Atomic Shift 13 MNC Ski Bindings · 2024
$479.96

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Who would love these
These bindings are perfect for advanced to expert skiers who enjoy both resort and backcountry adventures. If you love the idea of having one binding that can handle it all, from carving groomers to exploring untouched powder, the Atomic Shift 13 MNC is for you. They're especially great for those who appreciate the convenience of MNC compatibility and a lightweight design for easier uphill travel. However, if you're a larger skier who primarily skis aggressively at resorts, you might want to consider other options.
Why I recommend these
Expert verdict
The Atomic Shift 13 MNC Ski Bindings are a game-changer for those who love both resort and backcountry skiing. What makes them stand out is their dual-mode capability, allowing you to switch seamlessly between downhill and touring modes. This versatility is perfect for skiers who want one binding to do it all. The MNC compatibility means they work with various boot soles, which is super handy. Plus, they're lightweight, making uphill travel a breeze. However, they might not be the best choice for larger, aggressive skiers who focus solely on resort skiing. Overall, these bindings are a fantastic choice for adventurous skiers who crave flexibility and performance.
The Atomic Shift 13 MNC Ski Bindings are designed to give advanced skiers the freedom to explore the resort or the backcountry. This is the original hybrid binding with the ability to transform from a safe and stable downhill binding into a tech toe binding for touring (hiking to earn turns). These bindings have an easy step-in and automatic wing adjustment to securely hold the boot while skiing. The Atomic Shift 13 MNC allows a skier to have the right tool for the job no matter what adventure is planned for the day.
Key Features:
- Dual Mode Toepiece: The MNC (multi norm compatible) toepiece for skiing works with a variety of soles, including alpine, grip walk (GW), walk to ride (WTR), and touring. It requires a boot with tech toe for the hiking/touring mode.
- Freeski Brakes: Self-retracting brakes maintain a close position on the ski, so they don't catch on the snow while skiing.
- Hike and Ride Switch: The lever at the toe switches between hike and ski mode.
- DIN Range: The 6-13 DIN range is recommended for advanced to expert level skiers.
Brake width (mm) | 110 |
Gender | Unisex |
Model year | 2024 |
Ski binding type | Alpine Touring, Tech |
Skill level | Advanced, Expert |
Din release - low value | 6 |
Din release - high value | 13 |
Material | Carbon Composite |
Additional features | Low Profile Chassis, Oversized Platform, Hike and Ride Switch, Crampon Compatible Adjustment range - 30 mm Height - 30 mm |
Indiv. binding weight (g) | 880 |
Boot sole type | Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), Alpine Touring (ISO 9523), Tech, Walk to ride (WTR), GripWalk |
Age Group | Adult |
Color | Black/Gold |
Warranty | 2 Years |
- Touring
- Release reliability
- Versatility
- While the power transfer is still amazing, they aren’t the best on the market
- Not a lightweight setup for solely backcountry
- When switching from tour to ski mode, the bindings are very touchy and can at like a mouse trap if bumped .
- The best binding for the ultimate one ski quiver
- Skiers who do 80% of their skiing in-bounds
- Amazing functionality as a standard alpine binding
- By touring standards, it's a heavy binding
- Fickle toe height adjustment can lead to pre-release issues
- Only one riser setting when climbing - most AT bindings have two
- Resort and side country skiing
- Awesome power transfer from boot to ski
- Uphill resort laps before skiing chairs for the day
- A little heavy for big backcountry days
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