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The Salomon Warden is a work horse of a binding that will hold in an aggressive skier taking on everything the resort has to offer. At the same time, it's perfectly suited for the beginner skier taking it slow and captiously. The 3-11 DIN range has plenty to offer at the both ends of the spectrum with a smooth an reliable release when needed. I myself am an expert level skier, with a propensity to explode out of bindings at my top power, even when they're cranked up to their maxes. However, I never have that issue with the salomon wardens even in the 11 DIN. I always stay solidly connected to the ski.
Salomon bindings are known for a loud satisfying click when you step into the binding, letting the skier know they are secure to the ski. The heel pieces are durable and robust, offering durability that Salomon's old Z10 and Z12 series did not. The forward pressure is easy to see and set with ample travel to adjust to wider range of boot sole lengths than most bindings in it's class.
The toe pieces of the bindings offer excellent contact with the boot and have more elastic travel than most, giving the skier a lot of wiggle room to stay in the binding when picking up the pace in the moguls and terrain park. However, after a lot of use and abuse, the plastic housing of the DIN window has a tendency to crack around the toe.
Ideal for
- The Salomon Warden stays locked in for aggressive skiing and has a reliable smooth release when needed
- MNC - MultiNormalCertifed Binding can take any boot on the market.
- The Warden has excellent power transfer for everything on the mountain
Not ideal for
- The plastic of the DIN window on the toe piece has a tendency to crack with aggressive use
- The 11 DIN might not be enough for heavy and aggressive skiers
- This binding is one of the heavier 11 DIN bindings
The Salomon Warden MNC 11 Ski Bindings are the perfect choice for those seeking freeride performance. These bindings are compatible with every boot-sole norm on the market, making them a versatile option for any skier. The wide toe-piece and mounting pattern provide superior power transmission, allowing you to drive wider skis with ease. Whether you're hitting the backcountry or carving up groomers, the Warden MNC 11 delivers exceptional performance.
Key Features:
- Compatible with all boot-sole norms: Designed to work with every type of ski boot sole on the market, providing maximum versatility.
- Wide toe-piece and mounting pattern: This design provides superior power transmission and allows for better control over wider skis.
- Freeride performance: Ideal for modern freeride and all-mountain skis, delivering exceptional performance in any terrain.
- Durable construction: Made from high-quality materials, these bindings are built to last season after season.
- Easy to use: With a simple design and easy-to-use features, these bindings are perfect for both novice and experienced skiers alike.
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The Salomon Warden is a work horse of a binding that will hold in an aggressive skier taking on everything the resort has to offer. At the same time, it's perfectly suited for the beginner skier taking it slow and captiously. The 3-11 DIN range has plenty to offer at the both ends of the spectrum with a smooth an... Read more
Ideal for
- The Salomon Warden stays locked in for aggressive skiing and has a reliable smooth release when needed
- MNC - MultiNormalCertifed Binding can take any boot on the market.
- The Warden has excellent power transfer for everything on the mountain
Not ideal for
- The plastic of the DIN window on the toe piece has a tendency to crack with aggressive use
- The 11 DIN might not be enough for heavy and aggressive skiers
- This binding is one of the heavier 11 DIN bindings
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Leo Cocchiara
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Why did you choose this product?
The Salomon Warden 11 MNC has been my top pick for an 11 DIN binding for years now because power transfer feels phenomenal and I find it to offer the most reliable retention for my aggressive style of skiing. That being said though, these are appropriate for all skill levels including beginners. Also it has a benefit of doubling the warranty on any Salomon, Atomic, or Armada ski.Answered by:
Leo Cocchiara
Ski ExpertWhat was your favorite moment with this gear?
This binding is currently mounted to my Armada ARV 96s which are my daily driver all mountain twin tips for moguls, trees, and park so every time I click into these bindings, I get stoked. Once of the most stratifying feature's about these bindings is Salomon's patented loud CLACK when your boot clicks into the heel, letting you know you're locked and loaded.Answered by:
Leo Cocchiara
Ski ExpertWhat is the value for the money versus other options?
The MNC in the title stands for Multi-Norm Certified, meaning it can take standard alpine boots (ISO 5355), GripWalk boots (ISO 23223), Touring boots (ISO 9523), and WTR boots - though Walk to Ride boots we phased out in 2019 as GripWalk became mainstream. This offer huge value over the competition that Tyrolia, Marker, and Look produce for that reason. In the advent of Marker dropping SOLE ID from the Squire bindings, the Warden is the only 11 DIN alpine left that offers full MNC. I had a customer this year who needed this specific binding for exactly that reason.Answered by:
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Comfortable and good traction
Originally posted at www.salomon.com on Jun 18, 2023I got these shoes because they’re cute, unique, and functional. I like that i can wear them out and about in the winter and not worry about skipping on ice.
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Originally posted at www.salomon.com on Feb 10, 2023These are great bindings and perfectly match my wife’s Stockli Nela 88’s which are a blue color. No drama the price was right and they were shipped and arrived in about a week.
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