alpine binding - / ˈælpaɪn ˈbaɪndɪŋ / -
noun
Device to hold alpine ski boots to your skis. Attached to skis by screws & glue. These allow the boot to be held securely whilst skiing. The binding holds the boot heel and toe cups in place utilising a spring-loaded mechanism. The toe piece of the boot is inserted into the front of the binding, then the heel is then forced down to activate a 'locking' mechanism in the rear part of the binding. These bindings include a safety mechanism that will automatically 'release' the boot when a preset force is applied. The measurement setting used for release is know as DIN.
\\ I'm on the hunt for an alpine binding that's compatible with a traditional alpine and gripwalk soles - what can you recommend?