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Unicorn Skis: G3 Empire Carbon 115

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Barry Wicks

A rocker bounty on the G3 Empire 115 Carbon.

A rocker bounty on the G3 Empire 115 Carbon.

    UNICORN: ˈ(yü-nə-ˌkȯrn), something unusual, rare, or unique. The G3 Empire 115 Carbon, produced from 2013-2017: a unicorn ski.   Specs The G3 Empire 115 Carbon—a unicorn sighting might be in your future. Photo: G3 Dimensions: 145-115-126mm Lengths: 170-190 in 5cm increments (I’m on the 190cm version) Weight: claimed 1650g in 170cm Factory Mount…

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  1. Ezra Grimes

    My touring quiver is all rockered volkls from the same era, bmt 94 and 122 and then a katana vwerks for good measure. The 122 is a pretty similar idea to the empire at a slightly heavier weight, maybe 1900 flat in the 186 and it’s a riot in pow. -10, pretty dramatic rocker right out from the middle of the ski… what’s not to love? One of my favorite powder skis. The bmt 94 is a gem too if you can find a pair, they handle all kinds of 3d snow really well and are extremely damp for the weight. It’s a shame they don’t make them anymore

    1. Barry Wicks

      Hi Ezra! That sounds like a very fun ski quiver. I am constantly on the hunt for cool and interesting skis, especially a pair of the BMT 94’s. Someday maybe I will get lucky. Enjoy all the surfy fun out there and thanks for reading!

    2. Peter Vordenberg

      It is fun to hunt for old skis, but also this: http://the-high-route.com/heritage-labs-bc90-review/ a modern take on the BMT94

      1. Barry Wicks

        Hi Pete! I am super interested in those HL BC 90’s. They look sweet! I do have a soft spot for the old stuff though, plus you know, some A/B testing with the new/old designs. Just got to keep the eyes peeled for the Unicorns. Gratification after a long hunt can be so good.

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