Salomon Shift Brakes
Everybody loves “new ski day”. But sometimes “new ski day” also means “new brake day.” Below, you will find brakes for your Shift 1 or Shift 2 bindings. All Shift models 23/24 and older will utilize the Shift 1 brakes. For bindings 24/25 and newer, the Shift 2 brakes will suffice. Please note all brakes are sold as a pair. When selecting a brake, we recommend selecting a brake width that is either -5mm to +10mm of your skis' waist measurement. For assistance selecting the best brake width for your ski, please get in touch with us!
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11/10/2022
I recently bought some shifts and didn’t realize I got the wrong size of brake, I don’t really want to buy a new pair, is there any way you can bend the brakes to make them fit my skis?
11/10/2022
Carson,
It depends on which brakes you have and the waist width of the ski. You can often bend a set of brakes to get an extra 5-6mm of clearance, but beyond that, they can start to hang up on the edge of your skis, or just not deploy correctly. If you want to get into the specifics feel free to e-mail us at help@skimo.co!
It depends on which brakes you have and the waist width of the ski. You can often bend a set of brakes to get an extra 5-6mm of clearance, but beyond that, they can start to hang up on the edge of your skis, or just not deploy correctly. If you want to get into the specifics feel free to e-mail us at help@skimo.co!
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11/2/2022
Is there a way to use these bindings without the brakes? They're so short they don't actually work well in my experience.
11/2/2022
Randy, No, they are very integrated into the binding.
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10/22/2022
I have the bent Chetler 100 and eating to put a shift binding on them, will the 100 brakes me ok for those skis?
10/22/2022
Hi Unkown,
The 100mm brake would be a great pairing with the Bent Chetler 100!
The 100mm brake would be a great pairing with the Bent Chetler 100!
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1/16/2022
I have the 2020 Black Crows Camox Birdie womens with 97 width. I’m reading the 90 can stretch but would 100 be better? I have the 110 and seems a lot wider than normal brakes even tho they squeeze inward
1/17/2022
Hi Maggie,
Generally, brakes can be stretched up to 6mm for additional width. In your case, I would probably go with the 100mm brakes.
Generally, brakes can be stretched up to 6mm for additional width. In your case, I would probably go with the 100mm brakes.
3/18/2022
What size for 117 under foot
3/18/2022
Hi Tom,
For skis 117mm underfoot, I would definitely go with the 120mm brakes!
For skis 117mm underfoot, I would definitely go with the 120mm brakes!
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1/11/2022
I have a pair of blizzard rustler 11 and am wondering what size of brake I will need
They are 112 underfoot
They are 112 underfoot
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1/10/2022
Hi there. I have skis that are 112 underfoot with shift bindings that have a 110 brake. Where the brake actually sits is wider than 112, The brakes get stuck on the top sheet when I unclip from the bindings and I must give them a tap for them to go all the way down. Is there anything I can do to widen the brakes? Or should i consider trying to switch to a 120 brake? Thx
1/10/2022
Hey Jacob,
You should try bending the brakes out just a little. You shouldn't have to bend them too far to stop them from getting stuck on your ski.
You should try bending the brakes out just a little. You shouldn't have to bend them too far to stop them from getting stuck on your ski.
1/16/2023
I've found that it can be useful to shave off a tiny bit of plastic on the inside/downward point of the plastic on the brake - the bit that sits just above the ski when the brake is up, and digs into the snow when it's down.
Whilst the brake was wide enough, it has quite a square profile - and was getting wedged against the edge of the ski.
With a little bit of angle on it, the brake naturally splays outwards as it deploys!
Whilst the brake was wide enough, it has quite a square profile - and was getting wedged against the edge of the ski.
With a little bit of angle on it, the brake naturally splays outwards as it deploys!
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12/31/2021
Which size do you recommend for G3 FINDr 94? 90mm assuming the brakes can be stretched or 100mm?
12/31/2021
Hi Alex,
I would recommend going with the 90mm width. They should have no problem getting to 94mm with a small amount of stretching!
I would recommend going with the 90mm width. They should have no problem getting to 94mm with a small amount of stretching!
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12/29/2021
I would like to install a set of Shifts on BD Carbon Helios 104s. Sounds like it would be preferable to go with the 100mm width brakes?
12/30/2021
Hi Eric,
Generally, brakes can be stretched to accommodate up to an additional 6mm of width if necessary. The 100mm brakes should work just fine with some Helio 104s!
Generally, brakes can be stretched to accommodate up to an additional 6mm of width if necessary. The 100mm brakes should work just fine with some Helio 104s!
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12/22/2021
Just got the new Salomon QST Blank skis (112 at waist). Will the shift MNC 10 bindings w/110 brakes work? Or will I need to bend them out 1 mm on each side to accommodate??!!
12/22/2021
Hey Brian,
The 110 brake width will be perfect for that ski, no bending required!
The 110 brake width will be perfect for that ski, no bending required!
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11/26/2021
When choosing the brake width for salomon shift bindings - will a 110mm brake fit a 110mm ski? Or should I opt for the 120 brake?
Thanks
Thanks
11/26/2021
Hi Peter, the 110mm brake will fit perfectly on a 110mm ski!
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10/29/2021
Hi, I have pair of volkl revolt 121s and I would like to mount them with shifts I see the brake size only goes to 120. do you think I could bend them to fit?
10/29/2021
Hey Jonny, the 120mm brake will fit your 121mm waisted Revolts fine.
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10/8/2021
Hello,
I bought a pair of atomic backland 107 underfoot and am wondering if the 120 brake will be too wide? I would like to have the option to go wider in the future and am weighing my options.
I bought a pair of atomic backland 107 underfoot and am wondering if the 120 brake will be too wide? I would like to have the option to go wider in the future and am weighing my options.
10/8/2021
Hey Mitch, thanks for reaching out! I'd recommend sticking with the 110mm as it already is a bit wider than the labeled width, and you can bend it out further if needed. What is the widest you might go up to?
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9/13/2021
Hey folks, I have a pair of Line Vision 108's.. should I be going with the 110mm brake width?
9/13/2021
Hi Brendan, yes sir! The 100s will be a bit too skinny.
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6/1/2021
Hi! I have the 120mm brake size. If I got a narrower ski and wanted to remount the bindings am I able to change out the brake size?
6/1/2021
Hey Bayley, yes you are able to swap out brakes on the Shifts if you need to go to a smaller width. Let us know if you have any more questions!
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4/20/2021
What’s the best size brake to go with a W Head Kore 99 (95mm under foot)?
I was hoping Salomon shift 110s would fit my friends skis. Sounds like the brakes are too wide to match. Should I swap them out with the 90mm or 100mm brakes?
I was hoping Salomon shift 110s would fit my friends skis. Sounds like the brakes are too wide to match. Should I swap them out with the 90mm or 100mm brakes?
4/21/2021
Thanks for your question, Dave! For your ski, I think the 100mm brake would be the ticket! Please let us know if you have any other questions.
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3/27/2021
Is it possible to use the Salomon Shift Binding 110 brake on skis with a 99 waist. I want to be able to upgrade to a wider ski later but do not want to have to change out the brake
3/27/2021
Hello Michael, you should have no problem skiing a 110mm brake with your 99mm waisted ski, especially since you think you might get a wider ski in the future.
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2/8/2021
Hello, what brake width will match Volkl Mantra M5? Thank you.
2/8/2021
Hey Miro, the 100mm brake should work out quite well.
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1/14/2021
Would the 90mm work for a 96mm elan ripstick or would the 100mm be a better choice?
Thank you!
Thank you!
1/14/2021
Hi Gordon, get the 100s!
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1/10/2021
Which size should I choose for my K2 mindbender skis 98 in waist? Is the 100 enough?
1/10/2021
Hey Ebba, those should work perfectly for you!
1/31/2021
Would the 100’s work for the Icelantic Riveter 95 or is 110 a safer bet?
3/23/2021
Hey James, the 100 brake would be best for that ski!
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12/23/2020
Question from
Brian Goodheim 
Here's a follow-up to my previous question:
I would really like to bend the ski brake arms in a bench vise rather than stressing the plastic ski brake assembly. Does the Shift heel assembly need to be removed from the ski in order to separate the ski brake from the rear release? Thanks.
I would really like to bend the ski brake arms in a bench vise rather than stressing the plastic ski brake assembly. Does the Shift heel assembly need to be removed from the ski in order to separate the ski brake from the rear release? Thanks.
12/23/2020
Hi Brian,
The safest way to bend brakes on a binding is to do so with your boot in the binding. This will protect areas like the plastic assembly from harm.
If you would like to isolate the brake mechanism from the rest of the binding in order to bend them with a vice, you will need to screw the binding all the way forward on its BSL adjustment track, slide it off of the heel plate, at which point you will be able to separate the brake mechanism from the heel piece. The Brake arms themselves cannot be removed from their housing. Hopefully, this answers both of your questions!
The safest way to bend brakes on a binding is to do so with your boot in the binding. This will protect areas like the plastic assembly from harm.
If you would like to isolate the brake mechanism from the rest of the binding in order to bend them with a vice, you will need to screw the binding all the way forward on its BSL adjustment track, slide it off of the heel plate, at which point you will be able to separate the brake mechanism from the heel piece. The Brake arms themselves cannot be removed from their housing. Hopefully, this answers both of your questions!
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