G3 Escapist Universal Climbing Skins Instructions
- June 9, 2024
- G3
Table of Contents
G3 Escapist Universal Climbing Skins
SKIN SETUP & TRIMMING
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Prepare the tail strap.
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Remove release liner.
Determine skin length. -
Position the ESCAPIST tip.
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With the tail strap secured on the ski, extend the skin plush centered along the length of the ski.
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Mark the “fold line” on the skin where it overlays the tip assembly bulge.
Do not trim excess skin material yet, wait for step #5. -
Remove the skin tip marking template.
- Remove the perforated skin marking template from the bottom of the box.
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Trace and mark trim shape.
- Align the center of the skin tip marking template with the fold line.
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Trim excess length
- Using a utility knife or a sharp pair of scissors, trim the top line to remove excess length.
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Fold the skin over itself and trim
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Fold the skin at the fold line and attach glue to the glue.
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Cut along the trim lines through both layers of the folded skin
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Prepare ESCAPIST tip
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Press the red tab on the back of the ESCAPIST tip to release.
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Pull the red skewer apart from the white tip assembly.
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Begin tip and skewer install
- Insert folded skin into an ESCAPIST tip about 3/4 of the way, then insert skewer into the skin about 1/2 way.
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Complete insertion until skewer clicks into place
DOUBLE CHECK
Flip over the tip to check the tab on the skewer is fully engaged in the tip body. If it is not, go back and trim away a little more fabric from step #6. -
Readjust skin tail to confirm sizing.
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Attach & center skin for sidecut trimming.
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Align G3 trim tool with ski edge
- The tabs on the trim tool should sit between the ski base and the skin fabric.
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Trim from tip to tail along the ski edge, repeat on both sides
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Trimmed skins should reveal both edges
CARE + STORAGE
- Thoroughly scrape and brush excess wax from skis.
- Do not store your skins on your skis.
- Do not put your skins on at home.
- Do not store on your skis overnight or long term
- Thoroughly dry both sides of your skins
Do not expose your skins to direct sunlight or heat.
WARRANTY
G3 warrants that the product will meet the specification stated in the instructions and G3 agrees to repair or replace the product free of charge if the product does not con form to the specifications. ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED AND/OR WAIVED. For more warranty information go to www.genuineguidegear.com.
WARNING
Winter backcountry travel is inherently dangerous. There is always the risk of
serious injury or death. You are solely responsible for your actions and
decisions. Familiarize yourself with the use of this product, its limitations
and capabilities. Learn proper skiing techniques, avalanche awareness and
exercise good judgment in conjunction with using this product properly. Use
this equipment and ski at your own risk.