Pre-Orders ship starting Sept 15
PRIME-X-W
Patented Overview / Binding Tech / Ride Mode Tech / Tour Mode Tech
Included: Bindings, Interface Kit (Ride Mode 2.0, Tour Mode, DualSpeed Riser w/ Heel-Lock), Air-Straps and standard toe straps
Pre-Orders ship starting Sept 15
Included: Bindings, Interface Kit (Ride Mode 2.0, Tour Mode, DualSpeed Riser w/ Heel-Lock), Air-Straps and standard toe straps
OVERVIEW
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.
Rider: Halina Boyd Photo: Dirk Collins
OVERVIEW
The Prime-X splitboard bindings take 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.
SPLITBOARD BINDINGS – TECHNOLOGY
ACTIVE JOINING
NO SLOP— INSTANT RESPONSE.
Pre-loaded binding to board connections give instant response. The most responsive connection for snowboards and splitboards.
DUAL RIDE-STRIDE
RIDE, TURN, STRIDE.
- Quick 1/4 turn from ride mode to walk mode
- Ride Mode: 0° to 22°, in 2° increments
- Surf Mode: 0° or 11°
- Walk Mode: -8° allows for longer stride
REACTIVE HIGHBACKS
FEATHER WEIGHT SUPPORT.
- Medium-Stiff Flex (8 of 10)
- Dual Ride-Stride Forward Lean adjustment for Splitboarding
- Flex-Lock compatible for Splitboarding
OPEN CHASSIS
NATURAL BOARD FLEX.
- Open chassis allows board to twist naturally under binding
ASYMMETRIC HEELCUP
TOURING SUPPORT. RIDING FREEDOM.
- High sidewall supports boot for better power transfer and grip while side hilling
- Low sidewall give freedom of movement for riding
AIR-POD STRAPS
NO PRESSURE POINTS.
- Independent Pressure Pods articulate to boot eliminating pressure points and pinch points.
- Made from P-Lite TPE, 30% lighter than standard TPU
ALUMINUM HARDWARE
EVERY GRAM ACCOUNTED FOR.
- Custom 7075-T6 Aluminum Screws
- Hollow pins
WIDE CONTACT POINTS
DIRECT POWER TRANSFER.
Wide binding contact equals power transfer directly to edges and tip to tail.
AIRSTRAP
THE LIGHTEST TOE STRAP EVER.
- Included with all Prime-X Bindings
RIDE MODE 2.0 TECHNOLOGY
ACTIVE JOINING
INSTANT RESPONSE.
Pre-loaded binding to board connections give instant response.
DROP ON CHANGE-OVERS.
Active joining allows for a loose fit then closing the lever locks your binding to board, removing all play from the system.
NO SLOP.
INTERLOCKING SEAM TABS
NO SEAM SEPARATION.
Seam tabs interlock across the seam of your splitboard interlocking and pre-loading the seam.
SNOW EJECTION CHANNELS
EASY SNOW CLEARING.
Made from a carbon infused nylon, the Ride Mode 2.0 is designed to reduce snow build up and clear snow easily.
TOUR MODE TECHNOLOGY
FLEX-LOCK
2.0 X EDGE GRIP.
Tour faster using less energy. Use the boots you want to ride in. Ride like a snowboarder. Tour like a hard booter.
TOUR MODE
TIGHTEST AND SMOOTHEST TOUR PIVOT.
- Independent sleeves rotate freely on a fixed through axle (similar to a bike axle) for the stiffest and smoothest touring pivot
- 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
DUAL SPEED RISERS
POLE BASKET FLIP.
- Flip up with pole basket; simple and easy
- Dual height climbing risers
LOCK YOUR HEEL.
- On-the-fly heel lock down
- Release load equivalent to DIN 6
- Heel-Lock folds out of way when not needed
PRIME QUIVER-CONNECTORS
Sold Separately
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.
Rider: Nick Russell Photo: Andrew Miller Location: Chile