent 'booting out' - a term used to describe what happens when you go over onto your edge and your boot touches the snow.

Some of these plates are also designed to flex with the ski, reducing the dead spot under the binding and therefore improving the snow contact.

Still not sure? Consult our our ski doctor

 
 
DIN Settings
This scale - otherwise known as the Deutsche Industrie Norm - is standardised across all makes of bindings. The appropriate setting depends on your weight, boot size, height and level of skiing. Any injuries should also be taken into account.

Front and rear bindings tend to be set on the same number and both skis are usually set the same. Injuries may affect these.

As a guideline the following chart can be used:

ADULT DIN CHART (UNDER 50)
Weight Kg 35 40 45 50 60 65 70 80
DIN 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 7

We do strongly advise that you get a qualified or experienced technician to set your bindings and always get it done with your own ski boot.

 

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