So I'm a LOOK guy, I'm happy to admit that. Thought I'd out my top 3 for the sake of discussion.
LOOK 77R is my all time favorite. ALL METAL everywhere. It probably came along at just the right time too when I was in my late teens. The R version was the last and best iteration of the Model 77 timeline which started pre DIN and transform into the new standard. The 77 R is a 4-10 binding. Some didn't care for the forward facing brake arms but I never had an issue with them. (I don't ski in scrub trees)
Next up The RED Comp Nevada/Grand Prix with the heavy springs. Prior to these many racers were coming out of their LOOK's and were trying shimming the standard springs to stay in (maybe). This RED Comp solved the problem and became somewhat iconic in the early 70's. Pre DIN standard.
And in third position the later 99RS. The earlier 99RS still had the brake up front, not part of the pivoting heel piece. My biggest issue is that these marked the beginning of PLASTIC in non structural places.(well sort of, the spring covers were kind of important!) These were 4-13 DIN.
So there you have it! Please relate your preferences of the day and beyond... (I still ski all of these! )
LOOK 77R is my all time favorite. ALL METAL everywhere. It probably came along at just the right time too when I was in my late teens. The R version was the last and best iteration of the Model 77 timeline which started pre DIN and transform into the new standard. The 77 R is a 4-10 binding. Some didn't care for the forward facing brake arms but I never had an issue with them. (I don't ski in scrub trees)
Next up The RED Comp Nevada/Grand Prix with the heavy springs. Prior to these many racers were coming out of their LOOK's and were trying shimming the standard springs to stay in (maybe). This RED Comp solved the problem and became somewhat iconic in the early 70's. Pre DIN standard.
And in third position the later 99RS. The earlier 99RS still had the brake up front, not part of the pivoting heel piece. My biggest issue is that these marked the beginning of PLASTIC in non structural places.(well sort of, the spring covers were kind of important!) These were 4-13 DIN.
So there you have it! Please relate your preferences of the day and beyond... (I still ski all of these! )