ATK Bindings Raider 13 Evo

The Raider 13 EVO offers the Easy Entry System, snow pack proof design, Cam Release System, Magneto Heel Flap, and all the other features that make the ATK Raider 12 so special. So, what is the EVOlution, you ask? It's simple, yet technically advanced, as it addresses two key issues: automatic locking of the stopper in ascent mode and reduced tolerance in the lateral release value. Here's how it works: when you rotate the heel part of the binding 180° and step out for the first time, the stopper locks automatically. You still have two effective and practical climbing aids. When you rotate the heel part back 180° for the descent, the stopper is reactivated. This eliminates the hassle of fiddling with the stopper. With the ability to adjust the lateral release value at the front as well, safety is enhanced. Traditionally, classic pin bindings always clamp at the front (toe part) with the same force, and the release value is set at the back (heel part). With the Raider 13 EVO, the release value is adjustable both at the front and the back. This means that the toe and heel parts work better together, and the set release value can be maintained more accurately. Of course, there are some minor drawbacks: the binding is 35 grams heavier than the Raider 12, and the stand height increases by a few millimeters. However, in terms of comfort and safety, the Raider 13 EVO definitely outshines its competitors.