Diamir Fritschi Vipec 12 Tech Binding details

Diamir Fritschi has been pretty absent from the R&D pool in the past few years when it comes to binding innovation but this is about to change. The Vipec 12 is Diamir Fritschi’s entry into the very fast growing tech binding market. They are stating that this is the world’s first ski binding to combine the lightweight pin system of a tech binding with the power transmission and pre-defined safety release of an alpine binding. The Vipec also features an Easy Switch heel and toe piece that allow the skier to switch between ski and walk mode without stepping out of the binding. They weigh in at just 1.08kg / 2lb 6oz per pair and are available with brake sizes of 120mm (XL), 108mm (L) and 95mm (M). There are also crampons available for the Vipec 12 which come in a medium and Wide version.

Have a watch of the video below from the winter Outdoor Retailer Show where John takes us through the new Vipec 12:

Features include:

- Safety Tech System features a defined front lateral release in both ski and walk mode for skiing and avalanche safety

- Integrated dynamic range in both heel and toe ensures binding won’t pre-release

- Easy Switch heel and toe allow changes between ski and walk mode without stepping out of the binding

- Three-level heel riser

- Weighs only 470 g per binding (without included brakes)

- Adjustable width wings help compatibility with any model tech insert

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The Diamir Fritschi Vipec 12 bindings will be distributed here in North America by Black Diamond.