Rocker Camber Rocker – Ski profile with rocker at the tip and tail, camber in the middle. Reducing the pressure on the edge at the tip and tail makes the ski even easier to handle and increases flotation on powder snow. The camber guarantees great grip on packed snow.

Flip Core Technology – The famed Blizzard Flip Core process matches the core contour with the intended rocker profile so core and laminates act in harmony and don't require re-shaping in the mold.

Ultralight Paulownia Core

Carbon Drive Technology – Blizzard integrates a 3D unidirectional carbon fiber frame over a Paulownia wood core with sidewalls underfoot. The 3D geometry of the carbon frame provides optimal flex and torsional rigidity, and a level of downhill performance that is unprecedented in an alpine touring ski.

Titanal Binding Interface

Top & Bottom Light Directional Fiberglass Layers

Super Light Fiberglass Bottom Layer

Sandwich Compound Sidewall – All Blizzard skis with the exception of some junior skis are built with ABS or Phenol sidewalls for superior performance (stability, power transmission, handling) and durability.

Sintered Graphite Base

We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.

Kingpin Tech Toe with Sixpack Power Springs – The PinTech design on the KingPin toe piece promotes an ergonomic rolling of the foot and the most direct possible connection to the ski. Six steel springs capture the energy optimally. Individually adjustable positioning blocks make it quick and easy to step in no matter what the conditions.

Adjustable Easy Step-In – Individually adjustable boot stops position the boot in the right place and make it easy to step in, regardless of the brand or model of boot (set the exact configuration using the included adjustment gauge). Simply push the toe of the boot up to the boot stops, apply pressure to the toes and you're already finished. The pins click securely into the inserts. The system will then only open if the pre-configured release force is produced. The boot stops are delivered at a default setting that accommodates roughly 80% of the boots on the market. Changes to the standard settings can be made when the bindings are mounted.

Updated Toe – These bindings have updated toe pieces from Marker and are not affected by the August, 2018 recall.

Kingpin Heel | XXL Power Transmitter – The revolutionary heel construction has widely placed contact points to hold the boot heel on its outermost edge. This eliminates wobble when initiating turns and transmits power more smoothly to the ski. This is a huge benefit over other pintech binding designs that transmit power via two small metal pins positioned close to one another at the boot's heel, creating an unstable connection for power transfer.

Kingpin Climbing Aids – Good climbing aids have one thing in common: Whatever the situation, they can be operated by feel, even when the skier can't see them clearly. Simplicity is a virtue here, and reduced exertion is even better. The Kingpin wins hearts and minds through two integrated climbing aids (7° and 13°) that are easily deployed or stowed using the basket of the pole. They can also be operated conveniently using the tip of the pole, allowing them to work with any basket style. Because the climbing aids are positioned in the upper center of the heel piece, they are always easy to reach.

Easy Access Tour Mode – The heelpiece of the Kingpin binding slides into touring mode by moving the lever at midfoot. Brakes stay deployed until you take the first step and depress the anti-friction pad, lessening the chance of losing a ski.

Requires a Boot with Tech Toe Fittings

Non-ISO 9523 Soles – Shortened AT boot soles that do not meet the ISO 9523 spec for heel depth may sometimes be usable with the addition of the Marker Kingpin TLT Adapter (a fitting that attaches to the heel of your boot). Consult a certified shop technician for specific compatibility issues.

Wide Footprint for Improved Power Transmission – A wide 38 mm mounting pattern provides better leverage and superior power transmission.

Toe Stand Height – 21 mm

Ski Crampons Available Separately – Crampons slide into position at the base of the Kingpin toepiece and are available in widths of 90, 105 and 120 mm.

DIN / ISO 13992:2007 Certified – The Marker Kingpin is one of only a few tech touring bindings to have passed the ISO/DIN 13992 standard.

Recommended Skier Weight – 30 - 105 kg / 66 - 231 lbs

We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.