Pomoca

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I choose the right Pomoca skin model for my skiing style and terrain?

  Choose based on intended activity, the grip/glide balance, and your ski dimensions: Race Pro prioritizes maximum glide and low weight for sprint and race use, while Tour Pro offers higher glide with more grip and durability for long multi-day tours and mixed conditions. Match glide (kcal/h) and grip (g/cm²) to your needs—higher glide for long, rolling tours; higher grip for steep or icy ascents—and pick a width (110–140 mm) or pre-cut size that covers your ski base.
• How do Tour Pro and Race Pro skins compare for backcountry touring and racing?

  Tour Pro uses a high-mohair mix (about 65% mohair / 35% nylon) with top glide (~213 kcal/h) and stronger grip (~52 g/cm²) for durability and all-around touring performance, while Race Pro (Formula POMOCA) sacrifices some grip for exceptional glide (~171 kcal/h), lower grip (~38 g/cm²), and a lighter build aimed at competition. Tour Pro is ideal for multi-day expeditions and mixed snow where durability and traction matter; Race Pro is tuned for racers and fast skinners who prioritize speed and weight savings.
• What are Ever Dry 3.0 and Safer Skin (SSL), and when should I choose them?

  Ever Dry 3.0 is Pomoca’s PFC-free water-repellent velvet treatment that reduces snow buildup and maintains glide in wet, sticky snow, while Safer Skin (and Safer Skin Light / SSL) is a waterproof membrane protecting the glue and velvet from moisture and tearing; SSL variants are lighter (roughly ~12% weight reduction) and fully waterproof. Choose Ever Dry 3.0 for consistently wet conditions where anti-glopping matters, and pick SSL when you need maximum glue protection and weight savings for racing or light-and-fast objectives.
• How should I size, fit, and select the adhesive for Pomoca skins?

  Measure your ski length and effective waist to choose a pre-cut size or buy a slightly oversized skin to trim to the base; common widths range 110–140 mm and Pomoca offers stable alignment systems plus tip/tail fittings for secure attachment. For glue, Pomoca’s hotmelt adhesive is recommended for reliably cold and all‑weather performance, while Pomoca’s cold formula options are offered for North American conditions—select the adhesive suited to your typical temperature range and reapply glue when edge lift or dirt reduces adhesion.
• What routine care keeps Pomoca skins performing (glide and adhesive) over time?

  After each day, gently remove snow and dirt from the velvet, allow skins to dry flat and glue-side protected away from direct heat, and avoid contaminants like oil or sunscreen on the adhesive; GLIDE/GLIDE PRO treatments help reduce glopping but you should still clean and dry skins after wet sessions. When you notice reduced tack or lifting at edges, refresh the glue pad or send for reglue services; regular trimming of worn edges and using the membrane-equipped Safer Skin variants will extend both adhesive life and glide performance.