In addition to being a fantastic accessory to the ZED and ION bindings, the G3 ION ski crampons could be called the universal crampon due to their second, 'direct to ski' mounting option. Of course, if you use it with the ION, it's even easier-- just slide the included receptors under the toe pieces and screw them in. With its unique corded attachment system, the ION ski crampons can be installed or removed easily with one hand. G3 wanted to prove that they always think of everything, so the crampon features a humped profile to allow your boot to drive it into the snow even while using your risers. Last but not least, it’s shiny! Look good and grip even better with the G3 ION ski crampons.
Comes in 85mm, 95mm, 105mm, 115mm, and 130mm widths to fit any ski.
Universal mounting kit works with any tech binding / ski combination.
Simple pull cord operates the attachment, which can be used with one hand.
Raised rear profile helps your boot drive the points into the snow.
Receptors that slide under the ION binding toe pieces included.
Embossed 7075-T6 aluminum is strong and pleasing to the eye.
Weighs just 135 grams (4.7 ounces) for the 105mm width.
I see some posts that the 105 will work with a 106 width ski but what about 107? I have Atomic Vantage 107. Will it work with those or should I get these 115mm? Thank you SkiMoCo! Emily
Hi Matthew, yes that would be the correct size. They are a few mm wider than list, so the option is essentially a ski width guideline with room for error depending on the sidecut of the ski.
My favorite attachment system for ski crampons out there. It's just a shame they only work with G3 bindings!
The G3 system easily lets you attach or remove your ski crampons with your skis still on - just push them on to the nubs on your bindings to attach and pull the loop to remove. It's a lot easier than the Dynafit style attachment where you have to slide the crampon into a small slot, and has the added benefit that the crampon always stays perfectly centered.
Once they're on, they work as well as any other ski crampon, nothing much to be said there.
If you live in the PNW, just get these. I use the 95 size on Fischer Hannibal 96s. They do have a additional couple mms to spare. Crampons feel burly and come with a nice bag for storage.
Simple to attach and remove. Does not require any kind of drilling, but I imagine you could drill and retrofit these to work with any tech binding (don’t take my word for that).
Comment on this review:
7/30/2021
Question from
Ron
What would be the disadvantage (other than weight) of going with the 130s when a smaller size would easily fit?
Hey Ron, thanks for the questions. Ideally, you want to match the skis crampon as close as possible with the width of your ski, so besides the added weight the only other direct disadvantage would be potentially putting unnecessary pressure on the ski crampon that could in worst-case scenario brake the crampon or crampon adapter. Other than that the only direct downside would be that you would way more easily snag the side of the crampons on your skis or bindings. Give us a shout if you have any more questions.
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4/14/2021
Question from
Thomas
Hi, Will the 95mm crampons fit the Black Crows Camox Freebird at at 96mm waist? Thanks
Hey Stacy, while the 85mm G3 crampon does fit, once the ski flexes you will get some rubbing on the sidewall of the ski. To be safe I would say to go for the 95mm crampon.
These are awesome. Ive been using them for 5 or 6 years with the Ion and Zed and they work great. G3's attachment loop is super handy for taking them on and off while your skis are on and can be clippped to a pack quickly for short transitions. Im a big fan!
Comment on this review:
8/30/2020
Question from
Clark
I have some Dynastar Cham 97 HM skis I'm planning to use these on (Same shape as the newer Mythic 97 pro I believe). Will the 95mm crampons fit or should I plan to bump up to the 105?
Alan, These come with a mounting kit that will work with almost any binding. BUT, the NTN system takes up all the real estate under the boot and I don't see that it will work .
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4/1/2019
Question from
Mel
Any chance these would work with Fritschi Tecton Bindings? (everyone is out of stock for the Fristchi crampon, so I need a backup solution)
Mel, NO, Both these and the Fritschi crampons are very unique and wildly different from the Dynafit styles. Skimo Does have the Tecton crampon in 90 and 100mm in stock here. Fritschi crampons
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3/26/2019
Question from
mark wurfel
will these work with g3 zeds? if so, will 105 work with DPS tour1 106's?
Hi Parker, I just took some measurements and while it will be close, I think you'll have enough clearance for it to work nicely.
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3/13/2018
Question from
Rob Bryniarski
This is a bit of a long shot, but here goes... Is the G3 crampon compatible with the Kreuspitze telemark plate? I noticed that the the connections look very similar, and it would be super good luck if they could be mounted straight on to the telemark plate without the need for the G3 bracket. Do you have both to hand???
The reason for my interest in this idea apart from simplicity, weight saving and less hole drilling, is a desire to have the pivot point of the crampon as far forward as possible. The kreuspitze plate already takes up valuable space behind the binding toe, and I have concerns that using a dynafit style crampon mounted behind the plate will mean that the boot will not force the crampon down enough, especially on mid to high riser settings.
Can you offer any advice on the most suitable (effective) crampon system that would work with the kreuspitze telemark plate?
Hi Rob, I gave it a shot to see if it would work, but it is not compatible. The Dynafit crampon mount would actually be further ahead on this system than the G3 would have been anyway. The Dynafit crampon attaches to the back of the toe piece. This is closer to the front of the binding system than the spring attachments where you were hoping the G3 would attach.