Hagan Touring Binding Spec Comparison
A side-by-side look at the full line of HAGAN backcountry ski touring bindings. For a discussion of the distinguishing features of each model, read our binding lineup guide.
The essentials:
- Pure 8 and Pure 10 – lightest and lowest priced.
- Core FR 15 EVO – freeride binding with ATK proprietary toe and heel release tech for a more precise release, included freeride spacer, and the highest release value in the lineup.
- Pin Up 8 and 10 EVO – easier brake system, and you can’t forget to release them for the descent.
- Core 12 EVO – higher release range and more refined toes than the Pin Ups.
- Core 10 Rental – simple, highly functional touring binding with 80 mm of boot adjustment. Great for demos and newer tourers.
Specialty models:
- Ultra World Cup – super light race and light touring binding.
- Ultra World Cup Brake – super light race binding with a brake. ISMF compliant.
- Grom 5 – kids’ binding. Low cost, easy to use.
- X-Trace Pivot – universal nordic backcountry binding.
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| Specification | Core 12 EVO | Core FR 15 EVO | Pin Up 8/10 EVO | Pure 8/10 | Core 10 Rental | Grom 5 | Ultra World Cup Brake | Ultra World Cup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Release & Climbing | ||||||||
| Release | 5–12 | 7–15 | 5–12 | 3–8 / 5–10 | 5–10 | 1.5–5 | ~9 | ~9 |
| Climbing Positions | 3: Flat, 48, 68 mm | 3: Flat, 26.5, 47.5 mm | 3: Flat, 54, 68 mm | 3: Flat, 41.5, 55 mm | 3: Flat, +33.5, +48.5 mm | Flat, 41.5 with optional riser | 1: 32 mm | 1: 32 mm |
| Toe–Heel Drop in Ski Mode | 12 mm | 5 mm | 12 mm | 11 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Weight (grams) | 360 | 395 | 303 | 286 | 380 | 290 | 135 | 110 |
| Elastic Response System | 12 mm | 14 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | – | – |
| Adjustment Length | 25 mm | 25 mm | 20 mm | 20 mm | 80 mm | 50 mm | 30 mm with optional adjustment plate | 30 mm with optional adjustment plate |
| Brakes | ||||||||
| Brake Position | Heel | Heel | Heel | Heel | Heel | Heel | Heel | None |
| Brakes | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included | Optional Race Brake |
| Brake Widths | 75, 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 97, 102, 108, 120 | 75, 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 75, 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 75, 86, 91, 97, 102 | Compatible with 60–70 mm waist ski | 70 |
| Removable Brakes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | ✓ | N/A | N/A |
| Features | ||||||||
| Easy Entry | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Independent Heel Vertical & Horizontal Retention | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | – | – |
| Crampon Mounts | Integrated | Integrated | Included, removable | Included, removable | Integrated | Integrated | Optional | Optional |
| Crampon Widths | 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 97, 102, 108, 120 | 70, 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 70, 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 70, 86, 91, 97, 102, 108, 120 | 70 | 70 |
| Freeride Spacer Compatible | ✓ AL13 |
Already included | ✓ AL13 |
– | – | – | – | – |
| Optional Safety Leash Attachment | Toe | Toe | Toe | Toe | Toe | Toe | Toe | Toe |
| Mounting Patterns | ||||||||
| Toe Mounting Pattern | 45 x 44 | 45 x 44 | 30 x 27 | 30 x 27 | – | 35/45 x 35 | 30 x 27 | 30 x 27 |
| Heel Mounting Pattern | 45 x 60 | 45 x 60 | 45(fr)/30(r) x 60 | 45(fr)/30(r) x 60 | – | 45(fr)/30(r) x 88 | 25 x 34 | 25 x 34 |