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A true touring binding for dawn-to-dusk or overnight objectives, the Spark R&D Arc Splitboard Bindings are the lightest strap splitboard bindings in the world, due in part to the new for 17/18 ultra thin Pillow Line straps. Every feature is paired down to its simplest, lightest form, including the T1 Touring System, which means no more fumbling with pins in sub-zero temps and thick gloves. Instead, a simple slide and click keeps your bindings locked in tour mode, while the Forward Lean Adjuster gives you a whopping -13° for skinning. Not that this binding ignores the descent. The Rip 'N' Flip Highback has glass fiber content to add strength and responsiveness with a moderate flex. The Spark R&D Splitboard Bindings are ideal for the powhunter not afraid to go the extra mile.
Tesla T1 System – Bindings slide sideways into the touring bracket and are locked into place with a simple snap ramp. Integrated mounting claws for Spark Ibex crampon mean easy installation and removal.
Whammy Bar – A single fatty wire with a side arm lever for quick heel height change. switches easily from stowed, to low (12°), to high (18°) climbing positions and back again while touring.
CNC Machined with Maximum Cutouts – For weight saving while maintaining strength and performance.
Puck Access Through the Bindings – For on-the-go stance adjustment.
Pillow Line Straps – Thin, one-piece molded construction gives a conformed fit, while thicker ribs provide an agile, responsive flex and are completely waterproof. Toe strap is designed as a toe cap but also fits across the top of the boot. Completely waterproof.
Industry Leading Burton Buckles
Thermoplastic Materials – Produced in-house and maintain flex over a wide temperature range.
Rip 'N' Flip Highbacks – Built from 3D scans of popular splitboard boots, with an increased glass content for increased strength and response and 30% drop in weight from the classic highback.
Medium Flex
Forward Lean Adjuster – Tool free toggle transitions quickly from -13° in tour mode, to ride mode with complete customization from 0°-22°.
Puck Compatibility – Compatible with regular or canted Spark Pucks or Voile pucks. Slide them on and snap the ramp down. Snap the ramp up and slide them off. The most functional way to attach your binding to your board in ride mode. Period. Spark R&D bindings are designed to work with all puck compatible splitboard models. New for this season, Spark R&D is offering a 3° canted puck option.
Compatible with Sparks R&D Ibex Crampons
Compatible with Sparks R&D T1 Heel Locker
Includes – Bindings, Tesla touring brackets, Tesla T1 heel rests, mounting screws, and Spark pocket tool.
Size | S | M | L |
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Weight (g) | 1276 |
The new Spark R&D Spark Pucks give you almost unlimited stance options for splitboards with standard insert patterns. The oversized aluminum discs overlap the binding channels for enhanced rigidity and mount strength. Works with all Tesla and T1 Spark bindings, as well as Blaze and Burner models.
4 discs and 4 baseplates
Aluminum / Nylon
Plus or minus .25" (6.5 mm) of heel / toe adjustment for perfect centering
Plus or minus 30˚ angle adjustments
Infinite stance width and setback options
Works with all Tesla and T1 Spark bindings, as well as Blaze and Burner models