Marker GRIFFON X 13 MWERKS Alpine Ski Bindings

Marker positions the GRIFFON X 13 MWERKS as a high-performance freeride alpine ski binding, designed for lighter skiers seeking direct power transfer and a precise connection to their skis. With a DIN range of 4.0 to 13.0, it is intended for intermediate to advanced skiers capable of fully utilizing its calibrated release mechanism for aggressive off-piste skiing or demanding on-piste conditions. Its construction incorporates magnesium components and a lightweight composite housing—two material choices that reduce the weight of the rocker arm without sacrificing structural rigidity. The GRIFFON X 13 MWERKS is available in three brake widths, allowing it to be precisely adapted to the geometry of your skis.

Release and Safety: Precision and Flexibility for the Committed Skier

The release range of 4.0 to 13.0 covers a broad spectrum, suitable for skiers whose biomechanical profile warrants intermediate to high values, determined by a professional based on weight, height, skill level, and sole length. The Triple Pivot Elite X toe piece system is one of the key technical features of this binding: its housing is molded as a single piece, making it more compact, stable, and lightweight. This monoblock design improves the consistency of multidirectional release, particularly during the lateral or rotational falls common in freeriding. On the heel side, the Inter Pivot X Heel system combines an integrated brake with a 20-mm adjustment range, providing sufficient adaptability to different sole lengths. The stainless steel AFD glide plate reduces friction between the boot sole and the binding, contributing to consistent and repeatable release.

Sole compatibility: Alpine and GripWalk for certified versatility

The GRIFFON X 13 MWERKS is certified for two sole standards: Alpine (ISO 5355) and GripWalk (ISO 23223). This dual compatibility allows you to use both traditional alpine ski boots with rigid soles and models with GripWalk soles, whose rounded profile makes walking off-piste easier. It is essential to verify that your boot’s sole standard matches one of these two certifications before mounting: any incompatibility poses a real safety risk. The binding is available in three brake widths—90 mm, 105 mm, and 120 mm—to be selected based on the waist width of your ski so that the brake extends slightly beyond each side.

Lightweight construction: magnesium and a reduced heel height for better snow feel

The internal components, toe pieces, and heel frame are made of magnesium, a material that combines mechanical strength with reduced weight. The binding weighs 1,130 g per binding, a weight consistent with freeride use, where the weight of the binding directly affects fatigue at the end of the day. The binding height has been lowered to 14 mm on the heel side and 9 mm on the toe side, bringing the foot closer to the ski and improving snow feel as well as edge-to-edge transition. The shorter overall design promotes a more natural ski flex, preserving the dynamic qualities of the wide skis typically used in freeriding. The redesigned alloy anti-ice rail complements this design by ensuring a reliable binding even in wet or refrozen snow conditions.

The GRIFFON X 13 MWERKS is designed for lighter skiers who enjoy freeriding or challenging slopes and want a binding that combines precise release, dual-standard compatibility, and performance-oriented construction. Its installation and DIN adjustment should be performed by a qualified technician, who can ensure settings tailored to your profile and optimal safety on the descent.