Ski Skins And Accessories

Sealskins are a must if you want to climb easily on your various tours. They come in a variety of shapes, and can't be bought pre-cut or cut to the shape of your skis.

There are several criteria to consider! First, the material! The name "Peaux de phoque" comes from the fact that, from the 1930s onwards, skiers actually used skins made from real seal hair! Rest assured, this atypical technology no longer exists today, but the appellation has remained the same, cute as it is! Today, we're more likely to use terms like "self-adhesive anti-backwards plush" or "self-adhesive skin". Today, they're made from mohair with Angora goat hair, which is effective but less durable, synthetic materials like nylon, which are much more durable over time, mixed skins with 70% mohair and 30% nylon or, more recently, a new technology called Profoil, which is a skin with scales that is all the rage in the world of ski touring, reducing effort by around 20%!

The type of binding and attachment will also be taken into account, for the front and rear of the ski with or without glue for better storage and no need to glue or unstick after several outings. A selection of the best brands on the market can be found on the site, including Black Crows and many others...

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