best shock absorption and absolute reliability - the look pivot 12 gw b95 freeski binding. the look pivot has a special status within the freeskiing community, it is the most trusted binding for reliability and elasticity. the pivot turntable heel piece is what really what makes this binding stand out. due to the rotating system in the heel, the pivot by far exceeds competing bindings with the amount of elasticity which the heel can generate. this means the heel of the binding can safely travel with your boot further to prevent unnecessary pre-release.