The Atomic Shift 13 MNC is a game-changer: the worlds first binding with full touring and freeride capability in one. Its a genuine tech binding for hiking complete with pins. Then flick the hike/ride switch to ski mode and it turns into a genuine freeride binding for the way down, compatible with all normed boots on the market alpine and touring. So, for the first time you dont have to compromise when youre touring or skiing either by hiking with a heavy solution like frames or skiing downhill with pins. You get the best for both. And even better, you can also use it for your alpine skiing days with your normal alpine boot. Finally, one binding for everything!