The Prime-X takes the Prime System to the next level, slashing 85 grams off the weight of the SL while increasing the stiffness of the chassis. The 7075-T6 aluminum toestay adds flex under foot to dampen chattery conditions and reduce foot fatigue. The Prime-X is setting a new standard for backcountry snowboarders. Travel lighter, travel faster, ride harder.
PRIME-X-W
Patented Overview / Binding Tech / Ride Mode Tech / Tour Mode Tech
Included: Bindings, Interface Kit (Solid-Ride, Tour Mode, Flip-Speed Riser w/ Heel-Lock), and free Flex-Lock
OVERVIEW
Rider: Marie-France Roy Photo: Zoya Lynch
BINDING TECHNOLOGY
Power-Link
- Pull up to Lock, Push down to unlock
- Easy and ergonomic connection to Solid-Ride and Heel-Lock
- Over-center cam locking
Dual Ride-Stride Forward Lean
- Quick 1/4 turn from ride mode to walk mode
- Ride Mode: 0° to 22°, in 2° increments
- Walk Mode: -8° allows for longer stride
Reactive Highback
- Air flow design for an optimized strength to weight ratio
- Designed specifically for splitboarding
- Flex-Lock compatible
- Medium Flex
- Dupont Zytel ST
X-Type Heelcup
- 2x stronger than standard Aluminum
- CNC core outs maximize strength-to-weight ratio
- High sidewall supports boot for better power transfer and grip while side hilling
- Flared sidewall cups boot for better fit
Air-Form Ankle Strap
- Independent Pressure Pods articulate to boot
- Eliminates pressure points and pinch points
Air-Form Toe Strap
- The lightest toe strap, ever
RIDE MODE TECHNOLOGY
Ride-Mode
- Four attachment points create solid connection between binding and Ride Mode Interface
- Heel stay pins push through attachment loops driving snow and ice build-up out of the way
- 30° to -30° Stance Angles
- .5 inch increment stance adjustment
- Fits 3.25 inch to 3.5 inch width ride mode inserts
Bindings
- Wide contact points improve responsiveness between bindings and board
- CNC machined parts have all unnecessary material removed to create the lightest splitboard binding available
TOUR MODE TECHNOLOGY
Tour Mode Interface
- Wide support cradle increases tour mode rigidity
- Offset cradle allows snow to clear during entry
- Quick release touring bracket allows for quickest and simplest transition
- No removable parts ensures you won’t loose any key components
- Independent sleeves rotate freely on a fixed through axle (similar to a bike axle) for the stiffest and smoothest touring pivot
Dual-Speed Riser
- Flip up with pole basket; simple and easy
- Dual height climbing risers
Heel-Lock
- On-the-fly heel lock down
- Release load equivalent to DIN 6
PRIME QUIVER-CONNECTORS
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BUY MORE BOARDS, NOT MORE BINDINGS.
Compatible with all Prime System bindings, Quiver-Connectors allow you to quickly and effortlessly swap your Karakoram bindings from board to board. Now your split, your park board, your pow stick, your groomer rocket, and anything else in your quiver can enter the world of durable, no-compromise, lightweight Karakoram performance. No turning screws, no fumbling trying to remember your stance, and no wasting time when you want to switch boards.