Touring Bindings ATK C-Raider 12 Elan Edition

Touring Bindings ATK C-Raider 12 Elan Edition

While most people think of carbon as something light and fragile, ATK proves the opposite with their C-Raider 12 bindings. Through numerous innovations and development, carbon becomes synonymous with an almost indestructible material that achieves a surprisingly low weight.

The new C-Raider 12 model combines the existing Crest and R12 binding families in both performance and component design. The biggest innovation lies in the advanced construction of the toe piece, which incorporates carbon inserts, reducing weight from 330 grams (on the comparable R12 model) to an impressive 305 grams! The heel piece is designed following the R12 pattern; vertical release is enabled by the proven, precise Cam Release System, which delivers reliable release in the event of a fall while the Rolling-In technology provides smooth ski boot engagement.

Technologies:

• Cam Release System®: the most advanced of ATK's patented systems. Describes the construction and performance of the heel piece, which enables grip and release of the boot in case of a fall. A pre-loaded spring pushes a special system against the heel pins, ensuring precise release depending on the individually set value. The advantages of this system are evident in uncompromising performance and stability of the touring boot under extreme loads (compared to other systems) and the smoothest boot engagement. The system operates with exceptional precision and achieves surprisingly low weight relative to its functionality. Release value is adjustable (5-12).
• Elastic Response System®: a system that allows natural ski flex without unwanted release. This system consists of a spring mounted in the rear of the binding. After loading, the heel piece simply moves back to its original position.
• Rolling In System®: the proven material for heel pins of touring boots - titanium - is finished with a thin layer of hardened steel at the end, which extends the binding's lifespan and protects against excessive wear. Boot engagement is further facilitated by rotating groove rods in the heel U-system.
• Snow Pack Proof System®: a special shape of the toe piece prevents unwanted snow buildup under the spring, ensuring smooth engagement.
• Magneto Heel Flap System®: heel piece construction allows 5 different inclination modes and fast switching between them thanks to magnetic inserts.

C-Raider 12 Binding Features

• Material: Alu 7075, stainless steel, 30% carbon
• Compatible with Freeride Spacer AL09
• Release value: 5-12
• Toe-heel distance adjustment: 25mm
• Walk modes: 5 (flat, +27.5 mm, +30mm, +44mm, +49mm)
• Heel Elastic System: 12mm
• Brake width: 86, 91, 97, 102, 108
• Weight: 305 g