Ascension Climbing Skins
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Ascension Climbing Skins
M 159-171cm
415 North Lake Boulevard
415 North Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City CA 96145
United States
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- Compatibility Universal
- Material Nylon
- Weight 700g (168-178cm)
- Width 135mm
Features
A durable, grippy skin for daily backcountry use, the Ascension Skins are packable and sticky and provide unmatched traction for lapping out your favorite stashes.
From one-lap dawn patrols to 10,000-foot days, the ultra-durable Black Diamond Ascension Skins offer standard-setting traction on the uphill with efficient glide thanks to Black Diamond's plush material. Made with Black Diamond's Gold Label glue that’s designed to stick when needed, but rip quickly when it's time to transition, the Ascension skins provide packable, pliable traction and sticky skins lap after lap. They are compact and pliable, making them ideal for long tours and multiple laps. Engineered for durability and longevity, the tip and tail hardware are easy to adjust depending on the ski. Available in multiple lengths, so all you have to do is trim to width.
Technical Specs
| Compatibility | Universal |
|---|---|
| Material | Nylon |
| Weight | 700g (168-178cm) |
| Length | S: 152-164cm M: 159-171cm L: 166-178cm XL: 173-185cm XXL: 180-192cm |
| Width | 135mm |
| Tip Attachment | Universal Tip Loop |
| Tail Attachment | STS Tails |
Shipping & Returns
We offer free shipping on orders over $100. Most orders ship within 3 days or less.
Returns are accepted within 10 days of purchase, or within 10 days of receiving your online order. Items must be unused, with original tags attached and in original packaging.
Sale items, climbing and mountaineering gear, avalanche safety equipment, and demo gear are final sale and not eligible for return.
Need help? Email info@alpenglowsports.com or call (530) 583-6917.
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AI FAQs
AI generated FAQs about the Ascension Climbing Skins
How do I attach these skins to my skis or snowboard?
These skins use a pre-fixed reinforced Universal Tip Loop at the ski tip and an STS tail attachment. The tip loop fits a wide range of ski-tip shapes, and the tail provides 15 cm of length adjustment.
Can I reuse these skins multiple times during a season?
These ultra-durable nylon skins are built for daily backcountry use and repeated laps. Their durable construction and Gold Label glue are designed for longevity through long tours and multi-lap days.
How do I know what size skins I need for my skis or board?
These skins come in S 152–164 cm, M 159–171 cm, L 166–178 cm, XL 173–184 cm, and XXL 180–192 cm lengths. They are 135 mm wide and need to be trimmed to your ski width.
Do skins come pre-cut or do I need to trim them myself?
These skins have a pre-cut bikini-style tail, but you trim the 135 mm skin width to match your skis. The bikini-style tail is shaped to reduce drag on the uphill.
Will these skins actually keep me from slipping backward on steep terrain?
The durable nylon plush delivers benchmark climbing traction for uphill travel. It is built for grippy, dependable backcountry climbing on everything from dawn-patrol laps to long touring days.
Will adding skins noticeably slow me down on the uphill?
The nylon plush is built to provide efficient glide alongside benchmark climbing traction. This grip-and-glide balance supports efficient uphill travel on long tours and repeated laps.
How quickly can I put on and take off the skins during a tour?
Gold Label glue is designed to stay sticky when needed while ripping quickly for transitions. The pre-fixed tip and tail attachments support a straightforward setup when you are moving between climbing and descending.
How does the material choice affect how long the skins last?
These skins use durable nylon plush and are engineered for durability and longevity. The material is built for daily backcountry use, long tours, and lap-after-lap climbing.
Do these skins come with mounting hardware, glue, or do I need to buy extras?
These skins include pre-fixed tip and tail attachments, including a reinforced Universal Tip Loop and STS tails. They use Black Diamond Gold Label glue for adhesion during climbing and quick removal during transitions.