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10-24-2023, 11:46 AM
ASmileyFace

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Originally Posted by SoVT Joey

the company with the most bindings on the World Cup has never made a good decision? That’s quite the statement.

just because the kingpin toes were a shit show 10 years ago…

Did I say ever?

And do we remotely give a shit about the world cup scene here? I sure as fuck don't and marker has a reputation on this board for a reason.
10-24-2023, 11:57 AM
SoVT Joey

Quote:

Originally Posted by ASmileyFace

Did I say ever?

And do we remotely give a shit about the world cup scene here? I sure as fuck don't and marker has a reputation on this board for a reason.

there’s a Mikaela Shriffin thread with thousands of comments. So you are right, fuck the World Cup.

and you said they aren’t known for making good decisions with anything binding related… they are a binding and shitty ski gear company. I guess my reading comprehension is lacking.

for what it’s worth, I’ve blown out a knee in pivots after a prerelease set on 22 din and blown out a knee in jester pros. So no matter what no binding is safe.
10-24-2023, 01:33 PM
ASmileyFace

Saying that I don't give a shit about the world cup might have been a little harsh... but very few people buy bindings based on "how many people ski them on the world cup."

People buy bindings based on hype, reputation and what they have experience with. Marker does not have a sterling reputation when it comes to their consumer bindings and I don't think that is controversial to say. I mean the Duke PT had issues with the toe piece breaking off within the first few months of its release, but Marker caught that one early at least.
10-29-2023, 02:29 AM
arild

In Daymaker news (Gear:30 podcast), Dadali claims the price is going down to $200 for both their adapters, which makes them definitely more edible in my mind. Not buying, but that makes them a 33% smarter choice. Their site isn't updated yet.
10-29-2023, 10:00 AM
GoldenBC

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoVT Joey

there’s a Mikaela Shriffin thread with thousands of comments. So you are right, fuck the World Cup.

and you said they aren’t known for making good decisions with anything binding related… they are a binding and shitty ski gear company. I guess my reading comprehension is lacking.

for what it’s worth, I’ve blown out a knee in pivots after a prerelease set on 22 din and blown out a knee in jester pros. So no matter what no binding is safe.

You blew your knee on a prerelease with a pivot set at 22? How is that proof of high din bindings being dangerous? You blew your knee because your binding didn’t hold. Sounds like you need higher din.

Also, when has there ever been a 22 din pivot?
10-29-2023, 10:45 AM
SoVT Joey

Quote:

Originally Posted by GoldenBC

You blew your knee on a prerelease with a pivot set at 22? How is that proof of high din bindings being dangerous? You blew your knee because your binding didn’t hold. Sounds like you need higher din.

Also, when has there ever been a 22 din pivot?

it means that bindings fail and fuck up regardless. They were on my DH skis. FKS are made up to 28 din. But can’t be bought essentially. They come from the race departments. Same with marker comp bindings. They have some that max at 30 din.
10-29-2023, 01:12 PM
nyskirat

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoVT Joey

it means that bindings fail and fuck up regardless. They were on my DH skis. FKS are made up to 28 din. But can’t be bought essentially. They come from the race departments. Same with marker comp bindings. They have some that max at 30 din.

Can confirm.

Knew a few kids who had the non-retail-din versions on their speed skis.
10-29-2023, 01:16 PM
gregL

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Originally Posted by ASmileyFace

And do we remotely give a shit about the world cup scene here? I sure as fuck don't and marker has a reputation on this board for a reason.

I do, and I'm fully aware that the product elite level skiers use isn't available at retail. FWIW, Marker's reputation at the World Cup level is very good.
10-30-2023, 08:16 PM
iriponsnow

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They exist. Inside the Austrian race room.

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10-31-2023, 02:51 AM
onenerdykid

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Originally Posted by iriponsnow

They exist. Inside the Austrian race room.

;)

Shops specializing in racing can get them for you. No need to book a flight to Austria.

The Atomic Icon 30 & 24 are available through shops designated as Atomic Pro Centers (APCs).
10-31-2023, 08:27 AM
ASmileyFace

Next time I have a customer who needs a 30 din binding I will make sure to recommend Marker
10-31-2023, 11:04 AM
skibrd

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Originally Posted by iriponsnow

Attachment 474549

They exist. Inside the Austrian race room.

;)

Idk why but this picture scares me

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10-31-2023, 12:58 PM
gregL

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Originally Posted by skibrd

Idk why but this picture scares me

. . . After we mount your bindings, we will work on your teeth!
10-31-2023, 01:44 PM
sb

I like how high they mount the paper towel dispenser.
10-31-2023, 03:00 PM
ezgzy

Speaking of marker products, has anyone gotten hands on the new cruise yet? I’m curious if the brakes are removable

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10-31-2023, 03:52 PM
cydwhit

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Originally Posted by ezgzy

Speaking of marker products, has anyone gotten hands on the new cruise yet? I’m curious if the brakes are removable

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Brakes come off real easily, and the 90 mm ones weigh 90 g on my scale.
10-31-2023, 05:58 PM
iriponsnow

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Originally Posted by skibrd

Idk why but this picture scares me

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11-09-2023, 09:33 PM
nyskirat

Anyone hear anything about the Marker Cruise yet? There's nothing out there AFAIK.
11-10-2023, 03:38 AM
obi wan kenobi

Quote:

Originally Posted by iriponsnow

Attachment 474549

They exist. Inside the Austrian race room.

;)

Please realize that below the new plastic cover and beside the color - those are the old Marker Comp bindings. They are very good. Hirscher used them.
11-10-2023, 06:59 PM
kid-kapow

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Originally Posted by ASmileyFace

Next time I have a customer who needs a 30 din binding I will make sure to recommend Marker

thank you - this made me laugh out loud.

I know I might live in Scandinavistan, yet Kristoffersen's musings on his lack of properly precise bindings made it onto the first page of the main national news paper just as the debate was raging on here where people were trying to say to nobody outside of racing cares - enter Norwegians going full jeebus!!!

1st world problems I know :)
11-11-2023, 02:42 AM
arild

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Originally Posted by kid-kapow

thank you - this made me laugh out loud.

I know I might live in Scandinavistan, yet Kristoffersen's musings on his lack of properly precise bindings made it onto the first page of the main national news paper just as the debate was raging on here where people were trying to say to nobody outside of racing cares - enter Norwegians going full jeebus!!!

1st world problems I know :)

Hahaha. He went to Marker, no?

https://www.vg.no/sport/alpint/i/oW8...elt-ny-hverdag

Google translate might help you out, non Scandi mags.

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11-23-2023, 12:17 PM
mn_teleswede

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Scarpa 24 catalogue

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11-23-2023, 01:21 PM
bodywhomper

Not a lot of boa on the scarpa downhill oriented boots, including the new tele boots. Is that a surprise, a disappointment, or neither?
11-23-2023, 02:27 PM
mr_pretzel

Fingers crossed this doesnt fit like a bucket!

Also a new updated ZGPT for next year.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cz_jFFVC...ViNmM2MDRjNw==
11-23-2023, 03:17 PM
onenerdykid

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Originally Posted by bodywhomper

Not a lot of boa on the scarpa downhill oriented boots, including the new tele boots. Is that a surprise, a disappointment, or neither?

BOA's H+i1 system is intended for overlap shells. They don't make one.

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