I saw the boots and bindings on display at the Eastern Canadian
Championships last week-end. I wasn't able to try the boot but I looked
closely at the binding. I like the idea of getting rid of the bumber (which
are prone to coming loose and are crumbling with time). However, the new
system looks a bit flimsy: a tiny plastic hook attached to a woven belt,
tensioned by a spring. Lots of small pieces and linking points. The only
advantage I see is that the spring tension can be adjusted. But is this
really a need or a marketing gimmick?

BarryT

"Gene Goldenfeld" wrote in message
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Same question. My first thought was that it would move the boot's flex
point back, but that's not apparent from the marketing video. Right now,
flex point is the main difference between the stiff-feeling Race 9 and
the Combi (Active 8 and maybe Pro). Other brands have much softer
forefoot flex. It may be that Salomon is just replacing the bumper's
function and something about it inhibits rolling up too early. Just
have to wait and see.

Gene

wrote:

I saw Salomon's new twin axis classic binding. They claim it reduces
the rolling up on the ball of the foot when kicking and eliminates the
need for a bumper. Sounds pretty weird because I thought it was good
to finish off the ball of the foot. Perhaps Salomon needs a new gimic
since Rottfella came up the clip on NIS binding. A great idea
considering no more screw holes and the option of positioning the
binding. My spin is it will behave like trying to classic in a really
stiff sole skate boot in which the ski wants to stay in contact with
boot heel. Any other thoughts?