The binding that started a revolution just got a serious upgrade. The Salomon S/Lab Shift2 10 takes everything that made the original Shift legendary and cranks it up to eleven—lighter, stiffer, and more dialed than ever before.
This is what happens when engineers obsess over details. The new Power Block AFD isn't just an improvement—it's a complete reimagining. That single-block aluminum insert delivers 30% more lateral stiffness than the previous generation. Translation? Your power transfer just went from really good to absolutely ridiculous.
At 915 grams per binding, the Shift2 proves that evolution moves in the right direction. Carbon-infused PA construction strips away every unnecessary gram while keeping all the burly bits that matter. This binding tours like a feather and skis like it's bolted directly to bedrock.
The hybrid toe and heel design bridges two worlds perfectly. Pin mode for efficient touring, alpine mode for aggressive skiing. No compromises, no "good enough for touring" nonsense. This binding switches between modes like a split personality—gentle and efficient uphill, absolutely savage on the descent.
Those XL wings wrap your boot tips in a confidence-inspiring embrace. Combined with ultimate elastic travel, this binding holds on through the gnarly stuff but knows when to let go when physics demands it. It's protective intelligence built right into the mechanism.
The micrometric height adjustment on the AFD means perfect setup every time. No guessing, no "close enough" attitudes. Dial it in exactly where it needs to be and forget about it. The binding handles the rest while you handle the skiing.
Easy climbing aid manipulation means transitions happen fast and smooth. No fumbling with poles trying to switch heel lift positions. Just click, adjust, and keep moving toward whatever objective has captured your imagination.
Crampon compatibility opens up terrain that normal skis can't touch. When the approach gets spicy and you need metal teeth, this binding system has your back. It's like having a Swiss Army knife for mountain travel.
DIN 4-10 covers the sweet spot for most touring skiers perfectly. Enough range for progression, light enough for big days, reliable enough for consequence terrain. This is the binding that grows with your backcountry ambitions.
Primary Materials: Aluminum and carbon-loaded PA for optimal strength-to-weight
Weight: 915g per binding / 1,830g complete pair
DIN Range: 4-10 for intermediate to advanced touring applications
Certification: TÜV tested and safety certified
Design Philosophy: Stripped to essentials while maintaining full functionality
Power Block AFD: Single-block aluminum insert with micrometric height adjustment
Lateral Stiffness: 30% increase over previous generation design
Support Enhancement: Improved boot platform stability and power transfer
Adjustment: Precise micro-adjustment capability for perfect setup
Durability: Single-piece construction eliminates potential failure points
Toe Design: Hybrid system compatible with all normed boots
Wings: XL wings for enhanced boot tip envelopment and power transfer
Elastic Travel: Ultimate shock absorption minimizing pre-release risk
Heel Construction: Aluminum lever with carbon-infused PA for rigidity and weight savings
Mode Switching: Seamless transition between touring and alpine configurations
Climbing Aids: Easy pole manipulation for heel lift adjustments
Crampon Compatibility: Dedicated attachment system for technical approaches
Efficiency: Lightweight construction for extended touring missions
Reliability: Proven pin system design for backcountry dependability
Versatility: Full alpine performance in touring package
Release: Sliding toe pedal with lateral movement and re-centering
Compatibility: MN (Multinorm) adult boot systems
Safety Standards: TÜV certification for binding performance
Pedal System: Spring-loaded design allows controlled lateral release
Universal Design: Works with all normed boot configurations
Chassis: Low-profile design for enhanced terrain feedback
Power Transfer: Direct energy transmission from boot to ski
Stability: Enhanced lateral stiffness for confident skiing
Feedback: Improved ski-to-snow connectivity
Control: Precise response to skier input across all conditions
Intermediate to Advanced Touring Skiers seeking crossover performance
Backcountry Progressors developing skills in varied terrain
Efficiency-Focused Tourers who won't sacrifice downhill performance
Multi-Objective Skiers tackling both resort and backcountry terrain
Weight-Conscious Adventurers prioritizing tour-to-ski performance balance
