Good, consistent performance.
I used this binding for many seasons in all kinds of weather and it's reliability has been very impressive. It is not the lightest binding out there, but one of the lightest with an adjustable heel release value. No issues with icing or any difficulty rotating the heel. The riser is fairly easy to change with a ski pole. That green color is pretty rad too.
Dynafit Superlite 2.0 Binding
Dynafit calls the Superlite 2.0 a revolution instead of an evolution. If you like brakes then you might be inclined to agree, since the new version is the first race-weight binding with an (optional) integrated brake. It maintains the fully adjustable lateral-release of the original Superlite that prompted many skiers to adopt ultralight bindings for everyday touring. With two versions of this binding available, each with a lateral release range of 5-10 or 6-12, Dynafit has created a lightweight, reliable binding that can accommodate a wide range of skiers. Please note that while the lateral release can be adjusted, the vertical release remains fixed. Last but not least, Dynafit managed to include two risers (rotate the heel 180º), and they updated the heel mounting pattern from three holes to a more stable 4-hole pattern. The Dynafit Superlite 2.0 (175) is a welcoming entry into the lightweight touring category.
- Optional stopper system accepts optional brakes in 75, 90, and 105mm widths.
- Lateral release can be adjusted between 5-10 or 6-12 to match your size & ability.
- Two risers let you climb the steeps efficiently after rotating the heel piece.
- Proven toe piece design has both unlocked-skiing and locked-uphill modes.
- 4-hole mounting pattern offers more stability and hold than previous Superlites.
- Optional adjustment plates available to work with multiple boots.
*** Brakes are not included and sold as an optional accessory.
Update 2019/20: Dynafit now calls this binding the Superlite 175 Z10 / Z12 and offers it with the same two release ranges, 5-10 and 6-12. They also updated the paint job with a pleasing yellow and black hue.
| Specifications | |
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Weight |
181g |
| Weight (pair) | 362g |
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Boot |
Tech |
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Brakes |
Accessory 75, 90, 105 |
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BSL |
Accessory plates |
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Riser |
2 + unofficial flat |
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Vertical |
Fixed |
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Lateral |
5-10 [Z10] 6-12 [Z12] |
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Crampon |
Yes, Removable |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Forged 7075 aluminum, chromoly & stainless steel, high-strength synthetics |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Lightweight touring & mountaineering |
| Notes | Fixed vertical release |
| Bottom Line | Lightest binding w/ integrated brakes |
| Compare to other Lean Bindings | |
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Questions & Reviews
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1/16/2025
Hei! I just had these bindings mounted on a pair of racing skis and noticed that the ski-technician have put the backhouse the wrong way around, so that I would ski downhill on the tour mode. I feel like the springs are a bit different depending on which way you turn the binding, will this need to be fixed or is it fine to leave it like it is? The ski have already had a different binding in the rear and it might not be a good idea to remount it on this ski
1/17/2025
Hi Erland! Oh man, sorry to hear about that! The heel needs to be set in the correct orientation for this binding to function properly. To preserve the mounting location and straighten things out, you could use Superlite 2.0 / 150 / 175 Heel Adjustment Plate. This plate would give the new mounting holes enough real estate and help spare the integrity of the ski.
1/18/2025
Ok, thats unfortunate. Is it that critical though, or is it that it won't release or will it prerelease in this configuration? I dont think I can buy the adjustment-plate, do you think the ski will handle another mount?
1/18/2025
Hi Erland,
We cannot say anything definitive without putting it on a release tester, other than to say that it definitely wasn't designed to be used backwards. We have never tested one in that orientation. If you have a shop that can release test it, and they get good results from it, then it may be okay to use - but officially it would not be recommended, and may or may not release properly. It is very much an at-your-own-risk situation.
The ski can probably handle another mount, but to re-mount it without the plate, you would need to move where you are mounted on the ski to create at least 10mm between the new and old holes. With the plate, you could leave the binding where it is because the plate's hole pattern will bridge over the existing holes.
We cannot say anything definitive without putting it on a release tester, other than to say that it definitely wasn't designed to be used backwards. We have never tested one in that orientation. If you have a shop that can release test it, and they get good results from it, then it may be okay to use - but officially it would not be recommended, and may or may not release properly. It is very much an at-your-own-risk situation.
The ski can probably handle another mount, but to re-mount it without the plate, you would need to move where you are mounted on the ski to create at least 10mm between the new and old holes. With the plate, you could leave the binding where it is because the plate's hole pattern will bridge over the existing holes.
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12/18/2024
Does the superlite 175 (6-12) have a similar vertical release value to the superlite 2.0 (black with the stiffer spring). Wildsnow said that the 2.0 had approximately a 9 vertical release. The 2.0 worked ok for me and hoping that the 175 has at least a vertical release value of 9 or higher. Thanks!
12/18/2024
Hi Brendan, other than color, the binding did not change with the rename to 175. We did not adopt the new name in an attempt to alleviate the confusion you are experiencing.
12/18/2024
Thanks for your quick reply. My understanding is that some of the early 2.0s had a stiffer u spring but then dynafit reduced the diameter of the u spring in later versions of the 6-12 2.0 and subsequent z12 175. Is that correct? Do you have happen to have the diameter of the current 6-12 175 uspring on hand do I could compare it to my older 2.0 to verify that is the same spring weight?
1/8/2025
Hi Brendan, they look like this and measure 3.5mm in diameter, horizontally.
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12/13/2024
Do you guys sell mounting screws for the Dynafit Superlite 2.0?
Couldnt find any dynafit loose screws on your website.
Thanks,
Brendan
Couldnt find any dynafit loose screws on your website.
Thanks,
Brendan
12/13/2024
Hi Brendan,
Here is a link to our Dynafit Binding Screws listing! You would want the 12.5mm Torx screw for the toes and heels of that binding.
Here is a link to our Dynafit Binding Screws listing! You would want the 12.5mm Torx screw for the toes and heels of that binding.
12/13/2024
Great thanks for your help Carlos
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12/2/2024
Hello lovely people!
Are the toes on these bindings as durable as the traditional dynafit toe pieces (speed turn etc.)? For the context of long multi-day trips.
Thanks!!
Are the toes on these bindings as durable as the traditional dynafit toe pieces (speed turn etc.)? For the context of long multi-day trips.
Thanks!!
12/2/2024
Hi Taylor,
Not quite as much! The Speed Turn 2.0 toe piece, Speed Radical Steel, and other steel toe pieces are more burly and ultimately more durable. That said, it's quite hard to break an aluminum toe piece.
Not quite as much! The Speed Turn 2.0 toe piece, Speed Radical Steel, and other steel toe pieces are more burly and ultimately more durable. That said, it's quite hard to break an aluminum toe piece.
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4/16/2024
Hey there! Was wondering if this binding or any dynafit binding is compatible with the ATK stomp pad?
4/16/2024
Josh, For the Superlight, no.
The ATK Universal freeride spacer will work with other bindings, but the heel pin height will need to be tall enough for it to work. So some of the brake or Speed Radical could work. We haven't investigated it.
If you are interested in a serious Stomp pad, check out - Slatnar
The ATK Universal freeride spacer will work with other bindings, but the heel pin height will need to be tall enough for it to work. So some of the brake or Speed Radical could work. We haven't investigated it.
If you are interested in a serious Stomp pad, check out - Slatnar
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4/8/2024
I have the Superlite 2.0 12's with the adjustment plate for the heel piece, but Murphy's Law - as far forward on the adjustment track gets me to a 6mm gap vs. 5.5mm recommendation (so 0.5mm off). These are mounted on the 2016 Blizzard Zero G 95 (the OG) which are very stiff underfoot (so little risk in ski flex causing release) and I have the 12 release spring which is overkill for my needs (I run a 9 or 10 DIN these days) so do I need to remount or run it as is? FWIW, I skied 10 runs this past weekend with no issues. Thanks, in advance, for the feedback.
4/8/2024
Hi Alex, your effective release value is going to be a tad lower both vertically and laterally than advertised. It'll probably be okay, especially if you've tried it with no prerelease issues. I wouldn't run a shorter boot.
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4/7/2024
Quick question about the heel gap. With the superlite 2.0 there is a small square nubbin/protrusion that sticks out from the heel piece. Should the heel gap be measured including/at the point of that protrusion or not? Thanks!
4/8/2024
Hi Alex, measure above the pins. Pay no attention to the nubbin.
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2/14/2023
Hey, have you ever see a broken U Pin before? I'm hoping just a issue with manufacturing on this one as seems to have sheered at the cutout. Bit concerned. Not purchased from you just asking here as you're open and have huge experience.
2/14/2023
Hi James, we have seen a few and do have replacement u-springs.
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1/29/2023
Hello! A few questions for you:
(1) Dynafit mentions on its website for the Z12: "Its vertical release is fixed, but can be adjusted using a interchangeable U-spring (available separately)." I'm not seeing this part for sale on their website however. Do you have access to this optional U-spring?
(2) I see that there is an "unofficial flat". Does this unofficial setting seem to work well for folks, and does it cause the binding any harm to use frequently?
Thank you!
(1) Dynafit mentions on its website for the Z12: "Its vertical release is fixed, but can be adjusted using a interchangeable U-spring (available separately)." I'm not seeing this part for sale on their website however. Do you have access to this optional U-spring?
(2) I see that there is an "unofficial flat". Does this unofficial setting seem to work well for folks, and does it cause the binding any harm to use frequently?
Thank you!
1/30/2023
Rudy,
We do have the lighter U spring here U spring. It is the 175 Z6, which would be the 10 here.
The flat mode will not hurt the binding. The heel piece may rotate while in that mode as there is no indent to hold it in that position.
We do have the lighter U spring here U spring. It is the 175 Z6, which would be the 10 here.
The flat mode will not hurt the binding. The heel piece may rotate while in that mode as there is no indent to hold it in that position.
1/31/2023
Thanks Jeff.. sorry I'm still a little confused! Am I reading this right in that the stock version of the Z12 has a vertical release of "Z8"?
Also, wondering if anyone out there has experience using this in the "unofficial flat" mode, and finds that the binding rotates around and gets in the way.. or if it works out just fine.
Thanks!
Also, wondering if anyone out there has experience using this in the "unofficial flat" mode, and finds that the binding rotates around and gets in the way.. or if it works out just fine.
Thanks!
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11/6/2022
Hi!
Is the BSL adjustment accessory plate available for purchase?
And when installed will it raise the heel to a point of needing a toe piece riser at all?
Thanks!
Is the BSL adjustment accessory plate available for purchase?
And when installed will it raise the heel to a point of needing a toe piece riser at all?
Thanks!
11/6/2022
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8/6/2021
Hello, is the front of the superlite binding identical at Z10 and Z12? or there are other springs. Different DIN.
8/6/2021
Tomáš, thanks for reaching out. If you referring to the toes as the front of the binding then no there is no difference. The only difference is the release values in the heel.
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3/18/2021
Hi! I just bought the Superlite 175s, but was given conflicting/incomplete information about the vertical release on them, and now I'm wondering if I made a mistake... Do you know what the vertical release value ends up being on these? I have the 5-10 DIN version, and I set my DIN to 6.5.
Thanks!
Thanks!
3/19/2021
Hey Lina, the vertical spring for the Superlite 2.0 in the 5-10 model releases at around a 6.
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2/15/2021
thank you. To replace the heel piece do I have to remount the heel piece or can I simply switch out the body of the binding?
2/20/2021
Hi Thomas,
Unfortunately the Superlite heels do not come off of the baseplate like radical-style heels. To replace the heel piece you will indeed have to unmount the current heel and install the replacement.
Unfortunately the Superlite heels do not come off of the baseplate like radical-style heels. To replace the heel piece you will indeed have to unmount the current heel and install the replacement.
2/20/2021
I did remove the heel pieces from the baseplate.
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2/14/2021
Will the new version of the heel piece sit on the same mount as the older green model?
2/14/2021
Hi Thomas, it sure does!
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I flat abused these bindings. They are light. The two tower system is one of the better/lighter options in the market.
Here’s the problem I had. I busted the toe on. Mental completely broke that connects to the toe. It was a cold day and it made for a long day back to the car skiing on one foot.
Price you pay for fast and light. But I haven’t gone back to Dynafit bindings since.
Huge plus for skimo to help me with the warranty process to get me back on the slopes.
Here’s the problem I had. I busted the toe on. Mental completely broke that connects to the toe. It was a cold day and it made for a long day back to the car skiing on one foot.
Price you pay for fast and light. But I haven’t gone back to Dynafit bindings since.
Huge plus for skimo to help me with the warranty process to get me back on the slopes.
Comment on this review:
1/28/2021
I bought a used pair of Blizzard Zero G 85s with these bindings. I've heard lots of horror stories about broken superlight 2.0 toe pieces. Which was doubly concerning to me as I was hoping to use these skis for mountaineering applications where a spontaneously broken toe would be a bummer. What would your thoughts be on replacing the toe with a radical toe? I was under the impression they were the same hole pattern, so maybe it wouldn't require a redrill? Also curious if you'd be worried about them pulling out if they were remounted in the same hole.
1/28/2021
Hey Nick, you can definitely replace them with different toe pieces if you'd like! You may be able to avoid a redrill if you have a nearly identical boot sole length to what it had been mounted for, otherwise you may need to move the toe to have the recommended boot center position. You can reuse the same holes, just add wood glue, avoid cross threading, and don't tighten it super hard(this can cause the screw to become a "spinner").
1/28/2021
Hi Nick, for what it's worth, I just checked our warranty files and we haven't seen any catastrophic toe failures.
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12/28/2020
What size Torx bit is needed to adjust binding DIN? 15? 20?
12/28/2020
Hi Dustin, Dynafit uses a T20 for the lateral RV adjustment.
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11/24/2020
My superlite toe releases a lot when skinning, even locked. The "lock" barely engages the nub, even on the last click. Someone indicated there is a "shim" available to help this. Is that a part I can order?
11/24/2020
Hi Jake,
Thanks for reaching out! The part you are referring to is in the Dynafit Toe Levers & Locks listing on our website. It is called the Superlite 2.0 Lock Stiffener. This part will help firm up your lock mechanism. Of note, this part is mounted under your toe piece, so you will need to unscrew it!
Thanks for reaching out! The part you are referring to is in the Dynafit Toe Levers & Locks listing on our website. It is called the Superlite 2.0 Lock Stiffener. This part will help firm up your lock mechanism. Of note, this part is mounted under your toe piece, so you will need to unscrew it!
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11/11/2020
Do you sell the crampon attachments for the superlite 175 z 12 ?
11/11/2020
Hi David, we sure do! They are under our listing for Dynafit crampon receptors.
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