1.1 This International Standard specifies requirements and test methods for the binding mounting areas of cross-country skis, within which parts of the toe-clip binding in accordance with ISO 6960 may be mounted. Different values are specified for two groups of nominal ski lengths, lN: Group 1: 1 750 mm > lN ≤ 2 200 Group 2: 1 300 mm ≤ lN ≤ 1 750 mm It specifically excludes alpine skis. 1.2 A designated binding attachment area, or binding mounting area (see 3.1), shall be provided by the ski manufacturer and shall be the only area of the ski subjected to this test. 1.3 This International Standard covers skis the bindings of which are attached by means of screws in area A1 and screws, nails or other fasteners in areas A2 and A3 (see figure 1 and figure 2). 1.4 Using test screws loaded normal to the ski surface, the test methods specified simultaneously evaluate the tendency of — screws to be pulled out; — skis to delaminate; — screw hole threads to strip.