As far as the discussion on bindings goes, it usually comes down to trustworthiness more than anything else and whether or not you have faith in a particular binding to keep you safely connect while releasing only when appropriate to do so. Salomon, way back in the day, actually started out as a binding company and has remained as one of the most prominent binding brands in the industry to this day. The STH2 13 WTR binding sis the pinnacle of a high-performance alpine binding designed to provide maximum retention, seamless energy transmission, as well as a safe and reliable release should the situation call for it. This binding features a staggering 52 millimeters of elasticity which allows you to charge harder with more confidence knowing your binding is working overtime to keep you attached to your skis. The wide design of the Driver toe piece really captures and instantly reacts to any movement the skier makes for a precise, slack-free feel. A twin cam pivot heel offers an easy yet reassuring entry into the binding that provides both a lot of tactile and audible response letting you know you’re in a binding you can trust. Overall, this binding is designed around providing flat –out reliability and durability which are demanded by hard charging skiers of all different styles. Whether you dropping big cliffs, charging through mixed snow conditions or dragging your hip on a groomer, the STH2 13 WTR bindings will be there with you every step of the way until their required not to be.