Xplore Roller skiing bindings broken

[Lars_Danner]

I've had these bindings for about two year and put a lot of miles on them. Both bindings failed in the same way within two days. I do about 75% classic and about 25% skate on those roller skis. And I had also use the bindings in the winter for classics snow skiing. I went to get some replacement bindings at AMH in Anchorage and noticed that their display model had a slightly beefier looking interface. They didn't have any for sale with that interface but I'm hopeful that next winter I'll be able to pick up a pair with the upgraded interface.

[Stephen]

That’s pretty interesting, and starts to answer the question about how durable the binding is, and how much force can be applied to it in different use-case scenarios people have mentioned (modified for use with cables, AT boots, etc.).
Are you saying the bindings you recently saw in-store are different / beefier / stronger than the ones you have — that there has been an as yet unmentioned (as far as I know) change in the design / construction of the binding?

[Lars_Danner]

That’s pretty interesting, and starts to answer the question about how durable the binding is, and how much force can be applied to it in different use-case scenarios people have mentioned (modified for use with cables, AT boots, etc.).
Are you saying the bindings you recently saw in-store are different / beefier / stronger than the ones you have — that there has been an as yet unmentioned (as far as I know) change in the design / construction of the binding?

Yes, the display model in the store seemed to have more metal and less plastic in their construction than the ones I have that broke.

[telerat]

Thanks for sharing. I thought the Xplore construction was stronger as it has a steel internal structure, but should know from prior information that ski bindings break. I have no inside information on Xplore construction and has only observed the binding from outside. I am wary of roller ski bindings failing, but it looks like you came away without injury? This should be a straight forward warranty claim:
https://rottefella.com/en/info/customer-information

Perhaps you can dissect it more after you have warranty cleared? I think many here are interested in the construction. The picture is a bit coarse, so I can not see the details clear. I wonder if the internal structure is cast or stamped steel. I have assumed it is part of the same structure where the screws are located, but have not verified that.

I noticed that the construction of the bindings had changed this winter (23/24), and have a picture of it that I can not share right now. The steel inserts are a bit wider around the holes and it looks a bit rougher, but I can not tell if they are any stronger with regards to your bindings failure mode. The screw covers have also changed to semi-transparent plastic with text underneath, possibly to avoid the text wearing off with use as on mine. Otherwise it looked identical.

I also see your flex is worn, and have heard of one case where it was broken and had to be replaced.

[Lars_Danner]

Thanks for sharing. I thought the Xplore construction was stronger as it has a steel internal structure, but should know from prior information that ski bindings break. I have no inside information on Xplore construction and has only observed the binding from outside. I am wary of roller ski bindings failing, but it looks like you came away without injury? This should be a straight forward warranty claim:
https://rottefella.com/en/info/customer-information

Perhaps you can dissect it more after you have warranty cleared? I think many here are interested in the construction. The picture is a bit coarse, so I can not see the details clear. I wonder if the internal structure is cast or stamped steel. I have assumed it is part of the same structure where the screws are located, but have not verified that.

I noticed that the construction of the bindings had changed this winter (23/24), and have a picture of it that I can not share right now. The steel inserts are a bit wider around the holes and it looks a bit rougher, but I can not tell if they are any stronger with regards to your bindings failure mode. The screw covers have also changed to semi-transparent plastic with text underneath, possibly to avoid the text wearing off with use as on mine. Otherwise it looked identical.

I also see your flex is worn, and have heard of one case where it was broken and had to be replaced.

I did not fall when either binding failed, so no injuries. Thanks for asking. As to the bumpers, I'd noticed that they were failing a few days before the bindings broke. I'm thinking now that the failed bumpers may have led to the failed bindings by allowing my boots to put excessive forward pressure on the bindings.

[randoskier]

That’s pretty interesting, and starts to answer the question about how durable the binding is, and how much force can be applied to it in different use-case scenarios people have mentioned (modified for use with cables, AT boots, etc.).
Are you saying the bindings you recently saw in-store are different / beefier / stronger than the ones you have — that there has been an as yet unmentioned (as far as I know) change in the design / construction of the binding?

Yes, the display model in the store seemed to have more metal and less plastic in their construction than the ones I have that broke.

They are guaranteed for five years, Rott should be able to solve your problem. It's probably not recommended for skating or roller skiing, might want to check with the Rotters themselves. "All Rottefella ski bindings have a 5-year guarantee. If you should have problems with one of our products please reach out to support@rottefella.no and we will try to help out as best we can."