Video tutorial

Curious about how to adjust a Look Pivot ski binding? Watch our video tutorial on binding adjustment. Prefer reading about it? This article covers all the steps you need.

Step by step: How to adjust a Look Pivot ski binding

Step 1: Correct forward pressure

Firstly, check if the arms of the heel piece indicators are even. Fold the heel piece all the way forward and then back to the position when a ski boot is in the binding. Look at the indicators on the two arms. If they are not even, use a screwdriver to adjust one of the arms until they are even. You'll find the screws at the back of the heel piece.

Now, we'll adjust the ski binding to match the length of your ski boot. Correct forward pressure ensures that the binding releases only when necessary.

Place your boot in the binding. At the back of the heel piece, you'll find a white indicator to check if the forward pressure is correct. The white indicator should be between the two black protruding markers. If not, remove the boot from the binding and adjust the length of the arms with a screwdriver. If the indicator crosses over, the forward pressure is too high, and you turn the screws clockwise. If the white indicator is in front of the markers, there is too little forward pressure, and you turn the screws counterclockwise. Then, reinsert the ski boot to check if the forward pressure is correctly set.

Note: If the forward pressure indicator is somehow stuck, remove the boot from the binding and twist the heel piece to the side to reset the indicator.

AFD plates on a Look Pivot binding

The Look Pivot binding has a toe piece that is not height-adjustable. Ensure your ski boot has the correct AFD (anti-friction device) plate. The AFD reduces friction between the ski boot sole and the binding, designed to allow easy movement and rotation when needed but secure during skiing. Check the side of the boot sole to find the type of AFD. Then, check if the same type AFD is used on the toe piece. When purchasing, ensure compatibility between the AFD of the boot and the binding.

Step 2: DIN settings

In the next step, we'll adjust the DIN settings. DIN is a number indicating how much force a boot needs to release from the binding. Your required DIN depends on your skiing experience, weight, height, age, and sole length. Don't know your DIN? Check our article: How to determine your DIN settings.

At the back of the heel piece, you'll find the screw to adjust the DIN. Use a screwdriver until the number on the DIN indicator matches your personal DIN.

Look Pivot bindings also have a DIN indicator to adjust the clamp force of the toe piece. Adjust this to the same DIN with the screw at the front of the toe piece.

Now, your Look Pivot ski binding is correctly adjusted, and you're ready for your ski tour adventure! One last piece of advice: check your binding settings every ski season. Properly adjusted bindings are essential for safe and enjoyable skiing.