Junior racers will love the safety and performance of the Marker Race Junior 8 bindings. Well, maybe the kids wont be too concerned with the safety of the bindings, but its super-important to parents and coaches. Having a safely and properly releasing binding is of the utmost importance in the sometimes-scary world of ski racing. Ideally suited for U10 and heavier U8 ski racers, the Race Junior 8 has a DIN range of 2-8, so it will accommodate a wide range of junior skiers. Bindings are all about transferring energy from the boot to the ski, and as the only piece of equipment that holds you to the ski, its a pretty important one. The gliding AFD plate is made from stainless-steel, and this makes the energy transfer a lot smoother and with a better connection. As a result, every movement that comes from your boot gets moved to the ski a lot faster than with a plastic material. The heel fits kids boots only, so be aware of that. With a light weight and a smooth step-in, these bindings are easy to use from step in to step out. At the top of the race course, its nice to know that your gear will have your back, and in this sense, the Marker Race Junior 8 is a sure winner. Theres a lot to like about these bindings, and their ability to appeal to lighter-weight skiers and racers is pretty amazing. Feel free to let your skis rip when youre clicked in to the Marker Race Junior 8 ski bindings.