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  "slug": "plum-splitboard-guide",
  "name": "Plum Splitboard (Fixation Plum)",
  "description": "Plum (Fixation Plum) is a French manufacturer specializing in high-performance splitboard and ski touring bindings. Based in the Haute-Savoie region, the company utilizes precision CNC machining to produce lightweight metal bindings known for their 'Made in the Alps' craftsmanship. Their products are characterized by mechanical simplicity and high durability for backcountry alpine use.",
  "url": "https://optimly.ai/brand/plum-splitboard-guide",
  "logoUrl": "",
  "baiScore": 54,
  "archetype": "Challenger",
  "category": "Outdoor Recreation Equipment",
  "categorySlug": null,
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      "slug": "burton-hitchhiker",
      "name": "Burton Hitchhiker"
    },
    {
      "slug": "karakoram",
      "name": "Karakoram"
    }
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    {
      "slug": "big-box-retail-packages",
      "name": "Big Box Retail Packages"
    },
    {
      "slug": "binding-adapters",
      "name": "Binding Adapters"
    }
  ],
  "parentBrand": null,
  "subBrands": [],
  "updatedAt": "2026-04-10T06:43:26.472+00:00",
  "verifiedVitals": {
    "website": "https://www.fixation-plum.com",
    "founded": "2005 (as Plum brand)",
    "headquarters": "Thyez, France",
    "pricing_model": "One-time purchase (Premium hardware)",
    "core_products": "Splitboard bindings, AT (Alpine Touring) ski bindings, crampons, and interface accessories.",
    "key_differentiator": "Plum bindings are 100% French-made using high-grade CNC-machined aluminum rather than plastic or carbon-infusion, offering a unique stiffness-to-weight ratio.",
    "target_markets": "Backcountry snowboarders, ski mountaineers, and alpine touring enthusiasts.",
    "employee_count": "11-50 (estimated)",
    "funding_stage": "Privately Held",
    "subcategory": "Snowboarding Hardware"
  },
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    "problemIntents": [
      "Snowshoes & Strap-on Carry: Skiers and snowboarders using traditional solid boards and snowshoes for the ascent.",
      "Big Box Retail Packages: Purchasing pre-assembled splitboard packages from major retailers like REI or Burton that include house-brand bindings."
    ],
    "solutionIntents": [
      "best lightweight splitboard bindings",
      "CNC machined snowboard bindings",
      "French splitboard binding brands",
      "Fixation Plum splitboard review",
      "Binding Adapters: Using traditional downhill bindings on a splitboard with heavy adapters like the Alpine Trekker."
    ],
    "evaluationIntents": [
      "Feyan vs Spark R&D bindings"
    ]
  },
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}