Last tested
2024
Status:ongoing
2025

Guide Race

Koch race skins with good glide and waterproofing performance, in addition to being durable
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    Sporting a new rubber hook and white colorway, this skin makes all the difference on spring morning outings on refrozen crud. It has a dense weave but glides nicely on wet spring snow and the edge is one of the best in terms of waterproofing. The grain of the plush is known for returning to its original alignment if it gets roughed up on tough terrain and the hot glue holds firm. All of which adds up to a winning combination of performance and durability. It would work for an on-piste or vertical race, or the first ascent on the Mountain Attack course in Saalbach.
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    100% mohair
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