The Black Diamond Glidelite Mix climbing skins are your ultimate companion for backcountry skiing, engineered for superb performance during long approaches and extended tours. With a width of 135 mm, they deliver an impressive balance of grip and glide, ensuring smooth ascents and effortless descents.
Crafted from a durable plush material with a fluoro-free durable water repellent (DWR) coating, these ski skins maintain their suppleness and longevity without adding excess weight. The unique blend of 65% mohair and 35% nylon offers an optimal grip-to-glide ratio. Say goodbye to cumbersome gear; the improved pivoting STS tail hardware reduces weight and allows for a packable design. It also features an adjustable length, enhancing field adaptability from 10 cm to 20 cm.
Reliability is key, which is why these skins utilize Black Diamond’s Gold Label Adhesive, ensuring a strong bond during your outings, even in the harshest conditions. Compared to the Black Diamond Ascension skins, these climbing skins are lighter, more compact, and provide better glide.
Each set includes handy cheat sheets, a protective skin bag, and a new offset skin trimmer. Available in fixed lengths (S, M, L, XL) with pre-fixed tip and tail attachments, you’ll find the perfect fit for your ski setup.
Whether you’re an expert or just starting your backcountry skiing journey, these climbing skins are the top choice for your skiing gear.
Lisa Phillips (verified owner) –
These skins are fantastic! The grip is excellent, but I was amazed by how well they glide. Perfect for my backcountry adventures.
Jennifer Barnett (verified owner) –
I switched from Ascension skins to the Glidelites, and I couldn’t be happier. They are so much lighter and easier to pack. Highly recommend for anyone into backcountry skiing.
Denise Thompson (verified owner) –
The Black Diamond Glidelite Mix climbing skins perform wonderfully in tough conditions. I love the adjustable tail hardware. They make a difference on long tours!