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2013 Winter Buyer's Guide
Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Voile Switchback X2

By: Category: Winter Buyer's Guide, Women's, Ski Gear, Backcountry Ski Bindings, Gear
Voile Switchback X2 Photo: Voile

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BEST FOR: TELEMARK

In its second year, the X2, one of the lightest free-pivoting bindings on the market, has proven itself to be an intuitive, powerful backcountry workhorse for driving all but the most gigantic skis. Touring performance is excellent, with a simple mechanism and easy mode changes. Testers called it an “all-in-one combo” with “lateral stiffness on par with bigger bindings.” Pair it with a medium-stiff boot for maximum return. 3.1 lbs

Tourability: 5
Power: 3.5

Brand: Voile

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