The 579-gram G3 ION 12 is the heavier-weight relative of the G3 Zed and remains unchanged for this season apart from a splashy new paint job. This tech-style backcountry binding is for gram-counters that need a higher release and forward pressure when in bigger terrain, and confidence for the downhill. Also, all the screws in the G3 ION 12 use the same size PoziDrive, so you don’t need to carry extra bits in your safety kit.

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