ATK HY 13 Free

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ATK Hy Free 13 Hybrid Ski Binding

A revolutionary hybrid binding that delivers alpine-grade downhill performance in a 675-gram package, unlocking the full potential of freeride touring for skiers who refuse to compromise between uphill efficiency and downhill precision. Every one of the 22 structural components per half pair is machined from 7075 aluminum for a binding that is as lightweight as it is bombproof.

Why We Carry It
It's the hybrid binding we recommend for freeride-focused ski tourers who want genuine alpine downhill performance and touring efficiency in a single binding without accepting the weight penalty of a standard alpine touring setup.

Highlights

• 675-gram total weight from 7075 aluminum construction — All 22 structural components per half pair machined from solid aerospace-grade aluminum for an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio that outperforms heavier hybrid bindings without sacrificing durability on demanding terrain.
• Alpine-grade downhill performance — The boot sits flat on the ski in ski mode, eliminating the pin-height differential typical of standard tech bindings for a true, responsive alpine binding feel on the descent. Maximum power transfer and precision without the compromise of a standard touring toe piece.
• Broad boot compatibility with AFD adjustment system — Compatible with most alpine skiing, ski mountaineering, and freeride boots. The Anti Friction Device slider adjusts with specific spacers to accommodate different sole types and thicknesses for safe, high-performance contact across a wide range of boot options.
• Seamless ski-walk transitions — Raise the toe arms for walking or rotate them forward and down for skiing without interchangeable parts or complicated mode changes. An intuitive, reliable transition system that works in all conditions with gloves on.
• Negative walk mode for flat approach efficiency — A unique feature that allows the boot heel to drop slightly below toe level in walk mode to reduce strain and improve stride efficiency on flat approaches, particularly for freeride boots with limited cuff mobility.
• Three walking modes including negative — Negative at -18mm, flat at +10mm, and raised at +42mm for efficient climbing across flat terrain, moderate slopes, and steep pitches with pole-activated adjustment.
• HY brake system with automatic walk mode lockout — Brakes lock automatically when the heel piece is pushed fully forward into walk mode with a simple press of the rear paddle. Unlocks seamlessly when transitioning back to ski mode without extra steps at the top of a run.
• Release range from 6 to 13 — A wide DIN range for a broad spectrum of skier weights and ability levels from strong intermediates to expert freeriders pushing hard on technical terrain.
• 9mm elastic heel travel — Maintains consistent contact and control in variable and chopped snow without the rigid, ejection-prone feel of a binding with less travel on demanding descents.
• 25mm boot length adjustment — Accommodates multiple boot sole lengths within a 25mm range without remounting for flexibility across different boot setups.

Best For

Freeride ski tourers and backcountry skiers who want alpine-grade downhill performance and genuine touring efficiency in an ultralight hybrid binding for wide-waisted skis and demanding objectives where both the ascent and the descent need to perform at the highest level.

Specs

Which binding fits your boot and ski? Read our touring binding guide.