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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
4.9/5 Stars out of 20 Reviews
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john frachella (Oregon)
Got Switchback X2s on all my wife's and my Tele skis (Vector BCs, V8s, Superchargers). Being 75 mm holdouts we depend on Voile for their support of the classic tradition because no one else does that as well or with as much dedication to 75 mm innovation and durability. Our new and old Switchbacks remain consistent and smooth during transitions where other brands have been sticky and hard to manage, especially in Cascade cement (glop). Having the same bindings on the variety of ski shapes and sizes we need to head out the door on untracked show in all conditions, all weather patterns and in variable terrain helps tremendously for dependability and confidence. Up, down, across,open, tight, low angle and steeps, the Switchback X2s never fail to deliver us to the goods and to get us back home safely.
John Sanders (Utah)
That too switch back has done me right! I put it through the wringer and it always comes out kicking. I use this on my 75MM set up and it skis just as good, if not better than my step in bindings.
Eric
Bombproof 75mm binding from a company that stands behind its products and still has replacement parts! Definitely an upgrade from the standard Switchback.
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