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Armada Climbing Skins Feedback

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nCrow
Posts: 1331 - Karma: 9,355
Just wondering if anybody has tried out Armada's touring skins and had any feedback on them? Skins are the last piece of my first backcountry setup I need and they've got some decent deals on evo right now
Oct 20 2023 10:36AM
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verynormalguy
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Those are just re branded and pre cut kohlas, which are pretty good. Very similar to the pomocas that everyone swears by
Oct 20 2023 12:27PM
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nCrow
Posts: 1331 - Karma: 9,355
Ah did not know that, thank you!
verynormalguyThose are just re branded and pre cut kohlas, which are pretty good. Very similar to the pomocas that everyone swears by
Oct 20 2023 12:40PM
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hamsauce
Posts: 302 - Karma: 2,622
Armada just sells rebranded Kohla skins- which are definitally a legit and reputable brand. Havent used them myself, but have heard from people some great things and have heard from others that the glue doesnt last as long as some other brands, and you may need to reglue after 15 or so tours.

Not saying to not get them, as thats a great deal and a great skin, but entry level skins like the g3 alpinist (on sale for $63) are even cheaper because they are full nylon, which is a little more forgiving as far as grip, maintenance, durability, and glue go (sacrificing glide and weight). They get a lot of flack for a good reason, but its a cheap way that Gets you uphill and is great to practice with. The Kohlas are a 70/30 blend, which are a great mix of glide and grip, and are definitally a nicer skin. Do with that data what you will.
Oct 20 2023 12:43PM
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