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SOLD AS A PAIR
The X2 sums up 35 years of telemark binding innovation and evolution from Voilé. One of the hallmarks of that body of work is our consistent abandonment of the use of flexible (and breakable) cables. Stranded wires may be great for moving electrons, but for transferring turning forces to a ski, our own tenet of rigid coiled springs, steel rods and spring-loaded cartridges has more than proven itself over time.
In 2007, we took a cue from the randonnée world and introduced the now-legendary, Voilé Switchback, a telemark binding with a foolproof, free-pivot option that greatly facilitates climbing. (And does so with the simple flick of a ski pole.)
Built on the success of the Switchback, the X2 is a beefier, more-active, binding—but still an uphill wonder. And wrapped up in a sleek, minimalist design that a Scandinavian would admire and that lives up to a Voilé credo: Less is ALWAYS more.
Optimized for maximum power transfer, the X2 is augmented with stiffer cartridges, a much-longer toe plate and a boot pivot point relocated 26mm to the rear. The happy result is a powerful binding with superb downhill performance and the added efficiency of much-easier uphill travel. With regard to the latter, the X2 and Switchback, as well as our 3-Pin Hardware, all feature dual-height climbing elevators.
When you reach the top of your toil, just “switch back” to the X2’s downhill mode, and you’ll soon be making turns that would even make Sondre jealous.
Not compatible with the Voilé Release Kit.
Sold as a pair.
Benefits
SPECS
| Part Number | Short Rod 608-130-10 | Standard Rod 608-130-20 |
| Color | Black | Black |
| Boot Size (Mondo Point) | 24-26.5 | 27-31 |
| Boot Sole Length (mm) | 273-322 | 305-350 |
| Boot Size (US) | 5-8.5 | 9-13 |
| Weight(lbs/kg) | 3 lbs-2oz/1.42kg/pr. | 3 lbs-2oz/1.42kg/pr. |
| Riser Height | 25mm | 25mm |
| Dual Height Elevators | 65mm/100mm | 65mm/100mm |
| Flex/Performance | Aggressive | Aggressive |
| Material | Heat treated stainless steel | Heat treated stainless steel |
UPC
Short Rod: Part No: 608-130-10 UPC: 759948813011
Standard Rod: Part No: 608-130-20 UPC: 759948813028
Long Rod: Part No: 608-130-30 UPC: 759948917627
Reviews
4.88/5 Stars out of 17 Reviews
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Jon W
When a ski trip will include miles of flats with multiple passes and varied terrain I grab my Karhu XCD Guides with the Swichback bindings. This setup has allowed me to explore the varied terrain of Yellowstone Park with confidence and makes for great powder turns when the opportunity presents itself. \nHuge respect to Voile for continuing to make gear for telemark skiers and three pinners.
Laneha Everett
I got these because I needed to replace my bindings due to out of production parts on my old ones. I was worried they would be too heavy duty and would get in the way of just normal cross country skiing. Nothing big mountain- just roads, some smaller hills, variable terrain and breaking trail on light duty metal edge waxless skis. But they work great!! Not using these bindings with plastic boots, just some 75mm boots I had used with my other bindings. Happy with this. I bought the full spare parts kit for taking with me. Looks easy to work on. Love that these are made in the USA.
Aidan Goldie
I don't drop my knee too much anymore but these have been a reliable binding anytime I dust off the tele skis for the season. The cartridge resistance is perfect for me and is just simply reliable. No complaints, only praise.
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