The ATK Freeraider 14 SL Touring Binding strips weight from the toe piece without asking a skier to give up descent performance. A freeride spacer transmits more power to the ski on aggressive terrain, and the Elastic Response System lets the binding flex with ski compression so release values stay consistent instead of drifting under pressure. Magneto heel flaps hold risers in place without the flapping or clacking that loose risers usually bring, and a snow pack proof toe keeps the mechanism clear in deep snow. What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I've pushed this binding through fast, aggressive lines expecting the low weight to cost me something on the way down, and the freeride spacer keeps the power transfer solid enough that I stop thinking about it after the first few turns."