DIN Setting Calculator for Ski Bindings

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Calculates the appropriate DIN (Deutsches Institut für Normung) release setting for ski bindings based on skier weight, height, age, boot sole length, and skiing ability.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Skier Weight (lbs), Skier Height (inches), Skier Age (years), Boot Sole Length (mm), and Skiing Ability in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Ability Factor and DIN Setting in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Average Skier

Skier Weight (lbs): 150; Skier Height (inches): 68; Skier Age (years): 30; Boot Sole Length (mm): 300; Skiing Ability: Intermediate

Ability Factor: 1; DIN Setting: 7.3

Beginner Skier

Skier Weight (lbs): 140; Skier Height (inches): 65; Skier Age (years): 40; Boot Sole Length (mm): 280; Skiing Ability: Beginner

Ability Factor: 0.75; DIN Setting: 4.7

Advanced Skier

Skier Weight (lbs): 180; Skier Height (inches): 72; Skier Age (years): 25; Boot Sole Length (mm): 320; Skiing Ability: Advanced

Ability Factor: 1.25; DIN Setting: 11.7

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