Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Race Plum
Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding Ski Bindings - Touring Bindings - Race Plum
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Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding

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Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding

The Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding is a race-style binding for ski mountaineers who want a light, simple binding that can fit more than one boot. It shares the Race 150's toe and heel, with vertical and lateral release fixed at 8, and adds a 20 mm adjustment rail under the heel. At 170 g per binding, with a heel that turns flat or climbs on its flap and an optional crampon slot, the Race 170 suits ski mountaineering, steep skiing and light tours for skiers up to 90 kg.

Specs Verified Ratings and setup guidance verified against manufacturer specifications.

Is This the Right Binding for You?

Best For
Ski mountaineers up to 90 kg who want a 170 g binding with fixed release at 8 and room for more than one boot.
Consider Another Binding If
You want adjustable release, a brake, or more climbing heights, or ski boots without tech inserts.

CCBB Binding Ratings

Uphill Efficiency
5/5
170 g per binding
Descent Security
3/5
Fixed 8 release, vertical and lateral
Transition Speed
4/5
Heel turns flat or climbs on its flap
Serviceability
4/5
20 mm adjustment rail, optional crampon slot

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

CCBB Binding Profile

Release RangeFixed, 8 vertical and lateral
Brake WidthNone, leash required
Riser HeightsFlat and one climbing position
Crampon CompatibleYes, optional slot
Boot CompatibilityBoots with certified tech inserts
Adjustability20 mm heel adjustment rail

Why We Like It

  • The 20 mm heel rail covers roughly three boot sizes, so one ski can fit a second pair of boots.
  • Fixed release at 8, vertical and lateral, comes from the same toe and heel as the Race 150.
  • The updated toe lever moves cleanly between locked and releasable and stays where you set it.
  • An optional stainless steel crampon slot adds Plum crampons for icy climbs.

Best Uses

  • Ski mountaineering
  • Steep skiing and couloirs
  • Light tours
  • Skiers using more than one boot
  • Skiers up to 90 kg

Mounting and Setup Advice

Release is fixed at 8, vertical and lateral, so confirm with a shop that 8 suits your weight, height, age, boot sole length and skier type. The 20 mm rail gives 10 mm either way from the mounted position.

The Race 170 has no brake, so use a leash. It needs a boot with certified tech inserts; bring your boots in so we can check the inserts and center the heel on the rail.

Mounting and setup guidance reviewed by CCBB staff.

Technical Specifications Manufacturer specs · Click to expand

Fit and Setup

Release Value
Fixed, 8 vertical and 8 lateral
Weight
170 g per binding
Brake
None, leash required
Length Adjustment
20 mm
Climbing Positions
Flat and one climbing position
Skier Weight
Up to 90 kg

Construction and Compatibility

Toe
Forged 7075 aluminum, updated lock lever
Heel
Race heel with pin flap on a 20 mm rail
Materials
Forged 7075 aluminum, stainless steel, high-strength synthetics
Crampon
Optional stainless steel crampon slot
Boot Compatibility
Pin/tech binding. Works with boots that have certified tech (pin) inserts, typically ISO 9523 (Touring) soles. Boots without tech inserts, including ISO 5355 (Alpine) and GripWalk (ISO 23223) boots without inserts, are not compatible.
Recommended Use
Ski mountaineering

Compare the Plum Race 170

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Common Questions

Who should buy the Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding?
The Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding suits ski mountaineers up to 90 kg who want a light binding with fixed release at 8 and a 20 mm heel rail for more than one boot.
What boots work with the Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding?
The Plum Race 170 is a pin/tech binding and works with boots that have certified tech (pin) inserts, typically ISO 9523 (Touring) soles. Boots without tech inserts, including ISO 5355 (Alpine) and GripWalk (ISO 23223) boots without inserts, are not compatible.
What is the release on the Race 170?
Fixed at 8, vertical and lateral, and not adjustable.
How much boot length adjustment does the Race 170 have?
20 mm, 10 mm either way, which typically covers three boot sizes.
Does the Race 170 have a brake?
No. Use a leash on every tour.
How much does the Race 170 weigh?
170 g per binding.

Our Verdict

The Plum Race 170 Ski Mountaineering Skimo Race Binding is the Race 150 with a 20 mm heel rail: fixed release at 8, a toe lever that stays where you set it and room for more than one boot, at 170 g per binding. It suits ski mountaineers who value simplicity. Skiers who want adjustable release should look at the Guide 7 or a touring binding; ski mountaineers who want a light, proven binding should start here.