Binding thoughts? Laser AX 159

[laine]

I got a screaming deal on a brand new pair of 2018 Laser AX 159 skis (half price!) that I definitely don't need. But it was kind of too good to pass up, since we've been scouting these skis (in a 175 for my husband) and we've never seen them anywhere close to that.

Anyway, I called the shop to ask what they normally mount them with and the guy there said that for that size and my weight, he puts on a Salomon Z10, since I don't need a super high DIN and I don't weigh that much. But my new boots have Grip Walk (I don't have those soles on now as not all my bindings are compatible), and I think I want the option for the future.

Do I just search for a deal on Attack 12/13s with an 85 binding? I don't really know much about bindings so open to recommendations. My DIN calculates to 6.5 right now (though I have it lowered to 5.5/6 on some skis - as I'd rather my ski come off than tweak my knee).

Thanks!

 

[BC.]

Attack12/13 > Salomon Z

 

[laine]

Attack12/13 > Salomon Z

@BC. - What about the Attack 11GW?

 

[Philpug]

Anyway, I called the shop to ask what they normally mount them with and the guy there said that for that size and my weight, he puts on a Salomon Z10, since I don't need a super high DIN and I don't weigh that much. But my new boots have Grip Walk (I don't have those soles on now as not all my bindings are compatible), and I think I want the option for the future.

No no no NOT a Z10!!! How many times do I have to write that a binding is not measured by the spring it holds. . You just bought a Porsche and the guy wants to put KMart tires on it. Well...you won't be going that fast...you don't need good tire..."

Binding options:
Look Pivot 12 WR
Look SPX12 Dual
Marker TPX 12.0
Salomon Warden 11.0 WTR
Tyrolia Attack 12/13

But no way in hell a Z10.

 

[GregK]

NO on the Attack 11! Cheaper heel construction and heel height/ramp issues with the 11. Get the Attack2 12/13 in the 85 brake as they are much better. Attack 13 are more commonly sold on their own and it’s a similar price to the 12 so just get the 13. Corbetts.com has them for $199.99 CAN.

 

[laine]

No no no NOT a Z10!!! How many times do I have to write that a binding is not measured by the spring it holds. . You just bought a Porsche and the guy wants to put KMart tires on it. Well...you won't be going that fast...you don't need good tire..."

Binding options:
Look Pivot 12 WR
Look SPX12 Dual
Marker TPX 12.0
Salomon Warden 11.0 WTR
Tyrolia Attack 12/13

But no way in hell a Z10.

Ha. Thanks @Philpug. Found Attack 13s for $169. Will take a look at the other options on the list to see what else is out there.

 

[Philpug]

Tell your chef husband that you are going to make Steak Tartare with 80/20 ground chuck...that is what putting a Z10 or Attack 11 on the Stockli is akin to . According to the shop guy...it's just beef anyway..." How can that guy be in a shop selling Stocklis?

 

[laine]

No no no NOT a Z10!!! How many times do I have to write that a binding is not measured by the spring it holds. . You just bought a Porsche and the guy wants to put KMart tires on it. Well...you won't be going that fast...you don't need good tire..."

Binding options:
Look Pivot 12 WR
Look SPX12 Dual
Marker TPX 12.0
Salomon Warden 11.0 WTR
Tyrolia Attack 12/13

But no way in hell a Z10.

Ha. Thanks @Philpug. Found Attack 13s for $169. Will take a look at the other options on the list to see what else is out there.

 

[Philpug]

Ha. Thanks @Philpug. Found Attack 13s for $169. Will take a look at the other options on the list to see what else is out there.

Did you find the right brake? they make a narrower brake (85mm) for the Attack 12/13.

 

[laine]

Tell your chef husband that you are going to make Steak Tartare with 80/20 ground chuck...that is what putting a Z10 or Attack 11 on the Stockli is akin to . According to the shop guy...it's just beef anyway..." How can that guy be in a shop selling Stocklis?

@Philpug - I shared this with Ted and he said he threw up in his mouth a little.

 

[Philpug]

@Philpug - I shared this with Ted and he said he threw up in his mouth a little.

See.

 

[laine]

Did you find the right brake? they make a narrower brake (85mm) for the Attack 12/13.

Yep, the one I found for $169 has an 85 brake - harder to find than I thought. But I'm gonna give Corbetts.com a call in the morning to see what they have as well before pulling the trigger.

 

[BC.]

@BC. - What about the Attack 11GW?

There’s a reason why the 11’s are “cheaper”.....but anyway, I see you found some Attack 13’s....jump on them for that price.

 

[Philpug]

There’s a reason why the 11’s are “cheaper”.....but anyway, I see you found some Attack 13’s....jump on them for that price.

Compared to the Attack 13's, the Attack 12's are less expensive, Attack 11's are cheaper.

 

[laine]

@Philpug & @BC. - Any recommendations on mount point for when I get them?

 

[Philpug]

@Philpug & @BC. - Any recommendations on mount point for when I get them?

On the top...definately on the top.

 

[AmyPJ]

Less ramp angle is better for we smaller footed folks.
And, I'm jealous! Have fun on those sweet new skis!

 

[ski otter 2]

As I posted to you on another thread, I A-B-ed the demo Attack 13s and Head/Tyrolia PRD 12s on two pairs of 183 AXes. The former was more playful and versatile (will still great edge), the latter was more a race-like driver. I preferred the former.

 

[laine]

Done. Attack 13s purchased on sale for $137!