{"product_id":"head-freeflex-st-16-x-ski-race-bindings-2027","title":"Head Freeflex ST 16 X RD Ski Race Bindings 2027","description":"\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HEAD Freeflex ST 16 X RD is a World Cup-caliber race binding built for elite racers who demand uncompromising precision, power, and adjustability. Adaptive Suspension Technology uses independently spring-loaded toe wings to deliver exceptional retention and consistent energy transfer while allowing the ski to flex naturally through every turn. A steel base plate creates even more direct power transmission, while the 5mm lower boot contact point helps reduce the binding’s influence on the ski’s flex for a smoother, more connected feel on hard snow. Freeflex Technology allows the heel to move with the ski as it bends, preserving its natural flex pattern for maximum edge grip and responsiveness. Racers can further fine-tune performance with two pressure-point mounting positions, while race-specific release characteristics and precise forward-pressure adjustment provide dependable retention at the highest levels of competition. Reinforced with durable aluminum components and offering a DIN range of 10.5–16, the Freeflex ST 16 X RD is engineered for racers who expect absolute accuracy from gate to gate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .modern-product-block {\n    width: 100%;\n    margin-top: 32px;\n    color: #222;\n    font-size: 15px;\n    line-height: 1.7;\n  }\n\n  .modern-product-block * {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .modern-product-block \u003e h4 {\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\n    padding-bottom: 7px;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n    font-size: 19px;\n    line-height: 1.3;\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  .spec-pill-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(180px, 1fr));\n    gap: 12px;\n    margin-bottom: 34px;\n  }\n\n  .spec-pill {\n    padding: 15px;\n    border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    background: #f7f7f7;\n  }\n\n  .spec-pill strong {\n    display: block;\n    margin-bottom: 5px;\n    color: #666;\n    font-size: 12px;\n    line-height: 1.3;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    letter-spacing: 0.04em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n  }\n\n  .spec-pill span {\n    display: block;\n    color: #222;\n    font-size: 15px;\n    line-height: 1.45;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n\n  .tech-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\n    gap: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 34px;\n  }\n\n  .tech-card {\n    padding: 22px;\n    border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    background: #fff;\n  }\n\n  .tech-card h4 {\n    margin: 0 0 9px;\n    padding: 0;\n    border: 0;\n    color: #222;\n    font-size: 20px;\n    line-height: 1.3;\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  .tech-card p {\n    margin: 0;\n  }\n\n  .tech-card ul {\n    margin: 12px 0 0;\n    padding-left: 20px;\n  }\n\n  .tech-card li {\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n  }\n\n  .spec-table-wrapper {\n    width: 100%;\n    overflow-x: auto;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n  }\n\n  .spec-table {\n    width: 100%;\n    min-width: 520px;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    border-spacing: 0;\n  }\n\n  .spec-table th,\n  .spec-table td {\n    padding: 13px 14px;\n    border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n    text-align: left;\n    vertical-align: middle;\n  }\n\n  .spec-table th {\n    width: 42%;\n    background: #f7f7f7;\n    font-weight: 700;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 760px) {\n    .spec-pill-grid {\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n    }\n\n    .tech-grid {\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n    }\n\n    .tech-card {\n      padding: 18px;\n    }\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 520px) {\n    .spec-pill-grid {\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"modern-product-block\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eQuick Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eWorld Cup Race Binding\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDIN Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003e10.5–16\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eElite and Competitive Racers\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePower Transfer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eSteel Base Plate\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-pill\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eKey Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eFreeflex Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eTechnology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tech-grid\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eFreeflex Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eFreeflex Technology allows the heel unit to move backward as the ski flexes through the turn. This minimizes the binding’s influence on the ski’s natural flex pattern, helping maintain consistent edge pressure and a smoother, more responsive feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePreserves natural ski flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMaintains consistent edge contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCreates smoother power delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eAdaptive Suspension Technology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eIndependently spring-loaded toe wings adapt as the ski flexes beneath the boot. This helps maintain precise contact, dependable retention, and efficient energy transfer during aggressive, high-speed race turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eResponsive toe contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eReliable race retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConsistent lateral power transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eSteel Base Plate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eA rigid steel base plate creates an exceptionally direct connection between the boot and ski. This increases precision and energy transmission for immediate edge engagement on firm race surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMaximum power transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eImmediate edge response\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eWorld Cup-level precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eLower Boot Contact Point\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe boot contact point sits 5mm lower to reduce the binding’s influence on the ski’s flex. This provides a more connected feel and allows the ski to bend more naturally through the turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCloser connection to the ski\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eReduced binding interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSmoother flex under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eAdjustable Pressure Point\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eTwo mounting positions allow racers to fine-tune the binding’s pressure point to match their technique, preferred balance, and course setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eTwo mounting configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCustomizable ski response\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSupports race-specific tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eRace-Specific Release Characteristics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003ePrecise forward-pressure adjustment and race-focused release characteristics provide the strong retention required for aggressive skiing while maintaining consistent release performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eAccurate forward-pressure setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDependable high-load retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConsistent release behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eAluminum Reinforcement\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eStrategically placed aluminum components increase strength and durability in high-stress areas while maintaining the direct, responsive feel expected from a Race Department binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDurable race construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHigh structural strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDirect and responsive performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tech-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003e16mm Stand Height\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe low 16mm stand height keeps the skier closely connected to the ski for direct feedback, quick edge engagement, and precise control through every gate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDirect snow feedback\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFast edge engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePrecise race control\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spec-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"spec-table\" aria-label=\"HEAD Freeflex ST 16 X RD technical specifications\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eDIN \/ Adjustment Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e10.5–16\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eStand Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e16 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1565 g per binding\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Head","offers":[{"title":"85mm","offer_id":53604578460013,"sku":"100902","price":479.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/7528\/1261\/files\/246776.1000.1000.jpg?v=1785182690","url":"https:\/\/suburbanskiandbike.com\/products\/head-freeflex-st-16-x-ski-race-bindings-2027","provider":"Suburban Ski and Bike","version":"1.0","type":"link"}