ATK TROFEO 10 Bindings

ATK Trofeo 10: A ski touring binding designed for lightness and performance

The ATK Trofeo 10 is designed for ski mountaineers and speed touring enthusiasts who prioritize lightweight gear. Weighing just 145 grams per binding, it falls into the ultralight category without sacrificing the durability required for demanding mountain use. It offers a balanced solution to the fundamental challenge of ski touring: climbing quickly and skiing safely. This ski touring binding is suitable for skiers weighing between 75 and 90 kg, on skis with a width between 60 and 82 mm.

Front toe piece: precise entry thanks to the Easy Entry System®

The front toe piece of the ATK Trofeo 10 features the Easy Entry System®, a boot-entry system designed to simplify stepping into the binding, even in difficult conditions with boots full of snow. This mechanism is compatible with boots featuring PIN TECH inserts, now a widespread standard in ski mountaineering. The toe piece does not feature a built-in size adjustment, which means the binding must be selected in advance to match the boot size. This design, which omits an adjustment plate, directly contributes to reducing the system’s overall weight.

Rear Buckle: Direct Power Transfer and Uncompromising Construction

The Trofeo 10’s heel piece is equipped with a pre-loaded titanium U-shaped spring, which ensures the boot stays securely in place during the descent. This material choice combines lightness with long-term resistance to mechanical fatigue. The heel’s elastic travel is intentionally absent, providing direct power transfer between the boot and the ski—a characteristic appreciated in disciplines where responsiveness takes precedence over shock-absorbing comfort. The heel piece does not offer positional adjustment, a deliberate choice consistent with the model’s ultralight philosophy.

Climbing wedges: three positions to adapt movement to the slope

The ATK Trofeo 10 offers three distinct walking modes, allowing you to adjust the heel position to the slope’s incline. These positions correspond to a flat stance, a +37.5 mm elevation, and a +44.5 mm elevation. This progression helps relieve strain on the calf and Achilles tendon during long ascents on steep snow, while maintaining a natural and efficient walking motion. The crampons are activated directly at the heel cup, without tools, using a simple procedure designed for quick transitions while running or ski mountaineering.

Safety and Release: Fixed Value, ISO Certification

The Trofeo 10’s release is ensured by a fixed DIN setting of 10, identical for both lateral and vertical release. This setting is not adjustable, which simplifies the design and eliminates any drift in the setting over time. This technical choice aligns with the target skier profile: an experienced skier whose body size falls within the recommended range and who accepts a predefined release setting in exchange for significant weight savings. The binding is ISO 13992 certified, the international standard for ski touring bindings, ensuring compliance with recognized safety requirements.

Compatibility and Equipment: Integrated crampons, optional brake

Here are the compatibility and equipment considerations for the ATK Trofeo 10:

• PIN TECH boot compatibility: The binding is compatible with all boots equipped with front and rear inserts, which is standard for ski mountaineering.
• Integrated, removable crampon mount: allows the binding to be adapted to icy conditions without adding third-party parts, while remaining removed when not needed.
• Optional ski brake: The binding comes without a brake; a brake can be added depending on personal preference or the demands of the activity.
• Ski compatibility: ski width between 60 and 82 mm, with a ski weight under 850 g—consistent with ultralight racing and ski mountaineering setups.

Materials and durability: 7075 aluminum machining and manufacturer certification

Virtually all components of the Trofeo 10 are machined from blocks of 7075 aluminum, a high-strength alloy used in aerospace and competitive sports. The central insert is made of POM (polyoxymethylene), an engineering polymer known for its wear resistance and low-friction properties, which protects areas subject to repeated contact. The U-shaped spring is made of titanium, combining elastic flexibility with durability. This combination of materials accounts for the lightweight design achieved without compromising structural integrity.

The ATK Trofeo 10 is a binding designed for athletes seeking to optimize every gram of their setup without sacrificing certified safety. It is particularly well-suited for challenging ski mountaineering expeditions, mountain competitions, and speed touring projects where light weight directly impacts performance on the ascent and fluidity on the descent.