Tech Binder Ski Hanger: DIY Button Ski Rack (Single)

"Special Button Ski Hangers for alpine touring bindings (Tech) are now available in singles to hold skis with tech style alpine touring bindings. These specially modified buttons will hold tech binders by the binder toe piece. The same button hanger can be used for skis with alpine binders. Each Tech Button Ski Hanger has a groove machined into the outer rim. The spike that normally engages the toe of at tech ski boot engage the groove. It is best if the tech binder in the closed or engaged position to keep it on the button. Do it yourselfers that want to build their own Button Ski Racks® can buy Button Hangers to screw to the backboard of their choice. The backboard can be a 1x4 board, a chair rail, an old ski, or even a snowboard. These buttons can also be screwed to a solid structure such as a railing, a post or a barrel. Stand- alone floor stands can also be built with Button Ski Hangers. Button Ski Hangers are injection molded plastic fixtures that can hold much more than the weight of a pair of skis. Each Button Hanger comes with a screw and washer for attachment. If buttons are being purchased for a wall mount rack, the backboard thickness should be 3/4\" or thicker. Screwing Button Hangers directly to the wall works for most skis. Skis that are heavily rockered may contact the wall if the hanger is mounted this way. Installation height is typically 42\" off the floor. Button Ski Hangers hold an alpine ski by engaging the toe piece of the ski. The mating ski is attached by engaging the ski brakes. If there are no ski brakes, a strap is required. They are compatible with all shapes of alpine skis. Each Tech Button Ski Hanger has a groove machined into the outer rim. The spike that normally engages the toe of at tech ski boot engage the groove. It is best if the tech binder in the closed or engaged position to stay on the button."