Marker Alpinist is a lightweight touring binding full of great features. It might be the best binding on the market if you look at price, weight and features! The toe is extremely stabile thanks to the angles and the carbon reinforcement. Under the toe and heel there is anti-ice pads to give you a better touring experience. The raiser gives you the option to walk flat, or with 5 or 9 degrees raise. The binding is adjustable with 15 mm and works with optional brakes.