Best BC Tele Binding?

[mattchuck2]

I'm looking to buy a tele binding to be used mostly in the Backcountry, but occasionally (5-10 times a year) at the resort. I'm looking at the G3 Targa Ascents, Black Diamond 01, 22 Designs Axl, and the Voile Switchback.

Does anyone have any experience (good or bad) with any of these? I'm leaning toward the Axls right now, just because of the cool factor, but I can be persuaded to buy any of them.

 

[TheBEast]

I think those are all good choices....main thing would be to get one that has the front toe hinge, making climbing easier. I've got an older 7TM (releasable binding - although it's never released on me) without that feature and boy do I wish I did on the up hill.

Buddy has the BD and loves them. Another friend has the hammerheads (not the new Axl) and swears by them.

Good decisions to have to make!

 

[skidmarks]

I have a pair of the BD 01s and they tour real nice. Push the green button and they ski great!!