ATK Raider 12 Alpine Touring Binding

$649.95 USD
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Features

  • Rear-mounted ski brake to hold your ski in place while clicking in
  • Elastic travel in the heel to ensure a consistent vertical release value with the natural flex of the ski
  • Elastic ski brake plate to ensure a constant lateral release value (this component works to help lateral release just as the elastic travel in the heel works to help vertical release)
  • Magneto Heel Flaps to provide a total of FIVE riser heights. That's right. The most riser height options in the game.
  • 25mm adjustment plate to accommodate different touring boots into the same binding.
  • Built-in ski crampon receptors to accept a ski crampon for icy skin tracks and predawn frozen ascents
  • A heel piece with an adjustable vertical and horizontal release value ranging from 5-12
  • Description

    A free-touring and all-mountain jewel, the ATK Raider 12 Alpine Touring Binding offers uncompromising performance at an unparalleled weight. Combining 4 different productive technologies and 6 ATK binding patents, these bindings come fully loaded and ready to fire on any mission. At 335 grams, the machined aluminum construction give these bindings the next level of durability, with user-friendly features making transitions a breeze for both the novice and experienced ski tourer.

    Tech Specs

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    Why We Like the ATK Raider 12 Alpine Touring Binding

    Giving due credit to the expert Italian craftsmanship behind the ATK Raider series, the multi-functionality packed into these svelte bindings are truly impressive in both their design and performance. Weighing 335 grams including the easy-to-maneuver rear brake, the Raider 12 is made of full machined aluminum for a durability to match the most aggressive skiing. A fully adjustable Freeride spacer is available as an accessory, upping the freeride performance on these bindings for maximum power transmission.

    Going backstage for a minute, let's dive a bit into the systems and technology behind the stoke. The Easy Entry System allows you to step in with ease even with worn out soles and not experience as much of the awkward fumbling with the toe piece. The Snow Pack Proof System helps keep the snow from building up in the toe piece to enable smooth transitions. The U.H.V. (Uphill Hardness Variator) enhances retention on the skin track, whether you are on a steep incline or sidehilling an icy slope. Compensating for wear and tear of the pins, this reduces pressure on the locking mechanism and is customized for the individual user. The CAM RELEASE SYSTEM gives one of the strongest downhill performance in the touring world due to its extremely precise release and effortless heel step in. 

    The Elastic Response System is utilized in the heel portion of the Raider 12 and provides 12 mm of elasticity to adjust to the natural ski flex during higher impact motions like jumps and compressions. This reduces the pressure on the boot-to-binding system and gives you a smoother downhill experience. Magnetized heel flaps provide five different walking modes, so you can stress your muscles less on the varying pitches of your climb and do it with ease. A built-in crampon slot easily accepts any size of ATK Binding crampons, a 25mm adjustment plate accomodates a range of similar boot sizes, and a 5-12 adjustable release system ensures security for varying types of skiers and styles.

    The beauty of the Raider 12 is how it perfectly balances power and performance with lightweight functionality and superior durability. Coming in three different color ways with a range of brake widths available, this binding has something to offer every type of skier in providing a rich experience for both the ascent and descent of every mission.

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    Customer Reviews

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    Ryan W.
    ATK Raider 12 A/T binding

    Very happy with this binding! I went from a very robust A/T binding that is highly regarded and well known. It gave me a confidence when pushing the ski into technical slopes and variable conditions. I was a little apprehensive to switch to a tech binding that was nearly 500 +- grams lighter (ATK Raider). I added the Free Ride Riser increasing the contact points of the boot and now I have the same confidence on the ski, but a heck of a lot lighter and zero hang ups during transitions. I’m very impressed with the engineering of this binding.

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    Norman B.
    ATK Raider

    Best AT binding I've ever used (others were Dynafit and Atomic). Beautifully engineered and works flawlessly. Highly recommended.

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    DAVID K.
    Awesome binding

    This binding is top rated by Blister Gear reviews and I have nothing to add to their assessment, but it tours great and skis quite well for the weight.

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    Jamie R.
    Impressive

    When are other companies going to catch up? It's amazing to me how many companies are still integrating tons of plastic in their bindings. After breaking numerous tech bindings over the years, I gave ATK a try and have been blown away at this simple, strong design. The binding is light, powerful, and instill confidence in my skiing. Not much to say other than LOVE this binding!

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    Ryan B.
    New touring setup

    Both ski and binding have performed very well. My previous touring was on a Wagner Custom ski with shift bindings. The weight savings has been extremely noticeable and nice. Still gaining confidence on 1st set of pin bindings but I can say the ATK is strong and provides lots of confidence for its weight class. The ski has performed very well for its weight. Excited to get these out next winter in a hopefully more stable snow pack throughout the entire winter. Here’s to a steep and deep winter 21/22