Strive 14 GW 26/27

Same DIN 14 ceiling as the MN, with the automatic GripWalk toe instead. Automatic Toe Adaptation adjusts to alpine and GripWalk soles to hold release values steady even as soles wear. LDN toe for a low, direct, neutral stance, low profile 3-part heel, ramped chassis, and roughly 45mm of elastic travel at the toe. Metal only where it is needed.

The weight saving is real and so is its cost. This is a lighter chassis than a full metal freeride binding, so skiers landing hard on big features regularly will want something burlier. Short of that, the elasticity handles chatter and landings well.

For advanced to expert all-mountain skiers who want DIN 14 retention, plenty of elasticity, and no added bulk. If you never change boot sole types, the MN version gives you the same numbers.

Brake should clear the waist by 0 to 15mm. Bring your boots in and we will set sole length, DIN and forward pressure on the bench.

It is the easiest binding in the range to live with, and our default pick for a do-everything resort ski.