This is a stripped down and simplified version of G3s success binding Ion. The Zed retains the great features pioneered in the Ion, including the spring-loaded zero gap heel. Great retention in ski mode, easy clearing toe arms and a low binding ramp angle - and drops the weight to 345 grams per binding. As with the Ion, you can clear snow form under the toe arms with a ski pole tip, and a standard Philips screw adjust both release value and fore/aft position. The rear housing is rotatable both ways and has three levels of walking angle.