ATK Crest 10 Binding - 2023/24
The ATK Crest 10 reminds us of that saying, “you can’t have your cake and eat it too.” Except, with these bindings, you actually can…metaphorically, anyways (don’t eat your bindings). They prove that you can have all the features AND go lightweight too. The Crest 10’s paltry weight and three walk modes won’t inhibit you on the up, no matter the size of the ascent. Meanwhile, ski brakes, 10mm of heel elastic travel, and adjustable release values make for an uncompromising downhill performance, even in unfavorable conditions. ATK rounds out the Crest 10 with their groundbreaking innovations such as the Cam Release System, which limits boot torsion and allows for precise release performance. The features-to-weight ratio of the ATK Crest is hard to beat. So impressive, in fact, that the Crest 10 might just be the binding you wish for while blowing out your birthday candles.
- Alu 7075, Stainless Steel, and POM materials used with durability and weight savings in mind.
- 20mm of adjustment allow you to use different boots with one binding.
- Two heel risers plus flat mode make sure you're moving along efficiently.
- 10mm of travel in the Elastic Response System works to smooth out the bumps.
- Cam Release System is featured in the heel piece for a more consistent vertical release.
- Easy Entry System helps you step into your toe piece more easily, even on worn out soles.
Update 2024/25: ATK replaced this with a new model, which can be found here.
| Specifications | |
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Weight |
286g [91mm] |
| Weight (pair) | 572g [91mm] |
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Boot |
Tech |
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Brakes |
75, 86, 91, 97, 102, 108 |
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BSL |
20mm |
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Riser |
2+ flat |
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Vertical |
5-10 |
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Lateral |
5-10 |
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Crampon |
Yes, Removable |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Alu 7075, Stainless Steel |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Touring, mountaineering |
| Notes | Elastic heel smooths out the ride |
| Bottom Line | Packed with features and featherweight |
| Compare to other Full-featured Bindings | |
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Questions & Reviews
2/17/2025
Looking to get replacement screws - which particular screws are needed for the entire binding setup (both heel and toe pieces)?
2/17/2025
Hi Joe,
Here is a link to the listing where we sell the screws! You will need the 13mm Flathead for the toe and the 11mm Panhead for the heel.
Here is a link to the listing where we sell the screws! You will need the 13mm Flathead for the toe and the 11mm Panhead for the heel.
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2/1/2025
How important is it to mount the binding at the 0 mark of the BSL travel? I was hoping to mount the binding in a way where I could use boot with a 336mm BSL as well as a boot with a 323mm BSL.
My plan was to mount the binding in a way where I would move the BSL adjustment to +7mm for the longer boot and -6mm for the shorter boot. But I now realized this will affect my "Elastic Response System" travel, I think?. Is it ok to run like this? I at the very least want to confirm if it's ok to mount the binding at a non 0mm spot on the BSL adjustment. Thanks!
My plan was to mount the binding in a way where I would move the BSL adjustment to +7mm for the longer boot and -6mm for the shorter boot. But I now realized this will affect my "Elastic Response System" travel, I think?. Is it ok to run like this? I at the very least want to confirm if it's ok to mount the binding at a non 0mm spot on the BSL adjustment. Thanks!
2/2/2025
Hi Mike, the elastic travel moves with the BSL adjustment so it does not matter where you mount the heel. No problem to try and accommodate a specific range.
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1/24/2025
Hi there,
I have a couple mounting questions.
1. On page 10 of the manual, it says "10) Hook the boot to the toe part , place the sole on the skis and draw the rear “METAL INSERT
EXTREMITY TRANSVERSE LINE” of the boot ( PICTURE 4 )."
It looks like the "METAL INSERT EXTREMITY TRANSVERSE LINE" basically aligns to the back of the boot. See attached screen grab.
Is that correct. Any tips for marking this?
2. I have the Dynafit Free 97 2023 ski. There is a raised line set back from the center of the ski. Is that the "PINS AXIS TRANSVERSE LINE?" Can you share a manual for that ski?
Thanks,
Dan
I have a couple mounting questions.
1. On page 10 of the manual, it says "10) Hook the boot to the toe part , place the sole on the skis and draw the rear “METAL INSERT
EXTREMITY TRANSVERSE LINE” of the boot ( PICTURE 4 )."
It looks like the "METAL INSERT EXTREMITY TRANSVERSE LINE" basically aligns to the back of the boot. See attached screen grab.
Is that correct. Any tips for marking this?
2. I have the Dynafit Free 97 2023 ski. There is a raised line set back from the center of the ski. Is that the "PINS AXIS TRANSVERSE LINE?" Can you share a manual for that ski?
Thanks,
Dan
1/25/2025
Hi Dan,
You are correct that the "metal insert extremity transverse line" is just a line drawn on the ski that matches up with the furthest edge on the metal heel insert of the boot. For marking it, I would put a piece of masking tape on the ski and mark the line with a pencil on the tape, being careful to keep this line perpendicular to the "longitudinal centerline" that you have already drawn.
Regarding the Free 97 ski, Dynafit does not indicate a pin line (or "pin axis transverse line") on the ski. The raised bumps that you see on the ski indicate the recommended position for the center of your boot. Dynafit does not provide a manual for any of their skis.
You are correct that the "metal insert extremity transverse line" is just a line drawn on the ski that matches up with the furthest edge on the metal heel insert of the boot. For marking it, I would put a piece of masking tape on the ski and mark the line with a pencil on the tape, being careful to keep this line perpendicular to the "longitudinal centerline" that you have already drawn.
Regarding the Free 97 ski, Dynafit does not indicate a pin line (or "pin axis transverse line") on the ski. The raised bumps that you see on the ski indicate the recommended position for the center of your boot. Dynafit does not provide a manual for any of their skis.
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1/15/2025
Two questions:
Is DIN range the only difference between the ATK Crest 8 and 10?
Would the 91 mm brake work with a 97 mm underfoot ski (dynafit free 97)?
Thank you,
Dan
Is DIN range the only difference between the ATK Crest 8 and 10?
Would the 91 mm brake work with a 97 mm underfoot ski (dynafit free 97)?
Thank you,
Dan
1/15/2025
Hi Dan,
Yes, the difference is the release value range between the 8 (3-8) and the 10 (5-10). The 91mm brake will not quite be enough to reach around that ski. Of the sizes currently still available in this binding, the 102mm would work.
Yes, the difference is the release value range between the 8 (3-8) and the 10 (5-10). The 91mm brake will not quite be enough to reach around that ski. Of the sizes currently still available in this binding, the 102mm would work.
1/15/2025
Hi Daniel, please note that we can swap in the 97mm brakes if we are mounting these for you.
1/16/2025
Hey, thanks for the quick responses! I'd love for you to mount the bindings and swap out the 97 mm brakes. Do you make house calls to Portland, OR? ;)
Seriously though, is it possible to swap out the brakes on a mail order?
Seriously though, is it possible to swap out the brakes on a mail order?
1/16/2025
Hi Daniel, for you, that can be arranged! Shoot an email with your address to help@skimo.co and we can set it up.
1/16/2025
Wow, you guys are awesome, super knowledgeable and amazing service! I'm actually planning to order the ATK Crest 8s. I assume that makes no difference. Will the email take the place of ordering or should I go ahead and order at the same time?
1/16/2025
Hi Daniel, yes, same story with the eights. It's better if we set up the order for you and email an invoice.
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12/4/2024
Does the binding size change with the brake size?
If I intend to take the brake off anyway, would it matter if I bought the 91mm binding to pair with a 106mm waisted ski, for example? Thank you!
If I intend to take the brake off anyway, would it matter if I bought the 91mm binding to pair with a 106mm waisted ski, for example? Thank you!
12/4/2024
Hi Ryan,
There is no difference in the binding itself between brake sizes; it's just the brake. If you intend to take the brakes off anyways, it doesn't really matter!
There is no difference in the binding itself between brake sizes; it's just the brake. If you intend to take the brakes off anyways, it doesn't really matter!
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11/26/2024
Hey, my touring skis are 112 underfoot. I was looking to get the Crest 10 bindings with 108mm size breaks. Do you think that would require too much bending of the breaks to fit to my skis?
11/26/2024
Hi Piper,
That should work fine, might not even need to bend them. If you do need to bend them, take care to only bend the outer brake arm, not any of the internal mechanism.
That should work fine, might not even need to bend them. If you do need to bend them, take care to only bend the outer brake arm, not any of the internal mechanism.
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11/20/2024
ATK Crest 10 Binding - 2023/24 108mm fit the 2024 DPS Pagoda Tour 106 C2 Skis comfortably without stretching?
Thank you
Thank you
11/20/2024
Hi Edward,
Yes, the Crest 10 in the 108mm width will work with that ski! No stretching of the brakes is needed.
Yes, the Crest 10 in the 108mm width will work with that ski! No stretching of the brakes is needed.
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11/7/2024
Do you know what the weight limit is on these skis? Looking at these as a 180lb skier to mount on my hello 95s but wasn’t sure if I’d run into issues with being too heavy?
Thanks!
Thanks!
11/7/2024
Isaac, ATK doesn't post any weight limits on their bindings.
Except for their lightest Race model (188lbs).
Except for their lightest Race model (188lbs).
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4/29/2024
Hi!
Are these GripWalk compatible?
Are these GripWalk compatible?
4/29/2024
Hi Jenny, these bindings work with any boot that has toe and heel tech inserts. Sole type like GripWalk is only a concern if you're trying to use alpine or alpine-like bindings.
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4/19/2024
What is the largest ski you would recommend using the Crest 10 binding on? I have 177cm Fischer Ranger 102FR with attacks that I want to switch to a pin binding, I am debating between the Crest 10 for the lower cost or going with a Free Raider 15 for the beefiness. I have the Crest 10 on my dedicated touring setup which is sub 1200g and I love it; I am just wondering if it is up to the task of throwing a 1800+g ski around inbounds terrain for a couple laps on a slackcountry day. I definitely enjoy bumps, trees, and cliff drops so I am thinking the raider may be the way to go. Let me know your thoughts, thanks!
4/19/2024
Hi Alex, Actually you can use pretty much any binding on any ski. There are no specific requirements. If you like the push button style brakes, go for any Crest.
The new RT EVO 10 is a nice upgrade from the Crest.
The EVO 15 gives you the new brake and Freeride spacers if you want the added boot support for some resort runs.
The new RT EVO 10 is a nice upgrade from the Crest.
The EVO 15 gives you the new brake and Freeride spacers if you want the added boot support for some resort runs.
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2/9/2024
I'm looking at getting some crests to go with some K2 Wayback 106 for casual powder laps.
It seems like spacers are popular now. Is there any real downside to trying to spacer on the Crest? What about toe shims? Is it possible to know if you would like a toe shim without trying it first?
Thanks.
It seems like spacers are popular now. Is there any real downside to trying to spacer on the Crest? What about toe shims? Is it possible to know if you would like a toe shim without trying it first?
Thanks.
2/10/2024
Jared,
Feel free to shoot us an email at help@skimo.co if you want to go into more detail!
In general, a freeride spacer won't make much of a difference for powder laps. Adds clutter and weight, and one more thing to adjust if you change boots. If that's not an issue, then there isn't much downside.
For a toe shim, hard to know without trying. If you feel like you're too far forward or on your tippy toes, might be worth it. If you're local to Salt Lake, we do have demo setups with rental toe plates that lower the delta.
Feel free to shoot us an email at help@skimo.co if you want to go into more detail!
In general, a freeride spacer won't make much of a difference for powder laps. Adds clutter and weight, and one more thing to adjust if you change boots. If that's not an issue, then there isn't much downside.
For a toe shim, hard to know without trying. If you feel like you're too far forward or on your tippy toes, might be worth it. If you're local to Salt Lake, we do have demo setups with rental toe plates that lower the delta.
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These bindings are great. I love the lightweight full feature category. Sometimes I lock up the brakes and use the heel riser like a skimo binding and other times I use the flat and tall settings like a more conventional heel tower. My knees appreciate the adjustable release value. My only 2 complaints: the toe piece is hard to unlock from skin to ski for inflexible people like myself, and I have had the toe piece completely ice up twice; otherwise these are awesome kit
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Been using these all winter. Love them. Very light and easy to use. The break is bit of a pain to disengage while wearing the skis, but not any more of a pain than leashes (you can remove the breaks as well). I used to buy Dynafit Speed Radicals, but this is now my “economy” binding option for touring skis. ATK puts out VERY solid equipment. I think I have over 50k total vert across a couple of their bindings so far and I’m not looking back. I plan on buying another pair to replace my Speed Radicals on my Black Crows Orb Freebirds.
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10/31/2022
Do you guys/gals happen to know the weight on the Crest 10, sans brakes? Thanks much.
10/31/2022
Thanks for reaching out, Scott. A single binding without brakes would weigh 240 grams without the brake seat cover installed or 246 grams with the brake seat cover.
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10/25/2022
my skis are 98mm. Should I go with a 97mm binding or 102mm binding?
10/25/2022
Jenny,
Go with the 97mm brakes - they may work out of the box, but if not just a little bend will get them to clear your skis no problem.
Go with the 97mm brakes - they may work out of the box, but if not just a little bend will get them to clear your skis no problem.
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10/21/2022
Hi, what is the difference between the ATK Crest 10 and
The Majesty C-Crest 10???
thank you so much,
Andrew
The Majesty C-Crest 10???
thank you so much,
Andrew
10/22/2022
Hi Andrew,
The ATK Crest 10 and Majesty C-Crest 10 share the same heel piece. However, the Majesty C-Crest has the same toe piece as the ATK C-Raider 12. The Crest 10 is lighter due to the more slimmed down toe, while the Majesty C-Crest has a burlier toe at the expense of some grams.
The ATK Crest 10 and Majesty C-Crest 10 share the same heel piece. However, the Majesty C-Crest has the same toe piece as the ATK C-Raider 12. The Crest 10 is lighter due to the more slimmed down toe, while the Majesty C-Crest has a burlier toe at the expense of some grams.
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9/19/2022
Are the brakes removable without taking the binding off?
9/19/2022
Hey Nick, the brakes are removable without removing the binding from the ski. There are three screws that will need to be removed, then you will be able to remove the brake. You might want to get a brake seat cover to help with snow build-up and it will make the binding look a little nicer.
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8/10/2022
My weight 180 pounds, advanced skier, skiing style not fast, but I want to be able to make charge hard to make turns in tough snow as well as ski couloirs etc. No free-riding, but minor jumps (a foot or so) on groomed slopes, moguls, etc. Is there a chance that I will "outgrow" the 10 DIN setting and should I go with the slightly heavier C-Raider 12 for that reason, or will I safely stay below the max setting of 10 of the Crest 10?
8/10/2022
Hey Michael, it really just depends on what you are charting out with your release values. If you are calculating out at 10 or below then everything you are describing sounds more than capable for the Crest 10 but if you are charting out at closer to 11 then you would need a binding with a higher release value.
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3/28/2022
Does this have the same hole pattern as the ATK R12?
3/28/2022
Hey Matt, this has a different mounting pattern than the current ATK R12 binding. For more information on hole patterns, please click here.
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1/14/2022
Is there a toe shim for the Crest 10 similar to the AL09 for the Raider series? Thanks
1/15/2022
Hi Jack, the AL09 is the freeride spacer that mounts next to the brake pad, for a freeride spacer that will work with the Crest, you'll want the Universal Freeride Spacer that is listed here.
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