WCJ

I have the older Crest 10 and the new one looks like such an improvement! Without the brake this binding approaches the Haute Route plus but is $100 cheaper. What are the main differences that make that one better, or at least more expensive?

Are you still using the stock liner? How would you rate it and what is the best replacement liner for this boot (not including the Zipfits)?

How do the Multi-clip tail straps mount to the skin? My current straps are sewn on so do these come with rivets or ? Thanks

I also find this boot very challenging to get my foot in and out of. The red ski boot horn helps but it’s still harder to get into than my big overlap boots. I found the Ridge’s floating tongue gets out of the way more and is way easier to put on.

I’ve been waiting for a lighter hybrid binding to use on my 50/50 setup. (Weight for one binding with 108 brakes, AFD and screws was 711g on my scale - about 200g less than the Shift). I mounted the Hy’s to use on Volkl Blaze 94’s with my Atomic Hawx boots. When I’m not touring on another setup, I’ll head to the resort and get a couple of sidecountry laps before riding the lifts for a couple of hours. To use a baseball analogy, I swing a heavy bat for my fitness laps setup, it makes me stronger and I want t...