Marker Tour F12 EPF Alpine Touring Binding for Sale, Reviews, Deals and Guides

Great binding for someone transitioning from resort to the backcountry but wants a binding that can do both. Easy to transition and doesnt sacrifice downhill performance.

I bought the Marker F12s to use for work as a ski patroller. So far they have performed pretty well. They can be rather finicky and snow has to be completely clear from the bottom of your boots/ inside the binding for them to quickly click-in. I've toured with them once and in uphill mode they are really nice. I like the multiple heel height options. The biggest issue I've had so far with these bindings is that switching back to ski mode can be a challenge: I had to press the binding against my ski while moving the lever because of the ice build-up. They did switch back, but it's not great to question the ability of your binding while on an exposed ridge. My other frame bindings are Salomon Guardians and while these do not have the loose feel that the Guardians have (a good thing), I prefer the metal hooks used for switching modes in the Guardians which bite through ice/snow. Overall, a solid binding especially for mostly front-country use and good for my job.

Lightweight and functionally work well ripping in bounds and on all terrain and in the backcountry. Touring mode is easy to switch to, and the heal lock is reliable when I need it, and the variable ascension degrees are awesome. Highly recommend if you don't have pin boots but still want to ski tour.

I picked up a pair of these for my brother who is traditionally a resort skier, but looking to venture out into the Vermont backcountry a bit. This is a great set up for someone who plans to shred the resort and do a bit of touring on the side. It also works if you just want the security and feel of an alpine binding and have really strong legs like my bro.

I bought this to accompany my Soul 7s since I am very much a resort skier but would like to venture to the backcountry. The conversion from downhill to touring is simple and from a performance standpoint, both modes work great.