# DIN Ski Binding Setting Calculator

URL: https://speedycalculator.com/calculators/sports/din-ski/
Last updated: 2026-10-30

> The DIN calculator estimates your ski binding release setting from your weight, height, age, boot sole length and skier type, following the ISO 11088 chart method used by ski technicians.

## Inputs

- Weight (kg, lb)
- Height (cm, m, ft, in)
- Age (years)
- Boot sole length (mm)
- Skier type

## Results

- Skier code
- Estimated DIN setting

## Formula

```
Skier code = lower of weight and height codes (A…M) · +1 row for Type II, +2 for Type III · −1 row if age under 10 or 50+ · DIN = chart value for the code and boot sole length
```

## Explanation

The DIN setting decides how much force releases your boot from the binding. Too low and you pre-release at speed; too high and the binding may not release in a fall, risking knee and leg injuries.

### How to use the DIN Ski Binding Setting Calculator

- **Weight**
- **Height**
- **Age (years)**
- **Boot sole length (mm)**
- **Skier type**

This estimate is for information only. Have your bindings set and tested by a certified ski technician. Everything is calculated in your browser.

### How it works

Enter your weight, height and age, your boot sole length (printed on the boot heel) and choose your skier type.

### Inputs explained

FieldWhat to enterWeightUnits: kg, lbHeightUnits: cm, m, ft, inAge (years)A numberBoot sole length (mm)A numberSkier typeChoose one: Type I – cautious, Type II – moderate, Type III – aggressive

### Example values

How the main result changes when **Weight** changes and everything else stays at the example values above:

Weight (kg)Estimated DIN setting302.5454.5606.5756.5906.51206.5

## Worked example

Inputs — Weight: 60 kg; Height: 164 cm; Age (years): 16; Boot sole length (mm): 255; Skier type: Type II – moderate.

Results — Skier code = K; **Estimated DIN setting = 6.5**.

## Key terms

- **DIN**: Release setting scale for ski bindings (ISO 11088).

## FAQ

**Can I set my own DIN?**
Bindings should be set and tested by a certified technician.

**What is a normal DIN?**
Most adult recreational skiers are between 4 and 8.

**Why does age lower the setting?**
Bones of children and older adults are more fragile.

**What is boot sole length?**
The length of the boot sole in mm, printed on the heel.


## Sources

- [ISO 11088 – Alpine ski/binding/boot system: assembly, adjustment and inspection](https://www.iso.org/standard/68236.html)
- [Marker – DIN setting chart](https://www.marker.net/)