Marker (alpine bindings)

Marker (alpine bindings)

Marker has been a manufacturer of alpine ski bindings since 1952. Founded by Hannes Marker, the company is known for pioneering releasable binding technology. Marker's first model, the Duplex, led the way and was followed in 1953 by the highest binding ever, the simplex toe. This new releasable technology greatly reduces injuries to skiers by detaching the ski from the foot during a fall.

In 2007 (in time for the 2007-2008 season), Marker unveiled a revolutionary new freeski binding system called the Duke. Complemented by the Jester, the new system redefined the performance parameters for freeride bindings. In 2008, the company released two new bindings, the Baron and the Griffon, that are also based on the Duke system. In 2009, the company unveiled the Jester Schizo, which lets the user switch stances to adjust for a more "park" configuration (more towards the center of the ski) or for a more "all mountain" configuration (back from the core center of the ski). The Royal Family of bindings has become so popular that in 2007, the Duke was the subject of numerous internet scams stemming from people wishing to buy the binding.

Marker has since expanded in to the helmet, goggle, and outerwear industries. They are currently owned by ski maker K2 Sports. Marker USA website [1]

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