Fritschi Tecton 13

The Fritschi Tecton 13 binding is designed for freeriders who demand uncompromising riding characteristics, high safety and low weight for off-piste ascents in virgin powder. The Fritschi Tecton 13 is the first freeride spike binding with a safety tip and the stiffest downhill heel on the market. For all those who are looking for a binding for both piste and pedaling, but do not want to compromise on factors such as safety or stiffness of the binding and riding characteristics.

The main advantages of the Fritschi Tecton 13 binding:

• It switches off reliably and with Swiss precision only at the moment of a fall, not when the terrain is uneven (the tip and heel of the binding can absorb shocks thanks to dynamic elasticity).
• It switches off specifically even in walking mode – when buried by an avalanche, when losing balance while climbing or falling during short descents on tracks.
• Stiff downhill heel for perfect power transfer from the feet to the skis - perfect downhill properties.
• The sliding heel adapts to the curvature of the ski, allowing you to fully utilize its potential.
• Possibility to switch from walking mode to downhill mode without untying the boots.
• Controlling the binding with a stick or by simply bending over is a bonus that will make the all-day hike more enjoyable.

Pedal and downhill bindings

Downhill bindings are proven and their heel construction is unsurpassed and the Fritschi Tecton 13 is based on them. Its rigid, non-rotating heel without joint has no play and allows direct transfer of forces from the ski boot to the edge of the ski. This results in better handling and safety when riding. Furthermore, better force transfer is also achieved by:

• the ski boot is compressed by the heel jaw over a large area,
• The grooves in the heel fit into the inserts on the shoe, increasing the lateral stiffness of the binding,
• by resting the ski boot on the heel pad,
• large screw spacing,
• by attaching the heel directly to the ski,
• a large and wide contact area under the toe and heel.

The heel of the binding is loaded with 4x more force than the tip when riding, which is why the Tecton 13 has a sensitive tip and a stiff (downhill) heel. Thanks to the precise transfer of load to the edge of the ski, you will fully enjoy your ride.

Really stiff heel for a perfect riding experience

The skier does not move even a millimeter in the heel thanks to the Power Rail grooves that protrude from the heel and fit precisely into the grooves in the ski boot intended for the rear binding tips. This way, the ski boot is fixed in both vertical and horizontal directions and your every movement is transferred from the ski to the ski without loss of energy. Thanks to this, you will be able to control the skis perfectly and have the much-needed confidence when riding. This will be appreciated not only by every good rider, but also by a beginner who is just getting used to open terrain.

Excellent skiing thanks to the active heel

The active sliding heel adapts to the ski boot by up to 10 mm when the ski bends during the ride and allows the ski to bend smoothly along its entire length, which is a necessary feature of the binding for perfect skiing. Bindings that do not have an active heel prevent the ski from bending, stiffening the middle and the ski bends only in front of and behind the binding, which significantly worsens its riding characteristics. Fritschi has eliminated this problem, which is why the Tecton 13 binding is also great for all-day skiing at the resort.

Highest safety with spike bindings

The Fritschi Tecton 13 ski touring binding is based on the design of a downhill binding, where the tip releases to the sides according to the DIN release force setting. This ensures precise release under rotational forces and prevents torsional fractures. Health and safety is the main principle that the Swiss manufacturer Fritschi addresses when developing its products. Safety is more important than weight.

Only turns off binding when you really need it

With classic toe bindings, it is easy to accidentally release during a descent, which can have fatal consequences on steep descents. The design of the toe and heel of the Tecton 13 bindings has a dynamic elasticity of 13 mm and 9 mm, respectively, which can be imagined as a clearance for absorbing the forces arising from riding over bumps or sudden impacts. Even when riding vigorously on hard or heavy snow, there is no accidental release.

• The Fritschi Tecton 13 does not turn off too early, but only after covering 13 mm of travel laterally at the toe and 9 mm upwards at the heel.
• This travel is sufficient to consume energy so that the binding does not accidentally switch off after briefly exceeding the set DIN tripping force - during a jump or impact on an uneven surface.
• The binding releases sideways even with the tip set to walking - an important feature when buried by an avalanche, losing balance while climbing, or falling during short descents on tracks.

The dynamic elasticity of the Fritschi Tecton 13 binding is the same as the downhill bindings that Fritschi has been producing for more than 30 years and today uses this know-how in the development of alpine ski bindings.

Safe and lightweight freetouring bindings

The weight of the equipment is also important, which is why the Fritschi Tecton 13 binding is made of carbon and fiberglass, which are now complemented by proven modern polymers. From design to production, everything takes place in Switzerland. Carbon and fiberglass reinforced polymers are lighter than metal parts and at the same time have higher strength and durability. While low weight is very important, the Fritschi brand always prioritizes safety and reliability.

Easy to turn on even on steep slopes

The new generation of Fritschi Tecton 13 has an innovative designed tip that you can "kick" even blindly because it has:

• stops from below,
• stops from the sides,
• ski toe stop,
• sensitive trigger.

Thanks to this, the tip of the ski boot is precisely guided to the correct position when fastening - it is located between the tips and the sensitive trigger and, with just a little pressure, releases the tips, which fit precisely into the inserts in the ski boot.

Other key binding features

• Comfortable control with a pole or with your knees bent - you can conveniently switch the binding to the climbing position and adjust the heel with a pole. To switch to downhill, the Fritschi Tecton 13 binding can be controlled with just a pole without having to bend over to bind.
• Switching from downhill to ascent without taking off your ski boots – the Tecton 12 bindings allow you to conveniently switch from downhill to walking by lifting the heel, which then moves the entire heel backwards. This is useful for ridge tours or short downhill sections during the ascent, when it is safer to buckle your heel into the downhill position on the straps.
• It doesn't freeze - the Fritsichi Tecton 13 alpine ski binding is designed to prevent snow from getting inside it, which could compact and turn into ice. Therefore, the binding works reliably in any snow and temperature.
• Adjustable binding dimensions – The heel of the binding is adjustable up to 25 mm (60 mm when using a rental pad). The binding is not compatible with “noseless” ski boots TLT 7, TLT 8, DNA, PDG, Arcteryx Procline, and all those with a heel shorter than 6 mm such as Atomic Backland (an extension is required here).
• Re-drilling for any ski – Fritschi Tecton 13 has easily replaceable brakes (80/ 90/ 100/ 110/ 120mm) and thanks to this, the bindings can be re-drilled for any other ski.
• Harnesses – the binding is compatible with harnesses and there is no need to unbuckle when putting them on. The binding is also adapted for the use of a safety cable.