MARKER Cruise Bindings

These bindings are designed specifically for touring boots that meet the ISO 9523 standard. They are not compatible with standard alpine (ISO 5355) or GripWalk soles, so ensure your boots are touring-specific before purchasing.

The Cruise 12 features the ISI (Intuitive Step-In) toe piece, which is engineered to make stepping in significantly easier. It provides a wider footprint and a clear stop for your boot, helping you align quickly even when you are in powder or on uneven terrain.

With a DIN range of 6.0 to 12.0 and independent vertical and horizontal release adjustments, these bindings offer reliable retention for most backcountry skiers. While they are built to be lightweight for touring efficiency, they provide enough stability for confident downhill performance in varied conditions.

The bindings include color-coded climbing aids that offer three positions: 0°, 8°, and 12°. You can easily flip these into place with your ski pole to adjust your heel height, helping you maintain a comfortable, ergonomic stride on steep skin tracks.

The ergonomic heel piece rotates 180 degrees to switch between hike and ski modes. This design simplifies transitions, allowing you to move quickly from climbing to descending without fiddling with complex mechanisms.

Each binding weighs 475 grams. This ultra-lightweight construction is designed to reduce fatigue on long tours, making them a great choice if you prioritize energy conservation on the ascent.