Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Fritschi 90mm
Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Fritschi
Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Fritschi
Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Fritschi 90mm
Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Fritschi
Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Fritschi

Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding

$679.95
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Features

  • 5 to 13 release, lateral at the toe and vertical at the heel
  • 13 mm toe elasticity per side
  • Fixed alpine heel with rail, 9 mm vertical elasticity
  • 10 mm length compensation
  • Climbing heights at 7 and 12 degrees
  • 550 g per binding without brake
Description

The Fritschi Tecton 13 is a freeride pin binding with lateral release at the toe and a fixed alpine heel, both adjustable from 5 to 13, at 550 g per binding without brake.
Tech Specs
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Freeride Pin Touring Binding

Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding

The Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding is a pin binding for freeride tourers who want an alpine-style release on the way down and a light binding on the way up. The toe releases laterally with 13 mm of elastic travel each side, and the alpine heel on its rail releases vertically with 9 mm of elasticity, both set from 5 to 13. Weighing 550 g per binding without brake, with climbing heights at 7 and 12 degrees and 10 mm of length compensation, the Tecton 13 suits freeride touring, mixed resort and backcountry days and one-ski travel setups.

Specs Verified Ratings and setup guidance verified against manufacturer specifications.

Is This the Right Binding for You?

Best For
Freeride tourers who want lateral release at the toe and a fixed alpine heel, adjustable from 5 to 13, on a pin binding.
Consider Another Binding If
You count every gram on long climbs, set release below 5, or ski boots without tech inserts.

CCBB Binding Ratings

Uphill Efficiency
3/5
550 g per binding, two climbing heights
Descent Security
5/5
5 to 13 release, 13 mm toe travel per side
Transition Speed
4/5
Easy step-in toe, heel-locking lever
Serviceability
3/5
Swiss-made, brakes from 90 to 120 mm

Rating scale: 5 = top of its class, 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = specialized or below average, and 1 = limited.

CCBB Binding Profile

Release Range5 to 13, toe lateral and heel vertical
Brake Width90, 100, 110 or 120 mm
Riser HeightsFlat, 7 and 12 degrees
Boot CompatibilityTech-insert boots on Fritschi's list
Adjustability10 mm length compensation

Why We Like It

  • Lateral release sits at the toe, where twisting forces act in a fall, with 13 mm of elastic travel per side to absorb side shocks first.
  • The fixed alpine heel rides on a rail and gives 9 mm of vertical elasticity, holding the boot the way a resort heel does.
  • Release adjusts from 5 to 13 at both toe and heel, covering heavier skiers who sit above many pin bindings.
  • 10 mm of length compensation keeps the heel in contact as the ski bends, so release stays where it was set.

Best Uses

  • Freeride touring
  • Mixed resort and backcountry days
  • Heavier and aggressive tourers
  • One-ski travel setups
  • Touring skis wider than 70 mm

Mounting and Setup Advice

Choose the brake equal to or up to 15 mm wider than the ski waist: 90, 100, 110 or 120 mm. A shop should set toe and heel release for your weight, height, age, boot sole length and skier type and test both after mounting.

The binding needs certified tech inserts, and the alpine heel depends on the shape of the boot heel, so check your boot against Fritschi's compatibility list. Bring your boots in so we can confirm heel engagement and set the release.

Mounting and setup guidance reviewed by CCBB staff.

Technical Specifications Manufacturer specs · Click to expand

Fit and Setup

Release Value
5 to 13, lateral at the toe and vertical at the heel
Weight
550 g per binding without brake
Brake Widths
90, 100, 110, 120 mm
Toe Elasticity
13 mm per side
Heel Elasticity
9 mm vertical
Length Compensation
10 mm
Climbing Aids
Flat, 7 and 12 degrees

Construction and Compatibility

Toe
Pin toe with lateral release
Heel
Fixed alpine heel with rail
Construction
Synthetics and metal alloys, made in Switzerland
Boot Compatibility
Pin toe with alpine-style heel. Works with boots that have certified tech (pin) inserts, typically ISO 9523 (Touring) soles, and a heel shape on Fritschi's boot compatibility list. Boots without tech inserts, including ISO 5355 (Alpine) and GripWalk (ISO 23223) boots without inserts, are not compatible.
Recommended Use
Freeride ski touring

Compare the Fritschi Tecton 13

Tecton 13 vs. Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding

The Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding also uses a pin toe and alpine-style heel, with a 5 to 10 release at 695 g per binding with brake. The Tecton 13 moves lateral release to the toe and reaches 13.

Shop Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding

Tecton 13 vs. Dynafit ST Rotation 14 Alpine Touring Binding

The Dynafit ST Rotation 14 Alpine Touring Binding uses a rotating toe and 10 mm of forward pressure with a 7 to 14 release, at 605 g per binding. Compare heel design and release range with a shop.

Shop Dynafit ST Rotation 14 Alpine Touring Binding

Tecton 13 vs. Cast Touring System Freetour 2.0 Pivot 15

The CAST Freetour 2.0 Pivot 15 swaps in a full alpine toe for the descent, with a 6 to 15 release at 1,340 g per binding. The Tecton 13 tours at 550 g without swapping parts.

Shop Cast Touring System Freetour 2.0 Pivot 15

Common Questions

Who should buy the Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding?
The Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding suits freeride tourers who want toe lateral release and a fixed alpine heel, both adjustable from 5 to 13, at 550 g per binding without brake.
What boots work with the Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding?
The Fritschi Tecton 13 is a pin toe with an alpine-style heel. It works with boots that have certified tech (pin) inserts, typically ISO 9523 (Touring) soles, and a heel shape on Fritschi's boot compatibility list. Boots without tech inserts, including ISO 5355 (Alpine) and GripWalk (ISO 23223) boots without inserts, are not compatible.
What is the release range on the Tecton 13?
5 to 13 at both the toe and heel.
How many climbing heights does the Tecton 13 have?
Two, at 7 and 12 degrees, plus flat.
What brake size do I need?
Choose a brake equal to or up to 15 mm wider than the ski waist. Brakes come in 90, 100, 110 and 120 mm.
How much does the Tecton 13 weigh?
550 g per binding without brake.

Our Verdict

The Fritschi Tecton 13 Alpine Touring Binding pairs a pin toe that releases laterally with 13 mm of travel per side and a fixed alpine heel that releases vertically, both from 5 to 13, at 550 g per binding without brake. Two climbing heights and 10 mm of length compensation round it out. Skiers who want the lightest climb should look at a minimalist pin binding; freeride tourers who want alpine-style release should start here.

The Fritschi Tecton 13 is a freeride pin binding with lateral release at the toe and a fixed alpine heel, both adjustable from 5 to 13, at 550 g per binding without brake.