XENIC 10

The Fritschi Xenic 10 takes a different approach from most lightweight bindings on the market: rather than chasing every last gram, Fritschi prioritized release safety without giving up a competitive weight of 290 g per unit. Its most distinctive trait is lateral toe elasticity — the pins slide side-to-side independently of the locking lever — an uncommon feature in tech bindings at this weight that absorbs impacts before an unwanted release occurs. The result is a versatile touring binding capable of handling both long climbs and technical descents with a sense of control unusual for its category.

The rotating heel unit, with 10mm of length compensation, ensures a reliable release at the chosen setting even as the ski flexes under load, while its DIN 4-10 range covers a wide spread of skiers. The two-position riser system handles any slope without fuss, and the build combines the latest-generation technical plastics with high-quality metal to keep stiffness where it matters. With no brake as standard —available as an accessory in several widths— the Xenic 10 is the binding for anyone after real lightness without giving up the peace of mind of a well-calibrated release.

FEATURES

• Lightweight, versatile touring binding, built with a focus on release safety.
• Lateral toe elasticity: pins slide side-to-side independently of the locking lever, absorbing impacts before an unwanted release.
• Rotating heel unit with 10mm of length compensation for consistent release.
• DIN 4-10 lateral release range.
• 2 riser positions to handle different slopes.
• No brake as standard; available as an accessory in several widths (75/85/95/105mm).
• Mixed construction of latest-generation technical plastics and high-quality metal.
• 25mm heel (BSL) adjustment.

SPECIFICATIONS

DIN RANGE (LATERAL RELEASE)

4-10 (lateral release)

STAND HEIGHT

~12mm (indicative figure, not confirmed by the official brand)

WEIGHT PER UNIT

290 g (without brake)

BOOT COMPATIBILITY

Touring boot with tech insert (ISO 9523 standard)

BRAKE

Not included as standard; available as an accessory in 75/85/95/105mm widths

CLIMBING AID SYSTEM

2 riser positions

USE/DISCIPLINE

Ski mountaineering / versatile touring, long climbs and technical descents

MATERIAL

CHASSIS/CONSTRUCTION

Latest-generation technical plastics combined with high-quality metal

TOE PIECE

Pins with lateral elasticity independent of the locking lever

HEEL PIECE

Rotating heel unit with 10mm length compensation, 25mm adjustment

APPROX. WEIGHT PER UNIT: 290 g

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

• Lateral toe elasticity — pins slide side-to-side independently of the lever, absorbing impacts before an unwanted release.
• 10mm length compensation — heel mechanism that ensures a reliable release at the chosen setting even with the ski flexed.
• Rotating heel unit — heel system with rotation for switching between climb and ski mode.
• Mixed plastic-metal construction — combines latest-generation technical plastics with high-quality metal to cut weight without losing stiffness.