Improve uphill efficiency with these used tall climbing bails, designed to provide extra heel lift for steeper skin tracks and larger boot sizes. Taller bails reduce calf strain on sustained climbs and make steep approaches more comfortable.

This listing is for one pair of used tall climbing bails, professionally inspected and ready to keep your touring setup moving.

🔧 Key Features

Part Type:
Tall climbing bails for Telemark touring bindings

Function:
Provides increased heel lift for more efficient climbing on steep skin tracks

Height:
These heel bails are 1/2 inch longer than standard bails
They measure just over 2 1/4 inches above the heel plate

Use Case:
Recommended for skiers with larger feet and anyone who regularly skins steeper slopes

Construction:
Durable metal bail construction designed for repeated engagement and cold-weather use

Availability:
Hard-to-find upgrade component often unavailable as a standalone part

🏔 Why This Matters

On long or steep climbs, proper heel lift makes a noticeable difference in comfort and efficiency. Taller climbing bails reduce calf fatigue, improve stride mechanics, and help maintain traction on aggressive skin tracks.

Keeping upgrade parts like tall bails in circulation allows skiers to fine-tune older and modern Telemark touring setups without replacing entire bindings.

📐 Compatibility

Compatible With:
22 Designs Axl climbing systems
22 Designs HammerHead climbing systems
22 Designs Outlaw climbers

Boot Standard:
75mm Telemark (Axl, HammerHead)
NTN Telemark (Outlaw climbers only)

Not Compatible With:
Non-22 Designs climbing systems

⚠️ Please verify compatibility before purchase. If you’re unsure whether these bails will fit your setup, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to help confirm fit.

🔍 Condition

Condition Rating:
Used — Good to Very Good

Inspection Notes:
Checked for straightness, deformation, and secure engagement
Fully functional and safe for continued use

Cosmetics:
Normal cosmetic wear consistent with use