{"product_id":"karakoram-ultra-ranger-split-interface-splitboard-binding","title":"Karakoram Ultra Ranger + Split Interface Splitboard Binding","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.ccbb-ski-page {\n    --ccbb-border: #d9d9d9;\n    --ccbb-light: #f5f5f3;\n    --ccbb-text: #222222;\n    --ccbb-muted: #666666;\n    --ccbb-bar-filled: #222222;\n    --ccbb-bar-empty: #dedede;\n    --ccbb-radius: 8px;\n    color: var(--ccbb-text);\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.55;\n    margin: 32px auto;\n    max-width: 1200px;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n  }\n  .ccbb-ski-page *,\n  .ccbb-ski-page *::before,\n  .ccbb-ski-page *::after { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .ccbb-ski-page h2,\n  .ccbb-ski-page h3,\n  .ccbb-ski-page h4 { line-height: 1.2; margin-top: 0; }\n  .ccbb-ski-page h2 { font-size: clamp(26px, 3vw, 38px); margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .ccbb-ski-page h3 { font-size: 21px; margin-bottom: 12px; }\n  .ccbb-ski-page h4 { font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 10px; }\n  .ccbb-ski-page p { margin: 0 0 16px; 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}\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-ski-page\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section ccbb-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-eyebrow\"\u003eSoft Boot Splitboard Binding with Interface\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKarakoram Ultra Ranger + Split Interface Splitboard Binding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ccbb-lead\"\u003eThe Karakoram Ultra Ranger + Split Interface Splitboard Binding is a soft-boot splitboard binding for riders who want a solid snowboard connection on the descent and still tour long days. Active Joining, Karakoram's lever-locked spring preload, clamps the binding to the included Ride Mode 3.0 interface with no play in ride mode, and a Carbon Nyolite highback, Karakoram's carbon-reinforced composite, rated 7\/10 for flex adds support without bulk. On the skin track a quarter turn drops the highback to -8° for a longer stride and the DualSpeed Risers flip up with a pole basket, which suits big tour days, steep descents and riders who want one pair of bindings for every board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-expert-line\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-expert-badge\"\u003eSpecs Verified\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRatings and setup guidance verified against manufacturer specifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This the Right Binding for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-grid ccbb-grid-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-card-title\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-quick-answer\"\u003eSoft-boot splitboarders who put ride feel and edge hold first, tour often, and want the option to move the same bindings onto a solid snowboard.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-card-title\"\u003eConsider Another Binding If\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-quick-answer\"\u003eYou tour in hardboots, or you already run a puck-based interface across several boards and want to keep one system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCCBB Binding Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eUphill Efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e4\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003e-8° walk mode, two riser heights\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eDescent Security\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--5\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e5\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003ePreloaded Active Joining, 7\/10 highback\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eTransition Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e4\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003eDrop-on Ride Mode 3.0, lever lock\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-label\"\u003eServiceability\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-rating-bar\" role=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-bar__fill ccbb-rating-bar__fill--4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-number\"\u003e4\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-rating-description\"\u003eStraps and spare parts sold individually\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ccbb-rating-key\"\u003eRating scale: 5 = top of its class, 4 = excellent, 3 = good, 2 = specialized or below average, and 1 = limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCCBB Binding Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eBrake Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eNone. Splitboard bindings do not use brakes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eRiser Heights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eTwo heights, DualSpeed Riser set with a pole basket\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eBoot Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eSoft snowboard boots only\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eAdjustability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eForward lean 0° to 22° in 2° steps, -8° walk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-fit-item\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-label\"\u003eMount Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-fit-value\"\u003eRide Mode 3.0 and Tour Mode, included\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-grid ccbb-grid-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive Joining spring-loads the binding to the Ride Mode 3.0 interface when you close the lever, creating preloaded contact points out toward the edges. That removes the play a slip-fit puck system allows, and it is the reason a Karakoram setup rides closer to a solid board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Ride-Stride switches the highback between a preset ride lean of 0° to 22°, in 2° steps, and a -8° walk mode with a 90° turn of one adjuster. Nothing small to fiddle with in cold gloves, and the highback stops pushing on your calf on the climb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRide Mode 3.0 has a smaller footprint and more snow clearance than earlier Karakoram interfaces, so packed snow is less likely to block the binding when you drop it on at a changeover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Ultra Ranger is a two-way binding: add Karakoram Quiver-Connectors to a solid snowboard and the same pair rides resort laps, with no second set of bindings to buy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplitboard touring for riders who rate the descent first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep, firm and wind-affected descents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong tour days on a soft boot setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders running a splitboard and a solid board with one pair of bindings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTree runs and powder days with a supportive 7\/10 highback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMounting and Setup Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultra Ranger ships with everything the board side of a Karakoram setup needs: the bindings, the Ride Mode 3.0 interface, the Tour Mode brackets, and DualSpeed Risers with Heel-Lock. The interface mounts to standard splitboard inserts, so check your board's inserts before you plan stance. Sizes run Small, Medium and Large; size to your boot, and bring the boot in if you sit between sizes. Riding a solid snowboard too means adding Karakoram Quiver-Connectors to that board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo details are worth knowing before the first tour. The Heel-Lock clamps the heel down on the fly for flat approaches and folds away when you do not need it; Karakoram rates its release load as equivalent to a DIN 6, but it is not certified, and the Ultra Ranger is a non-release soft-boot binding. And if you already own Karakoram gear, Ride Mode 3.0 works with all Prime System bindings including the Guide HB, while Prime1, Prime SL and Women's Small Nomad-W and X-W need a small modification. Bring older parts in and we will check them before you mix generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ccbb-rating-key\"\u003eMounting and setup guidance reviewed by CCBB splitboard staff. Confirm interface and stance against your board before drilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ccbb-spec-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-summary-main\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-icon\"\u003e📏\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-heading\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-subheading\"\u003eManufacturer specs · Click to expand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ccbb-spec-toggle\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-columns\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-group\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFit and Setup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003eSmall, Medium, Large\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003eBindings, Ride Mode 3.0 interface, Tour Mode brackets, DualSpeed Risers with Heel-Lock\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForward Lean\u003c\/strong\u003eRide Mode 0° to 22° in 2° increments, Surf Mode 0° or 11°, Walk Mode -8°\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRisers\u003c\/strong\u003eDualSpeed Riser, two heights, flipped with a pole basket\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeel-Lock\u003c\/strong\u003eOn-the-fly heel lock down, folds away. Release load equivalent to a DIN 6, not certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold Separately\u003c\/strong\u003eQuiver-Connectors for solid snowboards, skins, crampons\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-group\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConstruction and Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis\u003c\/strong\u003eAsymmetric Carbon Nyolite composite chassis: high outside sidewall, dropped inside sidewall\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighback\u003c\/strong\u003eReactive Highback in Carbon Nyolite composite, flex 7\/10\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamping\u003c\/strong\u003eESP elastomeric suspension pads\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFootbed\u003c\/strong\u003eEVA, the lightest footbed in the Karakoram line\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware\u003c\/strong\u003eCustom anodized 7075-T6 aluminum screws\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckles\u003c\/strong\u003eRecycled carbon fiber tow\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003eRide Mode 3.0 and Tour Mode with Active Joining preload\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoot Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003eSoft snowboard boots. Splitboard soft bindings only. Not compatible with ISO 5355 (Alpine), GripWalk (ISO 23223), ISO 9523 (Touring), pin\/tech or telemark bindings. Board side: the included Karakoram Ride Mode 3.0 and Tour Mode interface mounts to standard splitboard inserts. Solid snowboards require Karakoram Quiver-Connectors, sold separately.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease\u003c\/strong\u003eNone. Non-release soft-boot binding\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/strong\u003eSplitboard touring and freeride\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare the Karakoram Ultra Ranger\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-grid ccbb-grid-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card ccbb-card--bordered ccbb-comparison-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUltra Ranger vs. Spark R\u0026amp;D Arc ST Bindings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo different interface philosophies. The Spark R\u0026amp;D Arc ST Bindings slide into a touring bracket and lock with a snap ramp, ride on pucks sold separately, and weigh 628 g per binding in a Medium. The Ultra Ranger includes its own interface and clamps to it with a lever-loaded preload. Riders who want the most solid ride feel lean Karakoram; riders who want pucks on several boards lean Spark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"ccbb-comparison-link\" href=\"\/search?q=Spark+R%26D+Arc+ST+Bindings\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eShop Spark R\u0026amp;D Arc ST Bindings\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card ccbb-card--bordered ccbb-comparison-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUltra Ranger vs. Spark R\u0026amp;D Surge ST\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spark R\u0026amp;D Surge ST is the stiffer of Spark's two soft boot bindings, with stiffer highbacks and a larger ankle strap than the Arc ST, and it is the closer match to the Ultra Ranger's supportive 7\/10 highback. Pucks are still sold separately on the Spark, while the Ultra Ranger ships with its interface. Interface preference decides more than flex here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"ccbb-comparison-link\" href=\"\/search?q=Spark+R%26D+Surge+ST\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eShop Spark R\u0026amp;D Surge ST\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-card ccbb-card--bordered ccbb-comparison-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUltra Ranger vs. Nitro Vertical ST Splitbindings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are soft boot splitboard bindings, and the two systems are not cross-compatible. The Nitro Vertical ST Splitbindings run on pucks, while the Ultra Ranger uses Karakoram's own Ride Mode 3.0 with Active Joining. Compare on interface, on what is included in the box, and on whether you want to move the bindings to a solid board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"ccbb-comparison-link\" href=\"\/search?q=Nitro+Vertical+ST+Splitbindings\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eShop Nitro Vertical ST Splitbindings\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section ccbb-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho should buy the Karakoram Ultra Ranger + Split Interface Splitboard Binding?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eThe Karakoram Ultra Ranger suits soft-boot splitboarders who rate the descent first and tour often. Active Joining preloads the binding to the included Ride Mode 3.0 interface for a solid-board feel, the 7\/10 Carbon Nyolite highback adds support, and the -8° walk mode and DualSpeed Risers keep long climbs efficient.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat boots and boards work with the Karakoram Ultra Ranger?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eThe Karakoram Ultra Ranger takes soft snowboard boots only. It is a splitboard soft binding and is not compatible with ISO 5355 (Alpine), GripWalk (ISO 23223) or ISO 9523 (Touring) boots, or with pin\/tech or telemark setups, so hardboot touring setups are out. On the board side, the included Ride Mode 3.0 and Tour Mode interface mounts to standard splitboard inserts. Solid snowboards need Karakoram Quiver-Connectors, sold separately.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes the Heel-Lock make the Ultra Ranger a release binding?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eNo. Karakoram rates the Heel-Lock release load as equivalent to a DIN 6, but it is not certified, and that number is easy to misread. The Heel-Lock is a touring convenience that holds your heel down on flat approaches, and the Ultra Ranger is a non-release soft-boot binding in both tour and ride mode. Do not treat it as a safety release.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat comes in the box, and what else do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eThe Ultra Ranger ships with the bindings, the Ride Mode 3.0 interface, the Tour Mode brackets and DualSpeed Risers with Heel-Lock, so a splitboard with standard inserts needs nothing else on the binding side. Skins and crampons are separate purchases, and riding a solid snowboard needs Karakoram Quiver-Connectors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow does Dual Ride-Stride work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eOne adjuster on the highback rotates 90° between two settings. Ride Mode holds a forward lean you preset between 0° and 22° in 2° steps; Walk Mode drops the highback to -8° so it stops pushing on your calf and you stride further. There are no small parts to remove, so the change takes seconds with gloves on.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWill Ride Mode 3.0 work with my older Karakoram bindings?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-faq-answer\"\u003eMostly. Karakoram states Ride Mode 3.0 is compatible with all Prime System bindings, including the Guide HB. Prime1, Prime SL, and Women's Small Nomad-W and X-W bindings need a small modification first. If you are mixing generations, bring the parts in and we will check them before you ride.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ccbb-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccbb-verdict\"\u003eThe Karakoram Ultra Ranger + Split Interface Splitboard Binding is the pick for soft-boot riders who want their splitboard to ride like a solid board. Active Joining clamps the binding to the included Ride Mode 3.0 interface with no play, a 7\/10 Carbon Nyolite highback gives real support, and Dual Ride-Stride drops to -8° with a quarter turn for the climb. The interface is in the box, and Quiver-Connectors turn the same pair into resort bindings. Know that the Heel-Lock is a touring aid, not a release, and plan skins and crampons as separate purchases.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Karakoram","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":67532030836927,"sku":"50142R-1S","price":649.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":67532030869695,"sku":"50142R-2S","price":649.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":67532030902463,"sku":"50142R-3S","price":649.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/7103\/files\/Ultra-Ranger-Sideview.webp?v=1791467726","url":"https:\/\/cripplecreekbc.com\/products\/karakoram-ultra-ranger-split-interface-splitboard-binding","provider":"Cripple Creek Backcountry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}