Replacement brakes might be necessary if you move your bindings to a ski with a different width. You also might misplace your brakes since they are easily removable, a handy feature. See below for some various brake options.
Vipec/Tecton Brakes - Also known as Diamir Tech Brakes, these are replacement brakes for the Fritschi Vipec, Vipec EVO, and Tecton bindings. They are available in several widths, starting with 80mm for skinny skis and ending with 120mm for fatties. The brakes are attached with brake plate kits that ship with the bindings or with replacements kits found here. Attachment plate kits are NOT INCLUDED with the brakes despite the photo showing them. ** Please note there are two generations of brake shapes and sizes that are incompatible with each other's attachment kits. Older brakes have 4.5mm-thick arms while starting with 2021/22 the brakes have lighter 4.0mm arms. If you are upgrading brakes on an older binding, you will need a set of the 4.5mm brake kits.
Xenic Brakes - Add-on stoppers for the Xenic binding. Available in several widths, starting with 85mm, 95mm, and 105mm.
Questions & Reviews
9/11/2022
Hello, have a pair of I believe Tectonic 12's on my Black Diamonds which are 107 underfoot. the brakes installed stick out too far when in ski mode and keep hooking my pant legs. so thinking I need 110 brakes but will these fold back over the ski like they're supposed to so I don't have this issue? Thanks
9/12/2022
MIke, If you have the 120mm brakes on your bindings, the 110 will help.
But, how old are your bindings? If older than last season's model, we do have the right brake in stock, read the above note about 4 and 4.5mm brakes.
But, how old are your bindings? If older than last season's model, we do have the right brake in stock, read the above note about 4 and 4.5mm brakes.
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9/6/2022
I have a pair Blizzard Black pearl, 82 mm and Tecton 13 bindings. What would be the best brake size, 80mm or 90mm?
9/6/2022
Kim, I would recommend the 80mm brake.
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7/6/2021
I purchased a pair of fritschi tecton brakes to downsize my existing brakes. Do you have any guiddance on how to take off the existing brake? I can't seem to understand where I need to pinch/unlatch to remove the brake assembly.
Thanks,
Tyler
Thanks,
Tyler
7/6/2021
Tyler, to better walk you through the removal and installation of a brake I would recommend either calling us at (801) 942-9084 or emailing us at help@skimo.co.
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6/12/2021
I previously had one of the catches on my Tecton 12 brake break and replaced under warranty. Once again another one won’t stay up in tour mode. Does the above have all the attached plastic bits? Text mentions maybe not? Little confused. Best to order a full new set of brakes shown above?
6/13/2021
Hey Nat, The Vipec/Tecton brake does not include the Brake plate parts. Just the brake like in the Xenic picture.
Here is a link to those parts -- fritschi
Here is a link to those parts -- fritschi
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2/10/2021
So if I have a full set of Tecton brakes ( including the brake attachments etc), if i removed the brake plate kits and just have the bare brakes ( with the plastic stomper plate), could I use a 'bare' Tecton brake on a Xenic binding ( see photo attached)? Or does the Xenic brake need its own attachments too?
2/10/2021
Hi Dave,
Unfortunately no, the Tecton brakes and the Xenic brakes are not compatible . The wire gate is a bit different as well as the thickness of the pad you would be stepping on. Even if you were able to get the Tecton to fit into the Xenic holder, I would be concerned about the brake causing you to pre-release vertically.
Unfortunately no, the Tecton brakes and the Xenic brakes are not compatible . The wire gate is a bit different as well as the thickness of the pad you would be stepping on. Even if you were able to get the Tecton to fit into the Xenic holder, I would be concerned about the brake causing you to pre-release vertically.
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12/4/2020
What is the widest ski waist the 100mm (tectonic or vipec) brakes are compatible with? If I got skis with a waist closer to 110, would I be able to bend the 100mm brakes enough to work, or would they get hung up too much?
12/4/2020
Hey Erin, I would just try to go with the 110mm brakes. You can usually bend them around 3-6mm total but 10mm would be pushing it.
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12/1/2020
Hey, do you guys just have the brake without the assembly? I see them on Amazon for $29 but I want to support you all.
12/1/2020
Hey Brad, thanks for reaching out! What binding model and brake width are you looking for?
12/1/2020
Hey Teddy. I have the Tecton 12 with a 90 brake but looking for a 100 or 110 and don't need the plastic assembly piece, just the brake itself.
12/1/2020
It looks like we only have these available with the plastic assembly, my apologies!
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11/16/2020
Looking to buy Tectons and wondering about brake size. Skis are 112 under foot, but want to avoid pre-release of brakes by order the smallest brakes that would clear. Thinking the 100mm brakes and slightly tweak them if needed rather than go with 110mm and have them stick out too far. Thoughts?
11/16/2020
Hey Gary, I would just stick with the 110mm brake option. You still have just the right amount in order to clear the ski so they shouldn't get caught up. Hope this helps!
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11/4/2020
Hi. Can you let me know if the plastic plate marked in red is included in the sale of the brakes. Mine has snapped and no longer holds the break in uphill mode. If it doesn't include this plate do you know if it possible to purchase this part individually? Ben
11/4/2020
Hey Ben,
Looks like both the Xenic and Tecton come with what is included in the photo on the right. Sadly, we've never been able to get any of those extra brake holding pieces!
Looks like both the Xenic and Tecton come with what is included in the photo on the right. Sadly, we've never been able to get any of those extra brake holding pieces!
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9/28/2020
I read on another site that Fritschi brakes are interchangeable. They made it sound like Vipec brakes could be used on the Xenic. Can you confirm?
I'm looking at pairing Xenics with 116 underfoot skis. Thanks!
I'm looking at pairing Xenics with 116 underfoot skis. Thanks!
9/29/2020
Hey Alex, Fritschi brakes are not interchangeable between models. You should be all set with getting those 105mm brakes though, because they do stretch a fair amount.
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5/6/2020
Hi
Will these work with Fritschi Scout bindings?
Will these work with Fritschi Scout bindings?
5/6/2020
Thanks for your question, Micah. Unfortunately these are listed to work with the Vipec, Vipec EVO, and Tecton bindings but not the Scout.
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4/12/2020
Hi, I'm thinking about purchasing the Evo 12 and was wondering if the 120mm brakes will fit a 124mm ski? I don't think there's a bigger brake size right?
4/12/2020
Jack, Yes the 120mm should work fine. They may be wide enough, but if not, only a slight bend should do the trick.
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12/27/2019
Will the 100mm brake work on an Atomic Vantage 100?
12/27/2019
Robert, it will be the perfect fit skiers want.
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12/7/2019
Are these purchased per brake or do they come in a pair?
Thanks!
Thanks!
12/7/2019
These brakes are sold as a pair!
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10/28/2019
Hey Guys,
I picked up a new pair of tectons in the box with a size 120 brake. I’m wondering if you would ever consider allowing me to swap them for a 90 or 100mm brake? Local, no shipping. Thank you for your consideration.
I picked up a new pair of tectons in the box with a size 120 brake. I’m wondering if you would ever consider allowing me to swap them for a 90 or 100mm brake? Local, no shipping. Thank you for your consideration.
10/29/2019
Brad, sorry, right now we don't have sufficient inventory to make that swap.
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3/5/2019
Hi,
I have a vipec binding on my carbon converts (~105 waist). I purchased them in 2017 and I believe they were the previous years model (not the evo). The size from the order was "L." Anyway, the brakes *fit* but they are just slightly too small and typically will not engage without a kick or push. Will the 110mm size be ample for these skis?
I have a vipec binding on my carbon converts (~105 waist). I purchased them in 2017 and I believe they were the previous years model (not the evo). The size from the order was "L." Anyway, the brakes *fit* but they are just slightly too small and typically will not engage without a kick or push. Will the 110mm size be ample for these skis?
3/5/2019
Jacob, It is perfectly acceptable to bend the arms out a bit. If that doesn't work, you can order the 110, that will work for sure.
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1/10/2019
Hi, Can you mount these bindings on the Fritschi Titanal 3?
Thanks!
Thanks!
1/10/2019
Hi Jerry, unfortunately, these brakes will not work with the Titanal 3.
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11/12/2018
I mounting a pair of FRITSCHI VIPEC EVO 12s on a 95 ski, and i thought the 100 size brake would be right, but (based on on a prior answer) if that brake fits a 108 ski according to Black Diamond, is it too wide for a 95? Thanks
11/12/2018
Hi eric, Fritschi redid their brake sizing last year and the 108 comment no longer applies. I would recommend the 100 for you.
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10/28/2018
Got my wife zero g blizzards with an 85mm waist. Would the 100mm be right or the 80mm?
10/29/2018
Hey Phil! 80mm might clear, 100mm would likely be too big though. Ideally I'd like to see you on a 90mm brake, though it looks like we don't have that at the moment. Let me know if you'd like me to set you up for an email notification when we get those in!
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9/20/2018
Hi there,
Do you think the 100mm brakes would work on 102mm Faction Agents?
Saw your reply to 103 soul owner's post above, but also read your reply to Fedor which points out that the 100mm brakes can work for up to 108mm (according to BD, at least).
Context: Just bought Tectons w/ 110mm brakes from a friend (new, unused), but am concerned the brakes are too wide.
Thanks in advance--stoked to try the new setup in the Wasatch this winter!
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Do you think the 100mm brakes would work on 102mm Faction Agents?
Saw your reply to 103 soul owner's post above, but also read your reply to Fedor which points out that the 100mm brakes can work for up to 108mm (according to BD, at least).
Context: Just bought Tectons w/ 110mm brakes from a friend (new, unused), but am concerned the brakes are too wide.
Thanks in advance--stoked to try the new setup in the Wasatch this winter!
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9/20/2018
Hi Alexandra, I think in your case that the 100mm brakes will likely have enough clearance to work.
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