I purchased some Voile V6 in the 178 length from you guys earlier in the year. Looking to get some skins. Would you recommend the Voile Hyperglide skins for general touring? If yes what size would your recommend. If not, what other recommendations do you have?
Thanks
Andy
Voile Hyper Glide Skins
Voile has gotten serious about their climbing skin performance. By teaming up with industry-leading Pomoca, Voile is taking advantage of the best technology available. The Hyper Glide skins are a 70% mohair 30% nylon mix that provide the best balance between claw-like uphill grip, and energy-saving silky glide. Ever Dry hydrophobic treatment prevents the fibers from absorbing water, preventing weight-gain and eliminating the need for daily anti-ice treatments. The Safer Skin Light membrane prevents moisture-transfer through the skin which douches the glue. Long lasting glue performance means worry-free skinning, lap after lap. In addition to the moisture barrier, the Safer Skin Light membrane allows the skin to be made thinner and more packable, reducing bulk on your feet and in your jacket or pack. Get serious about your skins like Voile and get a set of Hyper Glides to feel the difference.
- Hardened and anodized aluminum tip attachment won’t fail you in ultra-cold temperatures where plastic tips may crack.
- Stainless steel tip loops will be forgiving if your technique gets sloppy late in the day.
- Ever Dry hydrophobic treatment repels moisture saturation to prevent glopping and water-weight gain.
- Safer Skin Light waterproof membrane reduces weight while keeping the glue effective.
- Elastic tail-strap with universal clip has notches to help prevent clip-slide.
- Kits include the amazing Pomoca trim tool.
Update 2023/24: Voile is now using their venerable ski strap as the tail strap and a new tail hook. Otherwise, the skin remains as reliable and durable as ever.
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1/17/2024
1/17/2024
Hi Andrew, absolutely! These are nice Pomoca material with Voile's beefier hardware. You want the 120mm x 165-180cm for a nice balance of grip and glide.
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12/5/2022
My skis are 167cm length. Should I go with the 165-180 cm skin, or the shorter?
12/5/2022
Hi Julie, the shorter ones can be sufficient, but some folks get nervous by seeing a good amount of exposed base material. I personally like less material so there is less to stow (in your jacket, e.g.) for the downhill.
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Nice pair of skins! No-drama glue, incredible glide with enough grip for icy spots on the skin track, and very lightweight. Very impressed with the metal tip clips, they add a little bit of additional weight but provide a vast increase in durability especially if you're planning on using these skins as your daily drivers or are out in the middle of nowhere.
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12/3/2022
Will these Skins fit my wife 162 Rossignols? The Ski width is 132/102/122?
12/3/2022
Hi Seth, yep they'll fit in the 154-170 length. Do note that these are not pre-cut skins. They come in a specific width (100/120/140) and a tool for you to cut them to match your pair of skis. For a ski with a 102 waist, pick the width based on how much edge-to-edge coverage you want on the tips and tails. The 140 width would give you full coverage on the entire ski.
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2/27/2022
Would the 165-180cm skin length fit the Atomic Backland 100s in 180cm length? I’d like to confirm since it’s right on the edge of the range
2/28/2022
Thanks for reaching out, Elias. They sure will, with a notch or two to spare.
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12/6/2021
Sam Conlan
(hasn't used product)
Haven't tried these skins yet, but I just finished cutting them. I read lots of great reviews about the cutting tool that comes with the skins, however I had a pretty frustrating experience with it. One of the razors was significantly duller than the other, and overall they did not cut well. Left lots of loose threads exposed, and a pretty jagged cut. That being said, this was my first time cutting skins. However I had higher expectations for the cutting tool. Not a huge deal, excited to try these out.
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My favorite glue formula, as it's reliable (as long as you keep it *mostly* dry), sticks in the cold, but also rips off your skis super easily! I find them ever-so-slightly less grippy than the BD Glidelite, but with a better glue formula and glue durability. I like the Pomoca tail clips, which flip over the ski and keep your tails neat.
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2/16/2021
How do these compare in climbing grip and in gkide to the pomoca S Glide (which is what i currently have)
2/16/2021
Hi Ben, they are definitely comparable. The S-Glides will be a bit faster out of the box with the fancy "S" treatment. They grip well.
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Put these skins through the wringer this winter and they're doing great. They fold down as small as a paperback book and tuck into my jacket easily. Good climbing power, easy glide, and a light weight. The glue is only moderately tacky so I don't dislocate my shoulders, lose my temper, or topple when trying to rip the skins off the skis.
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1/29/2021
Just curious to what pomoca skin this is most similar to? And if the durability or glue is much different? Looking for a good everyday skin.
1/29/2021
Hi Shane, it's most similar to the Free Pro 1.0. Same durability and North American glue as other Pomoca skins sold in the states.
1/29/2021
You think this would be a better option then the S glide? I tour every day pretty much. Just looking for a good everyday option. I try to abide by the faster, further, funner motto
1/29/2021
Hi Shane, after break in they are fairly similar. The S-Glide is a touch faster out of the box. Don't forget about the pure mohair skins either!
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1/24/2021
Will you be getting anymore in stock in 100mm x 154-170?
(Or the pomoca pro climb s glides)
(Or the pomoca pro climb s glides)
1/24/2021
Hi Keli, sadly they are tapped for the season.
(on both counts)
The Contour skins are a solid option in that size.
(on both counts)
The Contour skins are a solid option in that size.
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1/22/2021
What would be the best size for a pair of 164 objectives? The smallest listed is for 165-180, but will that be a good fit?
1/22/2021
Hi Steve, those will be a little long. Voile had the Superlite skins for the Objective, but those are gone as they transition to a new product. If you want to use the tip-rip system (very nice), you could grab an Atomic Hybrid skin and attach the tails, and trim. Or do a DIY skin build. Without the tip rip, any trim-to-fit kit in the right length would work.
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1/22/2021
I was looking at getting a pair of these skins for my wife's 158 cm X 88 mm skis. Is there a size that will work? Thanks.
1/22/2021
Thanks for your question, Todd. None of the options listed will work, however, check out the Contour Guide Mix for an awesome skin that will fit her ski. Typically, we base the width of the skin to closely match the tail dimension of the ski. Please reach out if you have any other questions!
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12/11/2020
On a pair of Volkl Nunataq 179s, what width would you recommend? Thanks
12/11/2020
Hey Kevin, I think the 120mm x 175-190cm should be a good choice!
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Great skin, the glue is just right on these, holds run after run but you don’t need to be the Hulk to pull them apart in between runs. Up hill traction is superb and the glide just keeps getting better and better! Great product.
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2/13/2019
Do you know how these compare to Pomoca's other skins? Are they the same as one of the other Pomoca options, or are they different?
2/13/2019
Hi Kate, same glue, same tail clips, material is similar to the Free Pro and Climb 2.0 formulas (nice and packable). Voile tip buckles are rock solid so these compare favorably!
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12/6/2018
I have Viole HyperCharger skis 178 cm - which size skins do you recommend? And do you still expect them mid-December, I've heard these aren't shipping until next year.
Thank you.
Thank you.
12/7/2018
Hey Michael! Last we heard is that they are currently in the final stages of production, so I am still expecting mid-December at this point. I could be wrong in that regard and they'll ship when they do, but I think that mid-December is probably still an optimistically viable timeline for them to arrive.
Sizing skins for the 178cm HyperCharger: you could go 120mm x 165-180cm if you want a fast skin (that'll be full coverage at the tail and partial coverage near the rocker). If you want full coverage, even at the tip where it's beyond the contact point, the 140mm x 165-180cm is probably the better choice. Keep in mind, skins that offer full coverage beyond the contact points of a ski with a lot of tip and tail rocker will not improve climbing traction at all and will in fact slow you down while breaking trail. If you want to get really nerdy, measure the width of the base material at the contact point nearest the tail and you will have your answer for the skin width.
Sizing skins for the 178cm HyperCharger: you could go 120mm x 165-180cm if you want a fast skin (that'll be full coverage at the tail and partial coverage near the rocker). If you want full coverage, even at the tip where it's beyond the contact point, the 140mm x 165-180cm is probably the better choice. Keep in mind, skins that offer full coverage beyond the contact points of a ski with a lot of tip and tail rocker will not improve climbing traction at all and will in fact slow you down while breaking trail. If you want to get really nerdy, measure the width of the base material at the contact point nearest the tail and you will have your answer for the skin width.
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