Dane H

Long time TR2 user. Only weakness of that binding in my eyes was boot compatibility. TR1 solves that problem and adds goodies like an automatic stowing brake, and “cocking” heel mechanism. A fantastic product, and by far the burliest (read: most elastic) pin binding on the market. No one else is remotely close to the Italians (Trab and ATK) when it comes to tech bindings.

I am using that setup (TR2 toe, TR1 heel) and so far it is seamless

Hard exits are a deal breaker! Very hard to get the skis off, have to wrench them off by blowing open the TR2 toes. If only those jaws opened a little wider it would be money.

Curious what boot you are using and in what size? I have never found the "flat" riser of this binding to be an issue even walking miles across frozen lakes and am curious if you have a shorter BSL making that ramp greater? I chose TR2 over Vipec for heel retention, it is much much better than heel pins. And TR2 is a little lighter & less complicated than Tecton but hey if you don't jibe with Sportiva boots, then Tecton is definitely best bet for: toe pins with elasticity and lateral release with an alpine...

What tool does dynafit recommend to install heel screws in this binding? Tiny torx key?