FKS vs axial2 vs STH

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tilem

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I need a pair of bindings for my pow skis. I was hesiting between fks 140 xxl, axial2 120 xxl and sth12(driver or not).They need to fit 123mm waist.

Which ones should I get?

Thanks!
 
I rode on the sth 14(driver toe.Don't consider any other toe by salomon unless its the guardian), fks, and adrenaline 16(same thing as attack 16 but for touring).

I really like the release on the fks and it keeps me in the binding for a bit longer than most bindings so I have a chance to recover. Another thing is that you will have fks for years. I still see a ton of older pivots/fks around that still pass binding test. What my biggest gripe with the fks though is the damn brakes can't simply be replaced and the fks can be a bitch to put on in pow.

What I like most about the sth14s is how you can get the binding dialed in to your boots. They release when they should and its a smooth release. I do wish they had that extra retention that the fks had. If they did I would go this route without a doubt in my mind. Also after 20ish days you should check the settings on the toes of the sth. They seem to come loose after a bit. It maybe because I ride really hard and am a big guy.

The adrenaline16 I really like when I demoed them but didn't have a release with them. I can tell you though even for a touring binding its stupid light and can imagine the attack13 is much lighter. Didn't have a problem stepping into the binding in pow and they seem burly enough. I did hear that tyrolia has some issues with the afd but if you have a problem with your afd tyrolia will have your back.

sorry for wall of text but OP read it.
 
id go with the sth or fks. ive had all 3 of these so i have experience. sth are really good bindings without a doubt. ive used them for 3 seasons heavily on 2 different sets of skis all in the park. they have stood up beautifully. fks are the same but i use them on my pow skis. super good quality and even more durable than the sth. axials on the other hand i would not recommend. i bought them after finding good reviews about them but turns out they arent so great. broke my heelpiece after 2 weeks. but i sent them to rossi who literally replaced them with fks. great customer service but i think it shows that they arent to thrilled with the axial durability. bottom line id say fks over sth just because of the metal and i really like rossi now. but sth are a great option and they are cheaper. but axials arent worth the 100 bucks saved from the fks. hope this helped
 
Thanks everyone I appreciate! Forgot to say it, but I'm about 5'9 160lbs.

Why attack serie vs peak models?

If I go with the sth route, should I get sth12, sth12 driver or sth14 ?

Thanks again
 
with the attack/peak bindings the attack has a toe that drives wider skis better compared to the peak toe.

With the sth pick the right din according to your weight and ability. Just make sure you get this style toe

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DO NOT GO WITH THIS PIECE OF SHIT TOE THAT PRE RELEASE ALL OVER THE GOD DAMN PLACE

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Attack replaced the peak series. I ride mojo 15's and love them so far, I am definitely looking to pick up the Attack in the future. Tyrolia makes a solid binding that is very under rated.
 
Well, the Attack has a solid and easy entry. It's locks in with little effort. I like how low it sits on the ski and the wide toe really feels like it's transferring the energy well.
 
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