Does Victorinox have a Swiss knife with ski binding tools?

[Rich_Ease_3051]

Seems like an obvious thing for the Swiss to create one, given they make all sorts of pocket tools for different hobbies and they ski a lot. In fact, they are one of the 2 or 3 countries in the whole of Europe where the #1 sport is skiing, not football.

I don't even mind if it had cork screw.

 

[graham418]

What kind of ski specific tools are you looking for that are not covered with other models? Even the Standard Officer has Flat and Phillips screwdrivers.

 

[James]

Don’t think so.
Btw, if driving in Switzerland on the highway, stop at one of those rest areas with food. The one we stopped at had the biggest collection of Swiss Army knives I’ve seen.

Basically you’re looking at a multi tool with being able to put bits in it. Pozi 3 and 2, allen and torx for boots.

 

[crgildart]

Bindings aren't Phillips. They're Pozi What would be useful would be a scraper, gummy stone, and a little roll of duct tape..

 

[KingGrump]

Binding adjustment screws are usually either #3 pozi or large flat blade. Some screws will take both. Some won't.
The biggest issue usually is not the proper bit for the screws but clearance for the screwdriver/multi-tool handle. Especially with gloves on.

 

[motogreg]

ime swiss knifes dont have the heft to apply enough torque for ski applications. All mine have bent implements from even routine light use

 

[Cheizz]

ime swiss knifes dont have the heft to apply enough torque for ski applications. All mine have bent implements from even routine light use

Yup. I use a Leatherman instead. Bigger (and heavier), but also a lot stronger. And more functionalities, mostly.

 

[jt10000]

Yup. I use a Leatherman instead. Bigger (and heavier), but also a lot stronger. And more functionalities, mostly.

Does that have a posidrive head?

 

[Uncle-A]

Does that have a posidrive head?

No, it is a Phillips number two.

 

[Uncle-A]

The issue with a #3 pozi is that it has to be long enough to reach some of the binding screws that are recessed. Not sure if a Swiss Army Knife would be large enough to accommodate the length needed for binding work.

 

[Philpug]

There are quite a few pocket snowboard tool kits that have a #3 in them for under $15.00

For the latter, you will still want one of these to access some screws

 

[James]

You could use the Gerber Center Drive multi tool. Takes standard bits. But at that point it’s getting so big a small separate screwdriver bit holder night be better.

Center-Drive - Bit Set | Gerber

Gerber’s new Center-Drive multi-tool offers uncompromising performance through revolutionary design. Learn more here.

www.gerbergear.com

Here’s a long Swiss bit.
Why PB Swiss doesn’t make a special tool for skiing is beyond me.

E6L-190 Philips Screw, Long, Bit – Store – Tool Lady

PrecisionBit, Design E 6.3 (1/4”), Long Blade • for Phillips screws • everyday tool for all types of industry and trade screw applications, can be used manually and with machines • compatible external hexagon in accordance with DIN ISO 1173, compatible with socket F 6.3 • long blade reaches...

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PB Swiss Tools – Work with the best.

PB Swiss Tools develops and produces excellent tools and instruments: precise, durable and reliable. Quality made in Switzerland.

www.pbswisstools.com

 

[Swiss Toni]

Many swiss ski resorts have PB Swiss Tools tool stations where you can adjust your bindings etc. https://www.pbswisstools.com/en/support/service/toolboards so there probably wouldn’t be much demand for a dedicated Victorinox ski tool.

Skiing is only the 4th most popular recreational activity in Switzerland, around 35% of the Swiss population lists skiing as a hobby and on average they ski 8 times a year. The most popular recreational activities in Switzerland are hiking, road biking and swimming.

 

[Paul Lutes]

Pocket Driver | Toko US

tokous.com

Small but angled for leverage; keep it in my fanny pack with an extended Phillips/Pozi head loaded and ready.

 

[Uncle-A]

I have said this about carrying sharpener equipment when skiing. Is that something you want to fall on when doing a yard sale?

 

[Winks]

There are quite a few pocket snowboard tool kits that have a #3 in them for under $15.00

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For the latter, you will still want one of these to access some screws

I keep a Dakine set in my touring bag in case of binding emergencies out in the backcountry

 

[raytseng]

Pocket Driver | Toko US

tokous.com

Small but angled for leverage; keep it in my fanny pack with an extended Phillips/Pozi head loaded and ready.

I have this very similar one with a longer pozi#3 from blackdiamond; probably from same overseas factory. Used to be locally avail in brick and mortar for $9.95 from REI but turning more obscure.

Binding Buddy Multi-tool - Black Diamond Ski Gear

For backcountry binding adjustments and equipment repairs, the Binding Buddy is an indispensable tool....

www.blackdiamondequipment.com

Obtaining a standalone longer pozi#3 bit probably costs as getting the entire tool itself. I keep in my boot bag, but I do not carry unless I know I will be planning on swapping skis on the mountain with a buddy.

I've found the the Resort Tool Stations (at least in US) usually only are setup with a standard Philips screwdriver not Pozi.
It seems to be targetted more for snowboarders who got to fiddle with their binding angles and straps all the time, vs ski bindings which only have 1 "correct" setting to be adjusted only by a certified binding technician and then ATSM tested, RIGHT? [Snowboard bindings use Philips, not pozi].

Usually though the philips has been blunted enough though that you can get it to turn the pozi screw if you really need to.

 

[crgildart]

I keep a Dakine set in my touring bag in case of binding emergencies out in the backcountry

That's the only scenario where I see a need. Got a portable tuning kit for travel, a few tools in the boot bag,.. . and at the resort there's usually some pozis and slots chained to a bench somewhere.. If not ask someone at the rental shop nicely and they'll help you out..

 

[Rod9301]

Nothing works as well as the dakine

 

[Paul Lutes]

Nothing works as well as the dakine

Not showing up on Dakine web site - got a link?

In addition to moving my bindings around on a whim, I've got a boot buckle rivet that loosens up regularly and the Torx head in my tool does the trick, so I would never step in to my bindings without it.

The work stations at most of the resorts I visit seem to have tools that are beat up to the point of being unusable, or missing altogether.