Sneak Peek - Skimo Product Preview

The God of skiing on Mount Olympus is Alpinisios Skimosius and right now we suspect he has a position at Colltex because someone released the Colltex PDG Special Edition Box straight from the gods. This box set includes everything you might want for a race set up from Colltex; it even comes with a sweet headband! The PDG Special Edition Box includes a PDG Race Skin, a training skin..

The CAMP Corsa Leash is being released with its friends, the Corsa Race and Corsa Alpine ice axes. However, this leash is compatible with any axe of your choosing. It's lightweight, weighing in at only 25 grams, and it is extremely easy to adjust the wrist loops while also maintaining a firm position once adjusted. This leash is easy to use and comes in a sleek black color. Take so..

If you're a fan of mohair skins, you've come to the right place. The Kohla Alpinist skin is 100% mohair and features the amazing Smart Glue adhesive with a strong bond and reliable reapplication to your skis. With a fluorcarbon impregnation on the plush and Fiber Seal Technology, this skin is resilient and is constructed to be 100% waterproof. The Alpinist has an amazing applicatio..

The Kohla Freeride skin is a great choice for any skier as it offers an ideal balance of glide and climbing capabilities. Utilizing a Smart Glue adhesive, these skins have a terrifically strong bond that's easy to pull apart and reliable to reapply to your skis. The plush of the Freeride skin is made of 65% mohair and 35% nylon. For those who are more conscientious about eco-friend..

If you are in need of a super lightweight, skimo racing specific probe, look no further than the Arva Race 240. This probe weighs just 122g and, like the older Carbon Compact, has eight 30cm sections rather than six 40cm sections. Looking to be even more compact and lightweight? The Race 240 Probe can answer your call; one section can be removed if desired, saving some weight and l..

The Raid 240 is the sturdy and easy-to-deploy probe every skier should have in their pack before entering the backcountry. It has a pin-locking system for fast and efficient deployment with a handle that snaps onto the shaft, so it is out of the way once the digging portion of a search commences. The segments are built of a robust, 12mm diameter aluminum tubing and the tension cabl..

The ARVA Spark 240 is the BMW Isetta of the probe world; it's compact, yet still incredibly functional. It may not turn heads in quite the same way, but it does have all the features and ease of use you want in a probe, and it comes in a more easily stowed package. With 8 sections measuring 30cm each instead of the traditional 6 segments of 40cm, this probe will fit much more easil..

The ARVA Rescue 300 probe is designed for professionals and backcountry enthusiasts who recreate in areas of the world with a consistently deeper snowpack. The 8 37.5cm long sections make it relatively packable despite the extra length when fully deployed. When it comes time to put this gear to use, the Rack Lock system allows for quick and efficient setup. The 13mm diameter shaft ..

The Contour Offset Hybrid Cutter is a great addition to your workshop and skin bench. Cutting while providing an offset without the need to adjust or reposition your skins while you trim! So easy to use you will think you were a seasoned pro...

Into racing? Got hot hands? The G Comp Evo glove might just be for you. It's a dexterous, comfortable, and breathable glove well suited for high output winter activity. When the wind picks up, or you have a long descent ahead you can deploy the nylon Windmit'N tucked into a little pocket on the back of your wrist to keep your fingers from taking a temperature nosedive. Speaking of ..

You know the snow type; too steep and firm to skin, too punchy to boot. This little pair of joy is the Duke PT ski crampons and they will be a welcomed addition to your skis when the going gets tough. These crampons are lightweight, simply constructed, and designed to keep you going uphill to your objective. They come in two sizes to accommodate skis of up to 105mm and 125mm waists..

To truly embrace the truth and solace of the Fast 'n Light ideology we hold here at Skimo Co (we're not a cult), you can not be caught with snow and other sludge sticking to your skins, weighing you down. Therefore we believe that skin wax is a necessity on any snow adventure, no matter the temperature or conditions. MountainFLOW's plant-based ingredients are eco-friendly, with no ..

Ski Trab has conveniently named their gloves to match their skis. So in practice, if your race skis are staying home and you are taking out your Maestro's on a beautiful winter day, you should grab your Maestro.2 gloves to complete your attire. Designed to work well on the up and down the Maestro.2 glove is built with a 3-layer, breathable softshell exterior. They have included 100..

Making your skins faster should be an easy, simple, and quick process. Kohla's Green Line Skin Wax really does all the work for you - well mostly. Just rub this wax on the plush of your skin and then go forth with speed as you skin smoothly and stick-free up the side of a mountain. It's really that simple! You can also lightly iron in the wax the night before which makes it last a ..

The CAMP K Warm Glove is an excellent choice for my fellow skiers who tend to run a bit cold and would like some extra insulation. If you're concerned about compromising your dexterity with the extra padding and insulation, don’t worry, CAMP has you covered -- at least your hands. The K Warm glove features Primaloft Gold 60 insulation and a waterproof/breathable Dryzone membrane. T..

When durability is the name of the game, the FT Leather Glove consistently finds itself on top of the leaderboard (like that one friend who always seems to win at, "Settlers of Catan"). Whether your ski day takes you into the midst of a hurricane or secret pow stash, these gloves will keep your precious little digits dry, safe, and comfortable. When your, "best day ever," turns int..

After a few months, you might notice the plush of your skin is holding onto snow and absorbing too much water for its own good, or yours for that matter. That's where the Green Line Skin Treatment spray comes in. The Kohla Green Line Skin Treatment is an eco-friendly spray solution that is applied to the plush of your skins for increased water repellency and better gliding. The spr..

Kohla's Green Line Skin and Ski Base Cleaner is a must-have solution for those who make good use of their equipment. Mr. Clean would be first in line for this do-it-all magical solution. Every snowflake starts with a particle of dirt, so yeah, skins and ski bases are inevitably going to build up a nice layer of muck over the course of a few tours. Tidy it all up with Kohla's Skin a..

The Dynafit Performance Dry Slim Headband is to headwear what a Speedo is to regular swimming trunks. Covering just the “bare essentials,” this slim and stretchy little headband will take care of wind-blocking duties and keep the sweat from dripping into your eyes. With its exceptionally scant weight, even Descartes would have trouble thinking of a reason not to bring it along. For..

Providing light insulation and wind-blocking duties, the Speed Reflective Headband helps to fill the void when it is not quite cold enough for a full beanie, but cold enough that your ears would protest if left uncovered. The reflective print will assist with visibility during the cold morning/evening training runs pre-season while the svelte 16g weight means even the biggest (smal..

With a great boot comes great responsibility - to have a great sock! Crazy Idea Energy socks are a lightweight, well-fitted sock for any activity you might find yourself plunging into in the great outdoors. Designed with ski touring and racing in mind, these long compression socks wick moisture away from your skin and will keep your feet comfortable while you're charging uphill. Si..

The RFL Thermolite Sock is another great addition to the lightweight and ergonomically designed attire from Darn Tough. This sock maximizes the best properties of synthetic material by implementing hollow fibers that trap air to provide incredible insulation. If you're a "sweat monster" you will appreciate that the Thermolite polyester material is quick drying and magically pulls m..

Your performance and positive experience start from the ground up when it comes to skiing, so your socks are the most important piece of clothing if you take this literally. Suddenly, your sock choice takes on new importance. A fantastic option to start your wardrobe off right is Darn Tough's RFL Thermolite sock. Made from thin Thermolite polyester material, these socks feel as war..

Many skiers neglect their ski bases throughout the ski season only giving them the needed maintenance a few times a year, opting for après over ironing and scraping. From the Finnish wax aficionados, Start has created a product that cuts out the most laborious part of waxing. No more ironing or scraping just apply Start SG liquid wax, wait, and brush, easy enough to do at any point..

When the weather changes make sure you're ready for the conditions with the Start low fluoro liquid wax line. It's time to stop ironing and scraping; no more ruined shoes or giving up half your garage just so you can prep your skis. Apply, dry and brush with the liquid line of waxes from Start. These phenomenal Finns are making waxing incredibly easy - to complete your waxing setup..

Did you know that many of us have something in common with Sammy Hagar? Not unlike the famed hair band singer, plenty of people just can not stick to the recommended speed limit. If that's you then well-maintained bases are key to that need for speed. If you're looking for an easier way to maintain your ski bases without the hassle of ironing and scraping, we got you covered. The S..

Sometimes in the backcountry we can have a love-hate relationship with snow; it's overwhelmingly fun to play in, but a drag when it clings to the two planks of wood tied to our feet. It seems pretty intuitive that as skiers, we don't want the snow to hang on to our skis' topsheets. So, instead of shopping for a bottle of Crisco or sprayable oil in a can at your local grocery store,..

Waxing is important to your ski base's health. Part of every ski tuner toolbox should be a good nylon brush. Start Nylon brushes are a fantastic do-it-all, works-with-any-wax, set-it-and-forget-it option. Since the goal is to spend the day skiing and not stressing about brush progressions, know that you are ready to go after a good session with this brush. Start brushes are brought..

Proper brushing is a must for ski maintenance, and that should always begin with the use of the Start Brass Brush. As a first pass before, or after the waxing process, this brass brush will do the heavy lifting by breaking dirt free from your bases after a long day in the backcountry, or is the perfect choice to use once your skis are ready for the brushing phase. When waxing your ..

We get it, some people love to be judged, and we here at Skimo Co aren’t judging your affinity for being judged (or are we?). If you fit into this description and opted to be judged nearly 1200 times a second by the POMOCUP, and want to continue that judgement no matter what pair of skis you are using, then the POMOCUP Ski Attachment with Cover can help you achieve that goal. As ha..

Identifying snow crystals in snow pits can be a fun time. Identifying snow crystals in a pit with some wind, good luck. Fortunately, our friends at BCA made a new Magnifying Loupe with closed sides to help you nerd out in the ever-changing weather. This Loupe allows you to view snow crystals 15 times their actual size, which is an extra 50% more than its predecessor. If you're seri..

If the unthinkable happens and someone in your party is buried in an avalanche, speed matters more than anything. The quicker someone is found and dug out, the more likely it is that they will survive to thank you with a cold beer later. Knowledge, training, and practice are quintessential to a fast rescue, but having the right equipment can't be understated when every second count..