Comments on: So Long Naxo Alpine Touring Ski Bindings

By: Markos G

Markos G — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 03:22:33 +0000

Couple of things. Alpina bought them and have spare parts. The weird bolt on the front can be removed using the “butt” end of a 1/4″ drive socket. Make sure you don’t have snow on your boot sole when stepping in since this increased pressure is likely part of the failures.

By: Len

Len — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 00:19:48 +0000

These bindings are garbage. After 10 uses my heel piece snapped leaving me stranded in deep snow and a long way from the car. Absolute crap. Get them off your skis.

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 05:44:52 +0000

I’d try the last known distributor, Rottefella:

http://www.rottefella.no

Prior to Rottefella, Backcountry Access handled all US distribution, so they may have the inside scoop as well. Good luck!

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 03:54:41 +0000

Do you know anywhere I can purchase extra parts? I have a pair of Naxo 21’s and I need some wide brakes for them. I can’t find them anywhere. Any ideas?

By: brig

brig — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:51:48 +0000

You know, I’ve had mixed feelings about the Naxos I’ve owned over the years. But you are exactly right —- the pivot point way out in front of the toe makes for difficult climbing on steep terrain. Frustratingly difficult climbing, at times. I guess we’ll have to live with the door-hinge swing of fritschis on the uphill now, which isn’t so awful and actually helps a fair bit when climbing steeps.