Karakoram Grizzly Connection Splitboard Bindings - 2024/2025
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Get set up for the backcountry without spending a fortune with the Karakoram Grizzly Split Connection bindings. This package is efficient and convenient on long uphill tours and powdery descents.
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- Dual RideStride patented forward lean system allows you to optimize your highback angle for Ride Mode with 2 preset options (aggressive and mellow)
- With a -8° lean setting, Tour Mode allows you maximize your stride length and glide far with every step; it delivers a tight, smooth free pivot for power sidehilling
- Ride Mode 2.0 maximizes transition speed and ease—simply drop the bindings onto the self-cleaning interface and close the lever to engage Active Joining Technology (AJT)
- AJT keeps your feet spring loaded to the board, giving you direct power transfer to the edge, instant response and zero seam separation
- Precision sleeved and lubricated "thru axle" functions much like a mountain bike hub; it is clamped in place and is step-in compatible
- Dual Surf Sidewall construction creates a surfy feel and gives you freedom of movement from the tip to the tail
- Speed risers offer efficient ease of use; activate the risers with your ski pole basket and quickly toggle between high, low and flat positions
- AirFlow highbacks have a soft, playful flex
- AirForm toe straps with aluminum ratchets can be worn either as toe caps or over the feet
- AirForm ankle straps with aluminum ratches provide medium flex with independent pressure pods to remove pressure points
- Compatible with full-length Connect EVA footbeds (not included) to transform your splitboard bindings into pillows for your feet
- Quiver Connectors (not included) allow you to quickly and effortlessly swap your Karakoram bindings from board to board
- Quick-release attachment of the Prime system allows you to eliminate a dimension of bulk for efficient storage and transport
- Compatible with Flex-Lock lever (not included)—flip it to get sidehilling leverage comparable to hard plastic AT ski boots; flip it back for lateral flex to surf the mountain
- Feel: 5 (on a scale of 1 to 10, soft to stiff)
- Weight per pair: 3 lbs. 11 oz. (1,680 g)
Made in USA.
View all Karakoram Snowboard Bindings| Binding Style | Splitboard |
|---|---|
| Best Use | Splitboarding |
| Riding Style | All-mountain |
| Binding Flex | Medium Flex |
| Base Material | CNC-machined aluminum/nylon composite |
| Highback Material | Nylon/fiberglass |
| Ratchets | Nylon composite |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
| Pucks Included | Yes |
| Heel Lift | Yes |
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Great bindings - when they stay together
These bindings are pretty great when you get them going. Putting them on the board isn’t super easy as the instructions included and online are trash. Once you get it all put together, it works great. While riding I’ve noticed that the high back angle switch moves and I often them horizontal (in skinning mode) when I go to unstrap. Fairly annoying but doesn’t happen every time. The main issue I have with these are the screws. They loosen all the time and the screws fall off. I’ve used the board about 10 times now and I’ve lost so many screws. The touring mode attachment came off in the middle of skinning up once because of a screw. Considering replacing mainly because that could be straight up dangerous in the backcountry.
Under-hyped Split Bindings
These are my first splitboard bindings, and after doing some research online, I felt like these were a good balance of affordability, performance, and (very important in 2021) availability. Personally, I was interested in the Karakoram system, and I think the active joining concept is the real deal. Pros: After a handful of days touring with them, including 2 in sleet/freezing rain, some wet snow, some dry fluffy snow, etc. I can say that the Karakoram system is way under-hyped and I honestly can't figure out why people don't rave about it more. Even when all my clothing had a sheet of ice all over it, I had no issues with snow/ice buildup, and transitions have always been super easy and fast - not to mention the fact that everything feels tight and solid with everything latched together. I wouldn't be surprised if the puck-based system feels as outdated in a couple of years as the pin system does now. Cons: There are some components that feel a little cheap on this binding (mostly the highback) but everything functions well and feels solid enough. I wish there was a stiffer option and a nice highback in this price range. Also, I feel like I will have to upgrade to the dual-speed risers, as the single riser is a little annoying at just one height, and I can't use my pole to engage it. Since the main competitors to this binding are probably the Spark Arc and Burton Hitchhiker/Nitro Vertical, which require the separate purchase of a puck system, and therefore come in closer to $460-$525, I would have gladly paid an extra $50-$75 or so for this binding with Karakoram's dual risers and a nicer highback. It would still be $200 cheaper than their next-cheapest option. Overall, these are great, and I am glad I ended up with the Karakoram system, even if there are some things I know I will want to change about them.
Affordable touring bindings, just don't lose bolts
These are an affordable binding for splitboard users. Honestly I'm not sure why there isn't a big hype about them. I've used these binds in the resort and in the back country and have hardly any complaints. I can't compare these to other split setups but I will always opt for my splitboard then my non split setup. I'd say these bindings are similar to the Now Pilots with the same skate feel and stiffness. I love how quick and easy they are to transfer to touring mode. They work well in every condition but hard pack sidehill. The plastic toe latch isn't stiff enough to deliver enough power when on compact side hills. But they still seem solid enough to last season long. I only gave these bindings a 4 star since the bolts will back off and need tightening. The toe latch can get gummy at times and make attaching in touring mode difficult. Only complaints I have but I love how solid the bindings lock onto the pucks. Makes downhill feel like a resort binding setup. I only noticed the weight when handing on the chairlift up. Other than that haven't noticed the weight/performance issues.