Guide HB 255-350mm

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Karakoram Guide HB hardboot splitboard bindings in black and silver aluminum with tech-compatible toe bales and heel loops, shown as a pair

Guide HB 255-350mm

415 North Lake Boulevard

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

415 North Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City CA 96145
United States

+15305836917

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Features

Updated with years of rider feedback, the Guide HB are a refined take on Hardboot bindings, featuring the benefits of Active Joining and the Prime system. Designed for use with Tech Fitting AT ski boots.  Made with 7000 series aluminum, the Guide HB is the lightest Hardboot binding.  New for 2024: steeper cant beds and reinforced chassis.  The Guide HB mounts to either the Ride Mode 2.0, 3.0, or Light Ride Mode.  Sold as bindings only.  Tech tour modes and risers are not included.

Active Joining — Instant Response. Pre-loaded binding to board connection give instant response. The most responsive connection for snowboards and splitboards. 

3° Canting — Better Knee Position. Three degree canting gives you better knee position with hardboots. 

Nesting Design — Less Space in your Pack. The Guide HB bindings nest tightly to take up less space in your pack while you're touring up. 

Micro Bale Adjustments — Heel to Toe Adjustment. Position your feet properly on your board. Adjust your boots exactly where you want them. 

  • Best Use: Backcountry | Epic Tours.

Technical Specs

Best Use Mountaineering
Flex Stiff
Weight(Pair) 14.5 oz / 410 grams
Boot Compatibility Hardboots
System Karakoram
Warranty 2 Years

AI FAQs

AI generated FAQs about the Guide HB 255-350mm

Will these bindings fit my boots, or do I need a specific boot type?

The Guide HB is built for hardboots, specifically Tech Fitting AT ski boots. Its micro bale adjustments let you fine-tune heel-to-toe boot placement on the board.

How do I know if these bindings are right for my riding style and the terrain I ride?

The Guide HB is a stiff hardboot binding for backcountry mountaineering and epic tours. Active Joining provides a pre-loaded board connection for instant response when you are riding technical backcountry terrain.

How much flexibility do these bindings allow, and does that affect how the board responds?

The Guide HB has a stiff flex for a firm, responsive hardboot connection. Its Active Joining system uses a pre-loaded binding-to-board connection to deliver instant response.

How responsive are these bindings to small weight shifts and movements?

The Guide HB uses Active Joining for an instant-response connection between the binding and board. The pre-loaded interface is built for a highly responsive snowboard and splitboard connection.

How do I know if I'm adjusting them correctly for my boot size and riding preference?

Use the micro bale adjustments to set your boots exactly where you want them from heel to toe. This lets you position your feet properly on the board for your preferred stance setup.

Do I need special equipment or adapters to use these bindings with my current setup?

The Guide HB mounts to Karakoram Ride Mode 2.0, Ride Mode 3.0, or Light Ride Mode interfaces and is intended for Tech Fitting AT ski boots. Tech tour modes and risers are not included with the bindings.

Will these bindings work with my current snowboard, or are there compatibility issues?

The Guide HB works with boards set up for Karakoram Ride Mode 2.0, Ride Mode 3.0, or Light Ride Mode mounting interfaces. It is built as a hardboot binding for use with Tech Fitting AT ski boots.

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