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Spark R&D Tech Toes
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Hardboot Splitboard Touring Toe
Spark R&D Tech Toes
The Spark R&D Tech Toes are a splitboard-specific tech toe for hardboot riders who want to skin on tech-insert boots without a toe adapter. The toe mounts straight to the splitboard touring bracket hole pattern and has built-in claw mounts for Spark's D Rex crampons. At 122 g per toe, paired with Spark's Hardboot Dual Height Wires for climbing, the Tech Toes suit hardboot splitboarding, splitboard mountaineering and long tours.
Is This the Right Tech Toe for You?
Best For
Hardboot splitboarders who want a light touring toe that mounts to the touring bracket pattern without an adapter.
Consider Another Option If
You ride soft boots, want a complete touring and ride system in one product, or your boots lack tech toe inserts.
Why We Like It
- The integrated touring bracket hole pattern removes the need for a toe adapter, saving weight and parts.
- Built-in claw mounts take Spark D Rex crampons for icy climbs.
- At 122 g per toe, the touring side of a hardboot split stays light.
- The toe pairs with Spark's Hardboot Dual Height Wires for the climb and the Dyno DH for the descent.
Best Uses
- Hardboot splitboarding
- Splitboard mountaineering
- Long tours
- Icy climbs with D Rex crampons
- Riders building a Spark hardboot setup
Technical Specifications Manufacturer specs · Click to expand
Contents and Fit
- Weight
- 122 g per toe
- Mounting
- Splitboard touring bracket hole pattern, no adapter
- Crampon
- Built-in claw mounts for D Rex crampons
Compatibility
- Boot Compatibility
- Alpine touring boots with certified tech (pin) toe inserts. Soft snowboard boots are not compatible.
- Pairs With
- Hardboot Dual Height Wires for climbing, a hardboot ride binding such as the Dyno DH for the descent
- Use
- Splitboard touring only
Common Questions
Who should buy the Spark R&D Tech Toes?
The Spark R&D Tech Toes suit hardboot splitboarders who want a 122 g touring toe that mounts straight to the touring bracket pattern.
What boots work with the Spark R&D Tech Toes?
Alpine touring boots with certified tech (pin) toe inserts. Soft snowboard boots are not compatible.
Do I need a toe adapter?
No. The toes mount to the splitboard touring bracket hole pattern.
What else do I need?
Spark's Hardboot Dual Height Wires for the climb and a hardboot ride binding, such as the Dyno DH, for the descent.
Do they take crampons?
Yes. Built-in claw mounts take Spark D Rex crampons.
Can I use them on skis?
No. The Spark Tech Toe is intended for splitboard touring only.
Our Verdict
The Spark R&D Tech Toes mount straight to the splitboard touring pattern at 122 g per toe, with claw mounts for D Rex crampons. Pair them with Hardboot Dual Height Wires and a ride binding like the Dyno DH for a complete hardboot setup.
