The DIN setting is the release force setting of a ski binding. It is the value that determines the amount of force effect needed for a binding to release in order to keep the skier from being injured.

The DIN setting is calculated based on your boot sole length, age, weight, height, and ability level when your bindings are mounted on your skis. The higher the DIN, the higher the force required to release from your bindings.

By having a universal set of numbers to refer to, ski technicians can reliably set the DIN for individual skiers. A higher DIN number means that more force needs to be applied to the binding before it releases. A lower setting, meanwhile, will release at a much lighter pressure.

As such, you will often see different DIN charts for different types of bindings, even though the settings might only show a subtle difference. For the most skiers, the DIN setting for a Marker binding will probably be the same as the the setting for a Salomon binding.

The word DIN is used in reference to the release settings on your ski bindings. These settings are typically determined by your height, weight, boot sole length, age and skier type. When you purchase new skis and bindings, the DIN setting is usually adjusted by the shop technician. Related Articles.

As mentioned, for many years, Marker bindings were cursed with the stigma of a reputation for pre-release. This was a common problem with one binding in particular, the Marker 11.0 IBC. This binding was designed primarily for intermediate and advanced skiers.

To further complicate the issue, different bindings have what is referred to as a different DIN range. For example, Marker M51 and Salomon S912 both have a DIN range from 4 to 12, and a Marker Duke binding has a DIN that ranges from 6 to 16.