ATK CREST 10 RED Ski Touring Bindings

The ATK Crest 10 Red touring ski binding is designed for ski tourers seeking a balance between light weight and reliability on the descent. Machined in Italy from select alloys, it’s designed for both technical high-mountain excursions and demanding ski-mountaineering days. Weighing 295 grams per binding, it fits naturally into a performance-oriented setup without unnecessarily adding weight to the ski.

Construction and Materials of the CREST 10 RED

The Crest 10 Red is made from 7075 aluminum, an alloy renowned for its strength-to-weight ratio, combined with POM and stainless steel for areas subject to friction and stress. This combination of materials gives the binding the structural strength needed for skis with a reference weight between 1,000 and 1,500 grams and a width between 80 and 97 mm. The brake, available in 86 mm and 91 mm widths across the offered models, is thus compatible with a wide range of versatile touring skis.

Release and walking technologies designed for ski touring

The Cam Release system manages lateral release at the front toe piece, while the Elastic Response integrated into the heel piece absorbs micro-stresses during descents to minimize unintended releases. The DIN release range covers values from 4 to 10, corresponding to a recommended skier weight between 40 and 85 kg. The heel also features the MagnetoHeel Flaps lever, which makes it easy to adjust the heel lifts even while wearing gloves, and offers three walking positions: flat, +27 mm, and +46 mm, to adapt calf support to the slope. The heel’s 12 mm spring travel contributes to torsional tolerance during ascents. Compatibility is limited to ski touring boots equipped with tech inserts.

Versatility and User Adjustments

The Speed Toe Piece features a design optimized for precise engagement, though it does not offer independent release adjustment for this component. However, the boot size adjustment offers a 20 mm range, allowing the binding to be adjusted to different sole lengths without complex tools. The AP braking system rounds out the package by ensuring the ski stays secured in the event of a release. It should be noted that the release characteristics of this binding have not been certified by an independent third-party organization.

The CREST 10 RED is a unisex ski touring binding from the Winter 2026 collection, designed and manufactured in Italy for skiers seeking lightness and responsiveness in the mountains.