Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Marker 75-100 MM
Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Marker
Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Marker 75-100 MM
Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Freeride Marker

Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding

$659.99
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Size
1 in stock
Features

  • Alpine-style Kingpin heel with XXL power transmitters
  • 5 to 10 vertical and lateral release
  • Carbon-reinforced ISI step-in toe
  • Climbing aids at 0, 7 and 13 degrees
  • 25 mm heel adjustment
  • 695 g per binding with brake
Description

The Marker Kingpin 10 is a pin-toe touring binding with an alpine-style heel, a 5 to 10 release and climbing aids at 0, 7 and 13 degrees, at 695 g per binding.
Tech Specs
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Freeride Pin Touring Binding

Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding

The Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding is a pin-toe touring binding with an alpine-style heel for lighter freeride tourers who want resort-like power transfer on the descent. The carbon-reinforced ISI toe guides the boot onto the pins, and the Kingpin heel grips the boot with wide contact points and XXL power transmitters, with release adjustable from 5 to 10. At 695 g per binding with brake, with climbing aids at 0, 7 and 13 degrees and 25 mm of heel adjustment, the Kingpin 10 suits freeride touring, resort-to-backcountry days and skiers from 30 to 105 kg.

Specs Verified Ratings and setup guidance verified against manufacturer specifications.

Is This the Right Binding for You?

Best For
Lighter freeride tourers who want an alpine-style heel for power on the descent and a release adjustable from 5 to 10.
Consider Another Binding If
You set release above 10, want the lightest pin binding for long climbs, or ski boots without tech inserts.

CCBB Binding Ratings

Uphill Efficiency
3/5
695 g per binding, three walk modes
Descent Security
4/5
5 to 10 release, alpine-style heel
Transition Speed
4/5
ISI step-in toe, pole-set climbing aids
Serviceability
4/5
Two brake ranges, shared Kingpin/Alpinist crampon

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 10 vertical and lateral
Brake Width75 to 100 or 100 to 125 mm
Riser Heights0, 7 and 13 degrees
Crampon CompatibleYes, Kingpin/Alpinist crampons
Boot CompatibilityTech-insert boots on Marker's list
Adjustability25 mm heel adjustment

Why We Like It

  • The Kingpin heel holds the boot with wide contact points, which delivers power transfer closer to an alpine binding than a pin heel and reduces the chance of a false release.
  • XXL power transmitters in the heel keep the boot centered laterally with little friction.
  • The carbon-reinforced ISI toe has a wide footprint with an integrated stop, which positions the boot so the pins close with a light push.
  • Climbing aids at 7 and 13 degrees sit at the top center of the heel, so you can set them with the pole basket without looking.

Best Uses

  • Freeride ski touring
  • Resort and backcountry days on one setup
  • Lighter freeride skiers from 30 to 105 kg
  • Skiers moving from frame bindings to pins
  • Wide touring skis up to 125 mm underfoot

Mounting and Setup Advice

Kingpin brakes cover ranges rather than single widths: 75 to 100 mm or 100 to 125 mm. Pick the range that includes your ski's waist. The heel gives 25 mm of adjustment for different boot sole lengths. A shop should set the 5 to 10 release for your weight, height, age, boot sole length and skier type, then test it after mounting.

The Kingpin 10 needs a boot with certified tech inserts, and the alpine-style heel also depends on the heel shape, so check your boot against Marker's compatibility list before ordering. Bring your boots in and we will confirm the 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 10 vertical and lateral
Weight
695 g per binding with brake
Brake Widths
75 to 100 mm, 100 to 125 mm
Heel Adjustment
25 mm
Climbing Aids
0, 7 and 13 degrees
Skier Weight
30 to 105 kg

Construction and Compatibility

Toe
Carbon-reinforced ISI pin toe with integrated stop
Heel
Kingpin alpine-style heel with XXL power transmitters
Crampon
Kingpin/Alpinist crampons
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 Marker'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 Marker Kingpin 10

Kingpin 10 vs. Marker Kingpin M-Werks 12 Alpine Touring Binding

The Marker Kingpin M-Werks 12 Alpine Touring Binding uses the Kingpin toe and heel design with a release that reaches 12. Choose by the release value a shop sets for you.

Shop Marker Kingpin M-Werks 12 Alpine Touring Binding

Kingpin 10 vs. Fritschi Tecton 13 Touring Binding

The Fritschi Tecton 13 Touring Binding also pairs a pin toe with an alpine heel, adds lateral release at the toe and reaches 13, at 550 g per binding without brake. Compare heel engagement with your boot.

Shop Fritschi Tecton 13 Touring Binding

Kingpin 10 vs. Salomon S/Lab Shift² 10 MNC Touring Binding

The Salomon S/Lab Shift² 10 MNC Touring Binding tours on pins and converts to an alpine toe for the descent, so it also takes alpine and GripWalk soles. The Kingpin 10 stays a pin binding with an alpine-style heel.

Shop Salomon S/Lab Shift² 10 MNC Touring Binding

Common Questions

Who should buy the Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding?
The Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding suits lighter freeride tourers who want resort-like power on the descent from a pin binding. The alpine-style heel and a 5 to 10 release fit skiers from 30 to 105 kg, at 695 g per binding with brake.
What boots work with the Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding?
The Marker Kingpin 10 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 Marker'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 Kingpin 10?
5 to 10, vertical and lateral. A shop should set and test it for your weight, height, age, boot sole length and skier type.
What brake size do I need for the Kingpin 10?
Kingpin brakes cover ranges: 75 to 100 mm or 100 to 125 mm. Pick the range that includes your ski's waist.
How much does the Kingpin 10 weigh?
695 g per binding with brake.
What climbing heights does the Kingpin 10 have?
0, 7 and 13 degrees, set with the pole basket.

Our Verdict

The Marker Kingpin 10 Alpine Touring Binding gives lighter freeride tourers the power of an alpine-style heel on a pin binding: wide contact points, XXL power transmitters and a release adjustable from 5 to 10. At 695 g per binding with brake, the binding weighs more than a minimalist pin binding and far less than a frame. Skiers who set release above 10 should look at the Kingpin M-Werks 12 or Tecton 13; lighter skiers who want to ski hard after the climb should start here.

The Marker Kingpin 10 is a pin-toe touring binding with an alpine-style heel, a 5 to 10 release and climbing aids at 0, 7 and 13 degrees, at 695 g per binding.