Keep your classic Black Diamond Telemark bindings dialed with this used 20mm heel riser for the Riva Z. The heel riser increases stand height at the heel, improving leverage, edging feel, and boot clearance on legacy 75mm setups.
This listing is for one used 20mm heel riser, professionally inspected and ready to keep proven 75mm Telemark bindings on snow.
🔧 Key Features
Part Type:
20mm heel riser for the Black Diamond Riva Z Telemark binding
Function:
Adds heel stand height to improve leverage, power transfer, and overall feel underfoot
Construction:
Durable metal riser designed to handle torsional load and repeated flex
Use Case:
Upgrade or replacement for worn, missing, or damaged heel risers on Riva Z bindings
Availability:
Hard-to-find component for a discontinued Telemark binding
🏔 Why This Matters
The Black Diamond Riva Z remains a favorite for its simplicity and reliability. Stand-height components like heel risers play a meaningful role in how these bindings ski, especially when paired with modern boots or wider skis.
With production long ended, original risers are increasingly difficult to source. Keeping parts like this available helps extend the life of otherwise solid Riva Z setups and keeps classic Telemark gear in rotation.
📐 Compatibility
Compatible With:
Black Diamond Riva Z Telemark bindings
Boot Standard:
75mm Telemark boots
Not Compatible With:
Black Diamond Riva 3 bindings
Black Diamond O1, O2, or O3 bindings
⚠️ Please verify compatibility before purchase. If you’re unsure which Black Diamond binding you have, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to help confirm fit.
🔍 Condition
Condition Rating:
Used — Good to Very Good
Inspection Notes:
Checked for cracks, deformation, and mounting-hole integrity
Verified flatness and structural soundness
Cosmetics:
Normal cosmetic wear consistent with use