Fritschi Diamir is introducing the newest model in their bomber lineup of alpine touring bindings.

Dubbed the Fritschi Eagle, they look to be mostly the same as previous models (like the fantastic Fritschi Freeride) but with an improved pivot point. Sounds good to me! It's about time I upgraded anyway, so I'm sure these will anchor a new setup for next season.

Of course Lou Dawson, the godfather of backcountry ski bloggers, got the first look and has put in some ski days on the new binding. His thoughts are here.

I love my Fritschi Freerides. I've been tempted in the past to go the Dynafit way, especially with the launch of their Vertical FT 12 model, but somehow they just seem like kind of a bother. The Fritschi's are lightweight, easy to use and they do just exactly what they were made for. I guess I've never found my Fritschis lacking in any way, so why switch, ya know?

Maybe it's a case of not knowing what I'm missing. Can you Dynafit people out there tell me what that might be?