Kohla Freeride Skins
If you were to look up the definition of “Freeride Skiing” in the Merriam-Webster dictionary, you wouldn’t find anything, because such a definition doesn’t exist. If it did exist, however, we like to envision it being narrated in the voice of Sir David Attenborough as a waxing-poetic ode to the ultimate freedom that can only be obtained by ski touring. It was this same sense of freedom that guided Kohla in the development of their latest Freeride skin. By finding the right combination of mohair and nylon, Kohla has delivered a skin that is durable enough to handle morning after morning of fresh snow crystals scraping away at your plush while remaining lightweight with plenty of glide so you can sneak in that extra lap at the end of the day. The specially formulated Smart Glue that's easy to pull apart is equally at home on brutally cold mid-winter ascents as it is hunting for corn during springtime missions. The standard stainless-steel tip attachments come in two widths, with the ability to put on additional tip attachments designed to work with tip notches or prefabricated skin attachments, for the freedom to use on any type of ski. Keeping within the theme of reliability, Kohla sources high quality materials that can withstand the harsh conditions likely to be found on your next adventure. For a versatile mix skin that allows you to access freedom, however you define it, then the Freeride skin from Kohla should be on your shortlist.
- Freeride Mohair mix combines nylon and mohair into a well-rounded, durable skin.
- Rubber Fiber Seal Technology is 100% waterproof to protect your glue in wet conditions.
- Smart Glue works down to -22 degrees Fahrenheit and remains easy to pull off skis in any conditions.
- K-clip spring tail attachment is secure and easy to adjust on a perforated elastic strap.
- Two stainless steel tip attachments (85mm and 110mm wide) included.
- High-precision laser cut finish provides clean edges from the factory.
- Fluorocarbon impregnation gives better glide out of the box.
- Customizable fastening system works with a variety of different skis.
- Made in Austria without the use of solvents.
| Specifications | |
| Weight per skin (with backing) | 310g [135mm x 170-176] |
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Questions & Reviews
Cons: Tails loosen over time. Glue is not as sticky as BD glue, however, I think that's mostly ok but means I have to baby them more in cold powder. Main issue is durability. I had one skin rip in half near the tip connector on the 3rd tour, not sure why. Kohla replaced without issue, so kudos on that. But the material is very thin and I can imagine it ripping again. Some spots have lost their plush in 1 season of use.
Still good skins, just not perfect.
Skins have held up.
It's the same issue as found by this person: https://www.mountainproject.com/forum/topic/122236478/touring-skin-repair
I can no longer give this skin 5 stars nor recommend purchasing these skins. The glue adhesion has been gradually declining; however, they completely quit working in the last week. Originally, only colder temps caused the adhesive to decrease in performance, now now the glue no longer sticks to my skis at all in cold, along with decreased performance in warmer temps (~20F). Today, I had snow build up between my one skin and ski to cause slippage causing the skin to move enough to lose full functionality. For the cost of this skin, I would expect the glue to hold up more than one full winter season. I started using these skins last January. If one enjoys changing their skin glue frequently, go ahead and buy these. If not, I would recommend trying a different one.
Thanks jbo for your response! Last winter, I re-glued my skins, with lots of help from my partner, since I wanted my skins to keep skiing the rest of winter. We used Black Diamond’s gold label adhesive. It seems to consistently be the best skin adhesive out there. If I have any more problems, I will contact you all about warranty, re-gluing options.
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