September 14, 2022 3 min read
The Core 12 Evo is an update of the Core 12 Pro with an evolution of the brake retraction into a new, easy to operate, automatic brake system. One significant benefit is that users can’t forget to release the brake before their descent. The ATK equivalent of the Core 12 Evo is the Raider Evo.
The Pure 10 is the same as the Crest 10 and the Pure 8 is the same as the Crest 8.
The Pin Up 10 and 8 are updates of the Pure 10 and 8 with the new automatic brake retraction system like the Core 12 Evo and dual magnetic heel risers. We will continue to offer the Pure bindings as a lower cost alternative to the Pin Ups.
The Grom 5 is our new version of the Candy 5.
October 25, 2021 2 min read 1 Comment
I get asked a lot: What gear do you recommend for kids?
Here is my answer -
October 25, 2021 2 min read
Toe-mounted ski brakes are unusual. They look a little strange. Weird even. Heel-mounted brakes being the standard, you know. So why depart from standard? Wouldn't you rather just go with the flow and blend in with the crowd. You wouldn't want to be unusual and stick out, would you? That would take a bit of open-mindedness and courage. Who has that? Even if there are advantages, big advantages, to going your own way.
Here are four reasons the Hagan Boost 12 bindings have front mounted brakes - and the big advantages of the Boost 12 brake system.
August 19, 2020 3 min read
2020/8/19 Update: Just received word that three of our new products received awards from Backcountry Magazine.
Hagan backcountry skis win a ton of awards. Which is especially impressive given we don't submit our skis to many reviews. Here's a sampling: BOOST 99 – Backline Magazine Test Winner (First Place), Backcountry Magazine Editors Choice award. BOOST 94 – Montagnes Magazine "Very Clear First Place" CORE 89 – World Ski Test "First Place"
August 18, 2020 2 min read
I get asked a lot: What gear do you recommend for kids? Especially this year as it looks like there will be high demand for junior alpine ski touring gear as people want to get away from the resorts. Especially if they are closed!!
Here is my answer -
February 03, 2020 3 min read
Hagan Ski Mountaineering has the most extensive and comprehensive line of gear focused entirely on backcountry ski touring. That wide selection can make it hard to decide on the skis and bindings appropriate for you - for your experience, ability, fitness and pursuits.
Here are some overviews that should help you narrow it down!
November 19, 2018 1 min read
Last spring Blister Gear Reviews put some miles on theHagan Core 12 binding. Some of their thoughts:
October 23, 2017 1 min read
The HAGAN Core bindings have toe-mounted ski brakes. Why? I can think of at least 4 reasons...
April 19, 2017 3 min read
Wildsnow tested and positively reviewed the ATK Raider 12 2.0 all mountain touring binding, which Hagan is making available in the U.S. and worldwide as the Hagan Core binding.
There is a lot more effort and expense to "making available" than simply changing the colors — including insurance (a huge expense), distribution, warranty and service support — but that is a subject for another blog post.
Read Lou's Wildsnow review here: https://www.wildsnow.com/22367/atk-raider-12-2-review-ski-binding/
April 19, 2017 3 min read
The Hagan Core binding is an entirely new binding from Hagan, designed in conjunction with ATK and a significant improvement on the ATK Raider 12. The Hagan Core is a high performance Freeride and All Mountain touring binding. While specifically designed with our Core series skis in mind (with colors that match beautifully), the Core will also work superbly with our Boost freeride skis and Ride tour classic skis.
April 12, 2017 1 min read 2 Comments
January 11, 2017 3 min read