The 10 Best Ski Bindings of 2024
By: Jordan Sunshine: Ski Buyer | September 28, 2023
For many skiers, choosing ski bindings is an afterthought. But ski bindings serve two really important functions, they keep your skis on your feet through big airs and rough snow, and then they release smoothly and easily as soon as there’s any sort of twisting force through your knee. A binding that fails in either of those tasks puts you at risk for injury. So the best ski bindings have plenty of elasticity to absorb impacts and are also carefully designed to release before enough force to injure anything that can be transmitted through your knees.
New This Year:
The 2024 lineup of ski bindings brings forth a vibrant change, quite literally, with the introduction of an extensive color palette. This year, it's all about personal expression and a splash of color as the ski bindings are now available in a myriad of hues, allowing skiers to match their gear or make a bold statement on the slopes. This colorful trend is not just a treat to the eyes but also a reflection of the industry's shift towards creating more personalized skiing experiences. No longer confined to the standard blacks or silvers, the bindings now celebrate the spirit of skiing with colors that resonate with every individual's style.
Marker Griffon 13 ID
Freeride enthusiasts looking to drive wider skis without fear of pre-release have long looked to the Marker Griffon 13 ID Ski Bindings for their fantastic performance and reliability. They return with a re-worked Inter Pivot 3 heelpiece that significantly improves step in performance, thus eliminating the one qualm that some users had. Meanwhile, the redesigned Triple Pivot Elite 3 toe comes equipped with a new metal rail to scratch off ice and snow below your boot sole. And with Sole.ID technology to accommodate almost every boot sole norm, the Marker Griffon 13 ID Ski Bindings have you covered each and every time you click in.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), Alpine Touring (ISO 9523), Walk to Ride (WTR), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 4-13 | $269.99 |
Look Pivot 15 GW
The Look Pivot 18's have long been the go-to binding for freeriders demanding the best performance and burliest construction, but very few truly need such a high DIN. Enter the Look Pivot 15 GW Ski Bindings, combining the stout all-metal construction of the 18's with a DIN range better suited to the vast majority of skiers. With its pivoting heel, long elastic travel, ultra short mounting footprint, and bomber impact resistance, it's easy to see why skiers have been begging Look to make this binding.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 6-15 | $429.95 |
Tyrolia Attack 14 GW
Don't look now, but Tyrolia have re-shuffled their binding range. The Attack 13s have been replaced by the Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Ski Bindings which, with a DIN range of 4 - 14, will do the job for all but the biggest and baddest of freeskiers. The Attack range is known for precise power transmission, light weight, and ease of stepping in even in powder, good news for skiers exploring the steep and deep. Note: if you intend to use an ISO 9523 Touring sole, you'll need to purchase the Attack 14 MN bindings designed to accommodate the extra sole thickness, not this model.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 4-14 | $269.00 |
Salomon Strive 14 GW
The Salomon Strive 14 GW Ski Bindings are an all-new lightweight resort ripper for responsive freeriding. The design of the LDN toepiece puts you close to the snow for maximum contact and response, enhancing power transmission for a smooth on-snow feel. The superlight design is reinforced with metal in key areas, and 45mm of elastic travel means they can handle rough riding without letting you down. The low profile Strive 14 bindings set a new standard in all-mountain performance.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 5-14 | $259.95 |
Marker Squire 11
This all-new design for the proven Squire 11 gets modern shaping at the toe with an Anti-Ice Rail protective plate so you can safely scrape your boot sole on it without breaking the DIN window. With fresh colorways and improved step-in, the classic solution for women and lighter skiers is back, and it's better than ever.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 3-11 | $229.99 |
Salomon S/Lab Shift MNC 13 Alpine Touring
When the Salomon S/Lab Shift MNC 13 Alpine Touring Ski Bindings first dropped, they represented a quantum leap forward in freeride binding design. Combining the smooth uphill performance of pin technology with the added safety, reliability, and power transfer of fully DIN certified release, they're a fantastic choice for skiers looking to service both resort and backcountry riding on a single setup. MNC compatibility means they play nice with almost every boot in the known universe - a comforting notion given the dizzying array of options. For backcountry beginners and grizzled vets alike, the Salomon S/Lab Shift MNC 13 Alpine Touring Ski Bindings are in a class of their own.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), Alpine Touring (ISO 9523), Tech, Walk to Ride (WTR), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 6-13 | $599.95 |
Salomon Strive 14 MN
The Salomon Strive 14 MNC Ski Bindings and their LDN design put you close to the snow for maximum contact and response, enhancing power transmission and a natural on-snow feel. Lighter than previous designs like the Warden 13 and STH2 13, with multi-norm compatibility and 45mm of elastic travel to keep you in until you really need out, the Strive 14 MNC is the way of the future.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223), Alpine Touring (ISO 9523) | 5-14 | $279.95 |
Salomon Stage 10 GW
The Salomon Stage 10 GW Ski Bindings are a brand new offering aimed squarely at lighter and younger skiers who sometimes have difficulty putting their skis on, especially in fresh snow. Designed with an easier step in action, the Stage 10 GW is among the lightest adult bindings on the market and the easiest to put on. A new shorter footprint for both the toe and heel base plates lets the ski flex as naturally as possible, so you're free to enjoy every bit of performance your setup has to offer.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 3-10 | $159.95 |
Atomic Colt 7 GW - Kids'
The Atomic Colt 7 GW Ski Bindings are a dependable device for keeping groms attached to their skis, right up until the moment they need to not be attached to their skis. With a lightweight construction and kid-friendly DIN range, the Colt 7's are the perfect learning tool for youngsters on the rise. Plus, the toe automatically adjusts to your kid's boots to make sure that hand me down kicks don't mean downgraded reliability.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 2- 7.5 | $119.99 |
Look SPX 12 GW
You like skiing bottomless powder and kneeling down to pet cute dogs, so keep your knees sweet this season and click into the Look SPX 12 GW Ski Bindings. Offering 27 mm of vertical elasticity in the heel and 45 mm of lateral elasticity in the toe, the GripWalk compatible SPX 12's offer superior shock absorption and reliable retention to keep you in when you're trying to stomp the landing, not pop out of your ski.
| Boot Compatibility | DIN Range | Original Price |
| Alpine DIN (ISO 5355), GripWalk (ISO 23223) | 3.5- 12 | $249.95 |
Learn More With Our Other Ski Guides:
Skis - Size Chart & Buyer's Guide
Skis - Kids' Size Chart and Buyer's Guide
Skis - Rocker Technology Explained
Ski Bindings – How to Choose & DIN Setting Chart
Ski Boots - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Ski Boots - Boot Sole & Ski Binding Compatibility
Ski Boots – How to Make Your Boots Fit Better
Ski Poles - Size Chart
Skiing - Beginner Skiing Tips
Skiing - How to Fly With Skis
Skiing - How to Get in Shape
Ski Maintenance - Base Repair
Ski Maintenance – How to Store for the Summer
Ski Maintenance – How to Tune
Ski Maintenance – How to Wax
Outerwear - What to Wear Skiing
Outerwear - How to Wash & Waterproof
Outerwear - Regional Ski Guide
Gloves & Mittens - How to Choose
Goggles - How to Choose
Goggles - Wearing Goggles with Glasses
Helmets - How to Choose & Fit Guide
Footbeds - How to Choose
Ski Socks - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Travel - How to Fly with Skis
Alpine Touring Skis - How to Choose
Avalanche Probes - How to Choose
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Airbag Pack
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Beacon
Backcountry - Climbing Skins Size Guide
Backcountry - Dynafit / Tech Binding Basics
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Bindings
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Ski Boots
Backcountry - How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel
Backcountry - How to Choose Climbing Skins
Backcountry Backpacks - How to Choose
Backcountry Basics - How to Get Started
The Selection Process:
Our ski buyers have an endless amount of knowledge on all things skiing stemming from years of experience in the ski industry in tandem with their countless hours spent on slopes everywhere from groomers to the remote backcountry around the world. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Jordan Sunshine
I was born and raised in northern Vermont and moved west as soon as I turned 18. I bounced around the PNW for a while eventually following evo’s store openings to Denver where I have called home since and although I will always take even the wettest of pow days, have come to appreciate any day skiing in the sun, be it with friends or my kids.I have been skiing since I was 2 and started working in a ski shop when I was 14, which was way more fun than washing dishes. Over the years I have worked as a ski tech, boot fitter, liftie, product copywriter, and eventually came to manage evo’s Portland and Denver stores. Now I am the Ski Buyer, overseeing ski hardgoods and backcountry accessories.
