A DIY Ski Base and Skin Glue Reboot
Skin glue and dry/dirty ski bases are often not simpatico. Have no fear, a ski base and skin glue cleanup is a pretty hassle free process.
Read Moreby Jason Albert | Dec 27, 2023 | Backcountry 101, Gear Basics | 1
Skin glue and dry/dirty ski bases are often not simpatico. Have no fear, a ski base and skin glue cleanup is a pretty hassle free process.
Read Moreby Peter Vordenberg | Dec 6, 2023 | Gear Shed, Not Skis | 0
A decent price, skin glue that meets the stickiness not-too-sticky benchmark, tip and tail security, and, if you are so stirred, the choice of a jungle print or pineapple patterned skin (in a nylon varietal)—all from Bozeman’s Big Sky Mountain Products. A review of the BSMP Mohair Mix Endurance Skin.
Read Moreby The High Route Editors | Aug 31, 2023 | Backcountry 101, Skill Building | 0
In the backcountry, skin failure is a relatively manageable type of failure. It can ruin your day in the short term — without properly functioning skins, it’s downright difficult to make efficient uphill progress. Here are a few solutions to keep you on the skin track.
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