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Comparing Splitboard Skins

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Pros All-purpose, good ratio of grip to glide, camming tail clip, easy to align tip clipSecure and easy attachment system, efficient skinningLightweight, efficient, packable, good glideDurable, good grip to glide ratioGood glide, rolls and folds small, robust adhesive
Cons Awkward foldingAdequate grip, particular rolling techniqueExpensive, difficult tail clip installationCan be hard to pull apart, more involved initial setupInitial setup is a bit more involved, small range of size adjustments
Bottom Line Great grip-to-glide ratio and solid all-around performance in a user-friendly package makes it a great choice for most peopleGreat skins for proficient skinners who know they want an efficient skin for big daysAn efficient skin that should appeal to riders with Jones splitboardsWhether it's your first day or 100th day, these skins are appropriate for all skill levelsStraightforward and streamlined performance
Rating Categories G3 Splitboard+ Univ... G3 Splitboard+ Glide Jones Nomad PRO Black Diamond Ascen... Black Diamond Glide...
Glide (25%)
8.0
9.0
8.0
7.0
8.0
Grip (25%)
8.0
7.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
Ease of Use (15%)
9.0
8.0
7.0
6.0
7.0
Attachment System (15%)
9.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
7.0
Glue Icing Glop (20%)
7.0
7.0
7.0
8.0
8.0
Specs G3 Splitboard+ Univ... G3 Splitboard+ Glide Jones Nomad PRO Black Diamond Ascen... Black Diamond Glide...
Manufacturer G3 G3 Jones Snowboard (Pomoco) Black Diamond Black Diamond
Weight per pair 674 (g) 560 (g) 460 (g) 658 (g) 650 (g)
Weight per skin 337 (g) 280 (g) 230 (g) 329 (g) 325 (g)
Material Nylon plush Nylon plush 70% Mohair, 30% Nylon Nylon 65% mohair and 35% nylon
Glue Non-toxic adhesive Non-toxic adhesive Non-toxic adhesive Non-toxic adhesive Non-toxic adhesive
Tip Attachment Asymmetrical steel Hands Asymmetrical steel hands Universal clips Snap-fit attachement Coated cable
Tail Attachment SPLITBOARD+ SPLITBOARD+ Hooked attachement STS STS
Precut Option? Yes No No No No
Bag Included? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Cheat Sheets Included? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes