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ATK Hy Free 13 Binding

$879.95

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Taking the backcountry world by storm, ATK has become synonymous with class-leading bindings that are durable and performant. With its exceptional design and exquisite attention to detail, the Hy Free 13 binding promises to yet again be the binding that all others (in its category) aspire to be. Machined from solid aluminum, ALL structural parts (22 per half pair) are made with metal, ensuring these stand up to the hardest skiing, as proven by one of the world's best skiers, Nikolai Schirmer. With its emphasis on skiability, ATK designed the Hy Free to be virtually flat in ski mode, to the delight of many who enjoy flatter alpine bindings, such as the Look Pivot series.

While heavier than other bindings, such as the Raider Evo 13, the Hy Free 13 binding, for the class that it is in, has extremely polite skinning mannerisms. In flat mode, the heel is purposefully situated -18mm below the toe. When used with boots with lesser cuff rotation, this allows for easier walking and stride extension. When the skin track changes from flat to uphill, two heel risers are present to provide relief to weary legs.

Once atop your descent, transitioning between tour and ski mode is simple and intuitive, leaving behind the clunky operation and additional parts of other, lesser systems. To transition into ski mode, simply tilt the toe wings forward 90 degrees, push the heel lever back, and get ready to ski.

While there are many different hybrid bindings to choose from, with some even claiming to be royal, it is clear that all hybrid bindings must now bend the knee to the Hy Free 13 binding from ATK.

  • 25mm BSL adjustment provides ample adjustment for your boot quiver.
  • -18mm, +10mm, +34mm touring heights make short work of all potential skinning situations.
  • Metal construction emphasizes durability, ensuring these stay around for the long term.
  • 7mm of elastic travel smooths over rough terrain.
  • Transitioning between ski and touring modes has been designed to be intuitive and simple.
  • Vertical release in the heel and lateral release in the toe function similarly to an alpine binding.
  • Included Crampon Shim ensures ATK ski crampons will work with most boots on the market.
  • Flat skiing position works well with modern ski shaping.
Specifications
Weight
convert to ounces
683g [108mm]
Weight (pair) 1366g [108mm]
Boot Compatibility   ISO 9523, Grip Walk
Brakes (mm)   97, 108, 120
BSL Adjustment   25mm
Riser Heights   2 + flat
Vertical Release   6-13
Lateral Release   6-13
Crampon Ready   Yes
Specs Verified Yes
Design
Materials   7075 aluminum, POM, stainless steel
Skimo Co Says
Usage Charging
Notes Predominate metal construction emphasizes durability
Bottom Line The ultimate hybrid binding
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Questions & Reviews

3/12/2025
Question from Jack Flaggert
 
I just received an email saying these are now in stock. They're now showing up as out of stock 1.5 hours later. Has the website not updated or did they already sell out?
3/12/2025
Answer from Carlos M
 
Hi Jack,

They sold out! There are very limited quantities in this pre-release, and the 108s we received sold in approximately ten minutes. We have other brake widths coming sometime next week.
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3/11/2025
Question from G Mog
 
When do you expect to see these?
3/11/2025
Answer from Emmett I
 
Hi, we should be receiving them within a couple weeks or so.
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2/19/2025
Question from Tommy
 
the PR for these say "Th HY is compatible with most alpine skiing, ski mountaineering, and freeride boots." what does that mean. I am assuming this a full size toe lug is required but "ski mountaineering" in their description makes me wonder. Will this work with boots like the Ridge Pro and others with smaller toe lugs.
2/20/2025
Answer from Emmett I
 
Hi Tommy, they are only certified to work with ISO 9523 and Gripwalk soles. They might work with lighter boots, but not necessarily certified to. They don't need quite as much of a heel lug as some other alpine-style heels, but they do still need a decent sized toe lug. We don't have any on hand yet, so unfortunately we can't try yet with specific boots.
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2/18/2025
Question from Chris G
 
It could just be me but the binding ramp angle being zero seems maybe an odd choice when it's scratching the itch of a frontside--aggressive--go-wild binding at an incredible weight. I'm interested in getting some forward lean into the equation but what are the heel shim options (how many millimeters and at what added weight?)

Also I assume these are already gobbled up for the Spring release or is that still on the table?
2/18/2025
Answer from Carlos M
 
Hi Chris,

There is a trend towards flatter bindings right now in the touring world that I think ATK is responding to! Many hard-charging freeriders also gravitate towards Look Pivots, which have a very flat ramp - that could be another inspiration.

As of yet, there are no heel shims for this binding, since it hasn't been released yet. If there's enough demand, the market may come up with something! In general, though, heel shims are very uncommon in alpine touring bindings.

We have not sold any of these bindings yet! We are not taking pre-orders, but you can sign up for a product notification through this listing, or email us at help@skimo.co.
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1/3/2025
Question from Youngho R
 
How do you think these will compare to the TR1s? Looks pretty similar in terms of specs. Negative "flat mode" is interesting.
1/3/2025
Answer from Carlos M
 
Hi Youngho,

Despite their similarities, this binding is in a different category than the TR1! The TR1 uses a tech toe piece, albeit one which has been designed with lateral release and elasticity (unlike most tech toes). This binding converts to an alpine-style toe piece with wings to grab onto the toe welt of your boot. The HY binding will be more analogous to a Shift than to a TR1, Tecton, or Kingpin, as in ski mode, it will function like an alpine binding.

The exciting thing about this binding is that it is much lighter than any alpine-style hybrid that has come out so far! It is more competitive with the TR1 and Tecton in terms of weight.
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1/1/2025
Question from WCJ
 
Probably too early but… do you know if the hole pattern is the same as the Raider series? Will it need a new mount (and jig)?
1/1/2025
Answer from Carlos M
 
Hi WCJ,

I can confirm that the hole pattern is not the same as the Raider, so you will need to redrill at least some holes. However, I can also confirm that it will be mounted using the same jig, and that (assuming that there are no other mounts to interfere) you will be able to re-mount without the holes interfering with a previous Raider mount, and keeping the position of the boot the same. Not bad!
3/18/2025
Answer from WCJ
 
The jig template - the Hy doesn’t use the Raider Evo series holes so will be filling the old and drilling the new, but they made sure there’s enough room when mounted in the same spot.
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12/27/2024
Question from Christian E
 
Any idea when these will come in stock? Bumped into a guy named Nikolai Shirmer (SP?) in Engelberg on the Steinberg and he was loving them.
12/27/2024
Answer from Emmett I
 
Hi Christian,

We're hoping to see them mid to end of February. I can add you to a notification list if you'd like, shoot us an email at help@skimo.co.
12/27/2024
Answer from Christian E
 
Thanks, already signed up. Have any of you guys been able to use them yet?
1/6/2025
Answer from Emmett I
 
We haven't had a chance to ski them yet - most of us haven't even seen them in person!
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