COLLTEX 2122 by zuzupopo.snow

21/22

PRODUCT INFORMATION

SWISS SKI SKINS

Sales Guide

Our Novelties of the 2021/22 Season: Colltex Drybase coating > page 18 Themed ski skins «Wild Animals» > page 20 Cross-county ski skins > page 10 The «natural skin+ski wax» > page 21

DEAR CUSTOMER It is our goal to render information on Colltex products more relevant for sales. That’s why we have decided to rewrite the Colltex Workbook in three languages. This will greatly improve its readability. Besides, we shall add valuable ski-skin know-how to the actual product information to increase ski-skin competence in sales. The entire information will be compact and, thus, always readily available. We wish you a lot of sales successes! Best regards from the Glarus region, Hans-Peter Brehm Colltex AG, CEO

Our Novelties of the 21/22 Season: Colltex Drybase coating

All Colltex ski skins are coated with the new Colltex Drybase before the hotmelt application. As the ski skin thus hardly absorbs water, it is now even more durable. > page 18

Themed ski skins «Wild Animals»

For the 2022/2023 season, we shall launch the latest generation of the synthetic Lucendro ski skin. A limited edition is already available now. > page 20

Cross-country ski skins

Classical cross-country skiing with ski skins is becoming more and more popular – Colltex has ski skins for more grip or more glide. > page 10

Der «natural skin+ski wax»

Our compact and handy 100% biodegradable ski wax belongs in every touring backpack. > page 21

COLLTEX PRODUCT INFORMATION 10 reasons to choose a Colltex ski skin Colltex Ski Skins Colltex Cross-Country Ski Skins Colltex Care Products New Colltex Coatings Colltex Accessories Marketing 10 Ski-Skin Tips by a Pro

Colltex is the ofﬁcial partner of the Swiss Mountain Guide Association SMGA

Colltex Drybase Snow Build-up Themed Ski Skin, Wild Animals Fluorine on Ski Skins 10 Steps to Produce Ski Skins

SWISS SKI SKINS

Significance of Mohair, Synthetics, and Mixed Weaves

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Our Novelties of the 21/22 Season: Colltex Drybase coating

All Colltex ski skins are coated with the new Colltex Drybase before the hotmelt application. As the ski skin thus hardly absorbs water, it is now even more durable. > page 18

Themed ski skins «Wild Animals»

For the 2022/2023 season, we shall launch the latest generation of the synthetic Lucendro ski skin. A limited edition is already available now. > page 20

Cross-country ski skins

Classical cross-country skiing with ski skins is becoming more and more popular – Colltex has ski skins for more grip or more glide. > page 10

Der «natural skin+ski wax»

Our compact and handy 100% biodegradable ski wax belongs in every touring backpack. > page 21

Colltex is the ofﬁcial partner of the Swiss Mountain Guide Association SMGA

Colltex Drybase Snow Build-up Themed Ski Skin, Wild Animals Fluorine on Ski Skins 10 Steps to Produce Ski Skins

SWISS SKI SKINS

Significance of Mohair, Synthetics, and Mixed Weaves

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THE COLLTEX TEAM

Our Commitment to Success

10 REASONS

to choose Colltex ski skins

01| Your safety on the mountain

In all tests, Colltex ski skins ranked top in terms of performance and safety.

02| Your ecological footprint

Colltex is one of the few manufacturers to forgo to use environmentally harmful fluorine waterproofing and, thus, protect nature against damage.

03| The Colltex ski skin ﬁts into your backpack

The Colltex ski skin is light, supple, and has a small packing size.

04| You will conserve your strength on the mountain

The structure of the high-quality Colltex fabric enables you to climb and glide on the mountain in an optimum manner.

05| Your Colltex ski skin will not fray

We are the only manufacturers who produce the Colltex Edge coating, which prevents any fraying of the ski skin.

06| The perfect ﬁt of your ski skin

We know all «common» ski shapes and CAD-cut your ski skin to accurately fit your ski.

07| Your ski skin will stay dry

With the Colltex Drybase process, we seal the back and achieve an optimum bond to the adhesive.

08| Your ski skin sticks

In our small manufacturing SME, each employee contributes and is fully committed to the success of Colltex. Vitus Schweizer, our Chief Developer, HansPeter Brehm, our CEO, and Richard Bolt, the owner of Colltex AG, lead the way fired with enthusiasm and with their broad range of know-how. The same expertise is represented by our employees – and our products.

We use an adhesive technology developed over many years. Colltex ski skins reliably adhere to the skis – even in very cold weather.

09| We are at your service

We are a traditional Swiss enterprise and offer competent advice and customeroriented services.

10| We develop new things for you

Thanks to our personal ski-touring competence, new materials, and attachment systems, we are developing tomorrow’s ski skins already today.

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THE COLLTEX TEAM

Our Commitment to Success

10 REASONS

to choose Colltex ski skins

01| Your safety on the mountain

In all tests, Colltex ski skins ranked top in terms of performance and safety.

02| Your ecological footprint

Colltex is one of the few manufacturers to forgo to use environmentally harmful fluorine waterproofing and, thus, protect nature against damage.

03| The Colltex ski skin ﬁts into your backpack

The Colltex ski skin is light, supple, and has a small packing size.

04| You will conserve your strength on the mountain

The structure of the high-quality Colltex fabric enables you to climb and glide on the mountain in an optimum manner.

05| Your Colltex ski skin will not fray

We are the only manufacturers who produce the Colltex Edge coating, which prevents any fraying of the ski skin.

06| The perfect ﬁt of your ski skin

We know all «common» ski shapes and CAD-cut your ski skin to accurately fit your ski.

07| Your ski skin will stay dry

With the Colltex Drybase process, we seal the back and achieve an optimum bond to the adhesive.

08| Your ski skin sticks

We use an adhesive technology developed over many years. Colltex ski skins reliably adhere to the skis – even in very cold weather.

09| We are at your service

We are a traditional Swiss enterprise and offer competent advice and customeroriented services.

10| We develop new things for you

Thanks to our personal ski-touring competence, new materials, and attachment systems, we are developing tomorrow’s ski skins already today.

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PALÜ ALPINIST

TÖDI ALLROUNDER

The ski skin with top gliding characteristics for experts MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT

The robust all-rounder for every ski tourer – from beginners to professionals

100% MOHAIR ANTHRACITE HOTMELT 103.5 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

GRIP

MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT

DRY

GLIDE

DRY

GRIP GLIDE

DURABILITY

Properties

The PALÜ ski skin is our leading product. It glides perfectly thanks to its 100% natural fibre – especially on fresh, dry, and cold snow. The wear and tear on hard, icy snow is slightly higher. When not in use, we use a special net to protect the hotmelt adhesive coating.

DRY

65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE BLUE HOTMELT KLEBTECHNOLOGIE 99.9 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

The TÖDI ski skin is the best-selling skin at Colltex. The TÖDI is an optimum combination of the aspects of gliding, climbing, robustness, and packing size: a ski skin for all types of snow and weather. When not in use, we use a special net to protect the hotmelt adhesive coating.

Target Group

SKIN CUTS

Custom made

CAD-cut to the desired ski model

Cut-to-size-ready

DIY cutting, ski lengths: 151–195 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

Cut-to-size-standard

DIY cutting, skin length: 185 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

Straight Skins Skin lengths: 160, 170, 180 cm, Skin widths: 35 – 90 mm

Skin on rolls Skin length: ca. 33 m, skin widths: 31 – 140 mm

Splitboard Cut to the desired splitboard model DIY cutting, skin length 170 cm, skin widths : 150, 160, 170 mm

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We recommend PALÜ for long ski tours, Alpine tours, and touring experiences lasting several days. It is suitable for sports tourers, for whom gliding is important.

The TÖDI is an all-round ski skin and recommended for any ski tourer. It is equally suitable for beginners demanding good grip or mountain guides desiring a skin that will have a good grip in all weather conditions.

DRY

PALÜ ALPINIST

TÖDI ALLROUNDER

The ski skin with top gliding characteristics for experts MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT

The robust all-rounder for every ski tourer – from beginners to professionals

100% MOHAIR ANTHRACITE HOTMELT 103.5 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

GRIP

MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT

DRY

GLIDE

DRY

GRIP GLIDE

DURABILITY

Properties

DRY

65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE BLUE HOTMELT KLEBTECHNOLOGIE 99.9 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

Target Group

SKIN CUTS

Custom made

CAD-cut to the desired ski model

Cut-to-size-ready

DIY cutting, ski lengths: 151–195 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

Cut-to-size-standard

DIY cutting, skin length: 185 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

Straight Skins Skin lengths: 160, 170, 180 cm, Skin widths: 35 – 90 mm

Skin on rolls Skin length: ca. 33 m, skin widths: 31 – 140 mm

Splitboard Cut to the desired splitboard model DIY cutting, skin length 170 cm, skin widths : 150, 160, 170 mm

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We recommend PALÜ for long ski tours, Alpine tours, and touring experiences lasting several days. It is suitable for sports tourers, for whom gliding is important.

DRY

CLARIDEN HANDLING MASTER

PDG RACE SPEEDMASTER

The easily handled ski skin for recreational ski tourers

The fastest racing skin for competitors and athletes DRY

MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT

65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE BLUE ACRYLAT 90.0 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

GRIP

MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT GRIP

DRY

GLIDE

Properties

The CLARIDEN ski skin stands for easy handling. It can be used without a protective net. The same as the Tödi model, it optimally combines gliding, climbing, robustness, and packing size. The acrylic adhesive coating will loose some of its adhesive strength after several attachments and detachments though.

GLIDE

DRY

DURABILITY

DRY

The PDG RACE probably is the fastest ski skin on the market. This ski skin made of 100% mohair was designed for even more perfect gliding. The compromise is a slightly less powerful grip. When not in use, we use a special net to protect the hotmelt adhesive coating.

SKIN CUTS

Custom made

Straight Skins

Cut-to-size-ready

DIY cutting, ski lengths: 151–195 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

We recommend PDG RACE to racers and athletes for both training and competition uses. It is also a good choice for ambitious ski tourers.

Skin widths: 55, 60, 62, 65, 70 mm with racefix for speedy attaching and detaching, Skin length: 170 cm

Skin on rolls

Skin length: ca. 33 m, Skin widths: 55, 60, 62, 65, 70 mm

Cut-to-size-standard

DIY cutting, skin length: 185 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

PDG Box

1 PDG Race skin, 1 Training skin, 1 Express universal wax, 1 Eco skinproof, 1 Headband Skin widths: 60 / 62 mm, Skin length: 150 cm Straight Skins Skin lengths: 160, 170, 180 cm, Skin widths: 35 – 90 mm Skin on rolls Skin length: ca. 33 m, skin widths: 31 – 140 mm

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DRY

Properties

Target Group

CAD-cut to the desired ski model

DRY

DURABILITY

Target Group

We recommend CLARIDEN for day or weekend tours for beginners up to professional skiers. This ski skin is easy to use and can be stored without a protective net.

100% MOHAIR VIOLET HOTMELT 85.5 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

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CLARIDEN HANDLING MASTER

PDG RACE SPEEDMASTER

The easily handled ski skin for recreational ski tourers

The fastest racing skin for competitors and athletes DRY

MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT

65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE BLUE ACRYLAT 90.0 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

GRIP

MATERIAL SKIN COLOUR ADHESION WEIGHT GRIP

DRY

GLIDE

Properties

GLIDE

DRY

DURABILITY

DRY

SKIN CUTS

Custom made

Straight Skins

Cut-to-size-ready

DIY cutting, ski lengths: 151–195 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

We recommend PDG RACE to racers and athletes for both training and competition uses. It is also a good choice for ambitious ski tourers.

Skin widths: 55, 60, 62, 65, 70 mm with racefix for speedy attaching and detaching, Skin length: 170 cm

Skin on rolls

Skin length: ca. 33 m, Skin widths: 55, 60, 62, 65, 70 mm

Cut-to-size-standard

DIY cutting, skin length: 185 cm, skin widths: 110, 120, 130, 140 mm

PDG Box

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DRY

Properties

Target Group

CAD-cut to the desired ski model

DRY

DURABILITY

Target Group

We recommend CLARIDEN for day or weekend tours for beginners up to professional skiers. This ski skin is easy to use and can be stored without a protective net.

100% MOHAIR VIOLET HOTMELT 85.5 G (6 MM X 150 CM)

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COLLTEX CROSS-COUNTRY SKINS

A SELECTION OF CROSS-COUNTRY SKI SKINS

Choose the right ski skin to ensure optimum performance

This range is continually being added to

More and more cross-country skiers adopting the classic cross-country style rely on skis with ski skins as the construction of skis has improved and their handling is easy. By using a suitable cross-country skin, you will enjoy better climbing and gliding characteristics. To enjoy skiing to the full – depending on your technical ability or the topography of the trail.

BRAND SIZE

FISCHER NORDIC SKINS TWIN SKIN 410 X 13.6 MM

ALLROUND

65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE BEST GLIDE

The «ALLROUND with its 65% mohair and 35% polyamide in blue» of-

100% MOHAIR

fers a superb grip and good gliding properties. In case of hard, icy conditions but also in wet snow, this skin shows its special properties. It is suitable for skiers who appreciate a good grip or for steep cross-country loipes.

The «BEST GLIDE with its 100% mohair in anthracite» says it all. It gli-

ALLROUND

ROSSIGNOL NORDIC SKINS R-SKIN SHORT 370 X 35 MM 65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE

BEST GLIDE

100% MOHAIR

BRAND ALLROUND

SALOMON NORDIC SKINS SHORT SKIN S 390 X 35 MM 65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE

BEST GLIDE

100% MOHAIR

BRAND ALLROUND

ATOMIC NORDIC SKINS SKINTEC UNIVERSAL 430 X 35 MM 65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE

BEST GLIDE

100% MOHAIR

BRAND

des perfectly and simply loves cold and dry snow. It is suitable for skiers who want maximum glide characteristics and prefer to make some concessions when climbing.

SIZE

Changing this ski skin is easy. Remove the skin on your skies, stick it to the paper provided, dry the milled part, adhere the new skin from tip to tail, press down well and wax before skiing. For more information, see www.colltex.ch Have fun on the trail!

SIZE

DRY

SIZE

Additional models at www.colltex.ch COLLTEX

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COLLTEX CROSS-COUNTRY SKINS

A SELECTION OF CROSS-COUNTRY SKI SKINS

Choose the right ski skin to ensure optimum performance

This range is continually being added to

BRAND SIZE

FISCHER NORDIC SKINS TWIN SKIN 410 X 13.6 MM

ALLROUND

65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE BEST GLIDE

The «ALLROUND with its 65% mohair and 35% polyamide in blue» of-

100% MOHAIR

The «BEST GLIDE with its 100% mohair in anthracite» says it all. It gli-

ALLROUND

ROSSIGNOL NORDIC SKINS R-SKIN SHORT 370 X 35 MM 65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE

BEST GLIDE

100% MOHAIR

BRAND ALLROUND

SALOMON NORDIC SKINS SHORT SKIN S 390 X 35 MM 65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE

BEST GLIDE

100% MOHAIR

BRAND ALLROUND

ATOMIC NORDIC SKINS SKINTEC UNIVERSAL 430 X 35 MM 65% MOHAIR + 35% POLYAMIDE

BEST GLIDE

100% MOHAIR

BRAND

des perfectly and simply loves cold and dry snow. It is suitable for skiers who want maximum glide characteristics and prefer to make some concessions when climbing.

SIZE

DRY

SIZE

Additional models at www.colltex.ch COLLTEX

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COLLTEX CARE PRODUCTS

Optimum ski-skin care

DRY

COLLTEX RE-COATING

The perfect adhesive coating on tour

Eco skinproof

Hotmelt tape

Thanks to waterproofing with eco skinproof, the pile side of the skin absorbs less water, forms less snow build-up, glides better, and protects the ski skin DRY against dirt.

The hotmelt tape is suitable for a complete renewal of the hotmelt adhesive coating. > Remove the old adhesive coating with a blade and heat. Tip: remove the old adhesive with a soldering iron with spatula attachment. Then use an iron to transfer the new adhesive from the tape to the back of the ski skin.

> Regularly waterproof the ski skin with eco skinproof, latest on the evening before the ski tour, so the waterproofing can dry. Tip: activate the waterproofing by heating it, e.g. with a hairdryer.

Hotmelt tube 75ml

Natural skin+ski wax 27g NEW!

The adhesive from the hotmelt tube is a flexible way to re-coat part or all of the ski skin.

The natural skin+ski wax works for all types of snow and is 100% biodegradable. Due to its handy size and the screw cap, this wax is perfect for use on the go.

> Clean the adhesive side of the ski skin and evenly spread the adhesive with a spatula or roller. Tip: remove the old adhesive with a soldering iron with spatula attachment.

> When fitting the ski skin, press it down directly with the natural skin+ski wax. In case of snow build-up, dry the skin with a cloth and then apply the wax. The wax is equally suitable for the ski.

Quickspray

Express universal wax 40g

The quickspray is the very best option for a spontaneous re-coating on the evening before a tour. As the quickspray should dry for 15 minutes, its application on the mountain when exposed to wind and weather, is not ideal. For such a purpose, we recommend quicktex.

The express universal wax is the larger version of the natural skin+ski wax. This classic paraffin wax is suitable for all types of snow for both ski skins and skis. > It is applied the same way as the natural skin+ski wax.

> spray quickspray evenly on the ski skin and let dry.

Protective netting

Colltex ski skins with a hotmelt adhesive coating are protected by a special net when not in use. This also makes it easier to separate the adhesive layers, while the adhesive remains intact.

Quicktex

The quicktex solves adhesion problems on the mountain. It is small, light, efficient, and suitable for ski skins of all brands. Once the tour is over, quicktex can be removed and the adhesive coating renewed properly.

> When removing the ski skin, apply the protective net on one half of the ski skin, and then stick the second half of the skin onto it.

> Use quicktex like a double-sided adhesive tape.

Skin sock

Instead of the protective net, you can also use the pro-skin sock for protection. This skin sock offers advantages in any wind and weather conditions.

Acrylate tape

The acrylate tape is used to completely renew the acrylate adhesive coating. Since the new coating is highly adhesive, a protective net will have to be used after such a re-coating.

> Pull the pro-skin over the skin that has been removed from the back and stick the second half of the skin to the outside of the skin sock.

Colltex tote bag

Our Re-coating Service

Pack the ski skin into the Colltex tote bag to keep the inside of the backpack dry.

You can have your skins re-coated by our Colltex professionals. > Simply send us your ski skin directly or via your sports shop to Glarus or use the «Ski-Skin Re-coating Service». The price includes everything from postal charges to send it to the return shipment, the re-coating itself, and the waterproofing (only in CH/FL).

> Dry the ski skin after the tour and store it in the tote bag that can easily be hung on the ski tip or the binding by its loops.

For applications, also see www.colltex.ch/video

For applications, also see www.colltex.ch/video COLLTEX

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COLLTEX CARE PRODUCTS

Optimum ski-skin care

DRY

COLLTEX RE-COATING

The perfect adhesive coating on tour

Eco skinproof

Hotmelt tape

Thanks to waterproofing with eco skinproof, the pile side of the skin absorbs less water, forms less snow build-up, glides better, and protects the ski skin DRY against dirt.

> Regularly waterproof the ski skin with eco skinproof, latest on the evening before the ski tour, so the waterproofing can dry. Tip: activate the waterproofing by heating it, e.g. with a hairdryer.

Hotmelt tube 75ml

Natural skin+ski wax 27g NEW!

The adhesive from the hotmelt tube is a flexible way to re-coat part or all of the ski skin.

The natural skin+ski wax works for all types of snow and is 100% biodegradable. Due to its handy size and the screw cap, this wax is perfect for use on the go.

> Clean the adhesive side of the ski skin and evenly spread the adhesive with a spatula or roller. Tip: remove the old adhesive with a soldering iron with spatula attachment.

> When fitting the ski skin, press it down directly with the natural skin+ski wax. In case of snow build-up, dry the skin with a cloth and then apply the wax. The wax is equally suitable for the ski.

Quickspray

Express universal wax 40g

> spray quickspray evenly on the ski skin and let dry.

Protective netting

Colltex ski skins with a hotmelt adhesive coating are protected by a special net when not in use. This also makes it easier to separate the adhesive layers, while the adhesive remains intact.

Quicktex

> When removing the ski skin, apply the protective net on one half of the ski skin, and then stick the second half of the skin onto it.

> Use quicktex like a double-sided adhesive tape.

Skin sock

Instead of the protective net, you can also use the pro-skin sock for protection. This skin sock offers advantages in any wind and weather conditions.

Acrylate tape

The acrylate tape is used to completely renew the acrylate adhesive coating. Since the new coating is highly adhesive, a protective net will have to be used after such a re-coating.

> Pull the pro-skin over the skin that has been removed from the back and stick the second half of the skin to the outside of the skin sock.

Colltex tote bag

Our Re-coating Service

Pack the ski skin into the Colltex tote bag to keep the inside of the backpack dry.

> Dry the ski skin after the tour and store it in the tote bag that can easily be hung on the ski tip or the binding by its loops.

For applications, also see www.colltex.ch/video

For applications, also see www.colltex.ch/video COLLTEX

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COLLTEX SPARE PARTS

MARKETING

The whole range at a glance

Sales support and giveaways

Camlock+

Skin clip STD

Skin clip EVO

Skin clip ACE

End fixation

2 skin clips with tip plates and rivet heads and rivet bucktails.

Plexiglas® Pattern

Thanks to the Plexiglas® pattern, the sales department can provide customers with the best possible advice. On the back of the Plexiglas®, there is a brief description of the material and target group of the respective ski skin.

2 skin clips with tip plates and rivet heads and rivet bucktails.

Giveaway

For your sales efforts or as a thank-you gift to your customers, you may make your customers a present in connection with the ski skin > Get the respective giveaways from Colltex at cost price.

Camlock tail-hook kit

This handy self-assembly kit consists of 2 camlock tail hooks, 2 perforated tapes, 6 rivet heads, and 6 rivet bucktails.

Raceﬁx Kit

This handy self-assembly kit consisting of 2 elastic bands, 2 cord stoppers, and 2 washers.

Point of Sale

We shall be happy to help you with visuals for your point of sale.

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COLLTEX SPARE PARTS

MARKETING

The whole range at a glance

Sales support and giveaways

Camlock+

Skin clip STD

Skin clip EVO

Skin clip ACE

End fixation

2 skin clips with tip plates and rivet heads and rivet bucktails.

Plexiglas® Pattern

2 skin clips with tip plates and rivet heads and rivet bucktails.

Giveaway

For your sales efforts or as a thank-you gift to your customers, you may make your customers a present in connection with the ski skin > Get the respective giveaways from Colltex at cost price.

Camlock tail-hook kit

This handy self-assembly kit consists of 2 camlock tail hooks, 2 perforated tapes, 6 rivet heads, and 6 rivet bucktails.

Raceﬁx Kit

This handy self-assembly kit consisting of 2 elastic bands, 2 cord stoppers, and 2 washers.

Point of Sale

We shall be happy to help you with visuals for your point of sale.

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10 SKI-SKIN TIPS by professionals TIP 01 | Attachment

Before attaching the ski skin, dry the ski base, glue the ski skin to the ski without stretching it and press it down with a block of wax.

TIP 02 | Walking Technique

Pull the ski within the track and try not to lift it. This way the ski skin glides in an optimum manner, hardly forms any snow build-up, and you will save energy as well.

TIP 03 | Sliding

Avoid sliding back on steep terrain by shifting your weight backwards to the heel. This will put your weight on the entire length of the ski skin, and its grip on the snow will improve.

TIP 04 | Stride Length

Take shorter steps on steep or difficult stretches. In this manner, your centre of gravity will be better centred above the ski and stable.

TIP 05 | Snow Build-Up

A change from moist to dry, cold snow can cause snow build-up. Remove the build-up and dry the ski skin with a cloth. Wax the skin in the direction of the pile.

TIP 06 | Short Descents

When skiing downhill with ski skins attached, close the binding at the back to avoid falling forwards. However, long downhill runs on frozen snow put great strain on the fibre pile.

TIP 07 | Detachment

In windy conditions, put the ski on the ground, fold back the rear half of the ski skin, attach the protective net and stick the second half of the skin onto it. Or use the Colltex pro-skin sock.

TIP 08 | Repeated Attachments and Detachments

During a downhill course, stick your skins in the front of your jacket. Your body heat will make the skin cool down less and the grip will remain better.

TIP 09 | Skin Adhesion Fails

Place adhesive layer on adhesive layer and thus reactivate the hotmelt adhesive. Or use the practical Colltex quicktex. This will help with all ski skins.

TIP 10 | Care and Maintenance

After the tour equals before the tour. Dry your ski skin, check its adhesive strength, and waterproof the skin side. Reap the rewards of this procedure on your next tour…

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10 SKI-SKIN TIPS by professionals TIP 01 | Attachment

Before attaching the ski skin, dry the ski base, glue the ski skin to the ski without stretching it and press it down with a block of wax.

TIP 02 | Walking Technique

Pull the ski within the track and try not to lift it. This way the ski skin glides in an optimum manner, hardly forms any snow build-up, and you will save energy as well.

TIP 03 | Sliding

Avoid sliding back on steep terrain by shifting your weight backwards to the heel. This will put your weight on the entire length of the ski skin, and its grip on the snow will improve.

TIP 04 | Stride Length

Take shorter steps on steep or difficult stretches. In this manner, your centre of gravity will be better centred above the ski and stable.

TIP 05 | Snow Build-Up

A change from moist to dry, cold snow can cause snow build-up. Remove the build-up and dry the ski skin with a cloth. Wax the skin in the direction of the pile.

TIP 06 | Short Descents

When skiing downhill with ski skins attached, close the binding at the back to avoid falling forwards. However, long downhill runs on frozen snow put great strain on the fibre pile.

TIP 07 | Detachment

In windy conditions, put the ski on the ground, fold back the rear half of the ski skin, attach the protective net and stick the second half of the skin onto it. Or use the Colltex pro-skin sock.

TIP 08 | Repeated Attachments and Detachments

During a downhill course, stick your skins in the front of your jacket. Your body heat will make the skin cool down less and the grip will remain better.

TIP 09 | Skin Adhesion Fails

Place adhesive layer on adhesive layer and thus reactivate the hotmelt adhesive. Or use the practical Colltex quicktex. This will help with all ski skins.

TIP 10 | Care and Maintenance

After the tour equals before the tour. Dry your ski skin, check its adhesive strength, and waterproof the skin side. Reap the rewards of this procedure on your next tour…

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COLLTEX DRYBASE

SNOW BUILD-UP

New ways to coat your ski skins

DRY

An explanation

The back of the ski skins is a fabric made of cotton and synthetics. The back of all Colltex skins is now additionally treated with a special coating. Only then, the proven hotmelt resin adhesive is applied. This additional coat called Colltex Drybase has the following advantages:

Depending on snow and weather conditions, annoying snow build-ups may form. As a rule, not everyone in a tour group will be equally affected. Often, the ski skin is blamed – though that is rarely the reason. An explanation:

> Hardly any water absorption: the hollow spaces in the fabric are filled by Colltex Drybase. Thanks to this sealing, hardly any water can penetrate into the fabric back. The ski skin will remain dry and light even in warm snow conditions.

Snow build-up occurs for a variety of reasons. The most common cause is that we change from moist to dry and cold snow. This causes the snow to freeze to the damp parts of the ski skin. However, it is also possible that a touring skier laying down a trail is not affected by any snow build-up, though the touring skier following behind is. In this case, it may well be that a slight film of water formed due to warmer conditions, which is then absorbed by the climbing ski of the second skier. There are many more combinations of temperature and snow conditions we might list though. Not least the care spent on the ski skins, the cross-country skiing technique and the choice of route – all of which play an important role. > As you can see, explaining the whys and wherefores of snow build-up is far from easy.

Why does snow build-up occur?

> Chemical bond: the Colltex Drybase coating creates an optimum chemical bond to the hotmelt resin adhesive. The hotmelt thus adheres in an optimum manner to the back of the ski skin. This renders tearing off the adhesive very unlikely. > More durable: the Colltex Drybase coating makes the back of the ski skin more resistant to torsion, stronger and more durable – without losing its suppleness. The few grams extra of coating are compensated several time over as the ski skin hardly absorbs any water.

How can I prevent snow build-up?

Regular waterproofing of your ski skin is always indicated. To do this, stick the ski skin to the entire surface of the ski and, thus, prevent part of the waterproofing agent ending up on the adhesive side. We also recommend that you press the ski skins down immediately with a hard wax – and always in the natural direction of the pile. When striding, you can prevent snow build-up by pulling your skis within the trail and refrain from lifting them if possible. When establishing a new trail, choose the terrain so as to have as little temperature difference as possible.

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Three questions to Vitus Schweizer, Cert. Textile Engineer and Head of R&D at Colltex.

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What do you consider to be the greatest challenge of this project? Colltex Drybase is the next step in developing our future ski skins. With this «positive change of the product», we had to pay great attention to avoid any negative impact on the already optimized and good properties of the ski skins. Did the changeover to Colltex Drybase work out for volume production? The step from the sample phase to our large production machines is an exciting stage of development and often comes with surprises. With Colltex Drybase, we were able to successfully transfer the positive and encouraging results of the sampling phase to our large-scale production.

The advantages of Colltex Drybase include greatly reduced water absorption, an optimum chemical bonding to the adhesive and increased strength. What do you consider to be the most obvious advantage? The low water absorption is certainly what most ski tourers hoped for. For me, it is equally exciting that the Colltex Drybase technology allows us to adjust the torsional strength and flexibility of the entire ski skin. Also highly interesting is the slight cushioning effect of the coating. The skin compensates even the smallest irregularities which, in turn, has a positive effect on gliding and climbing properties.

What can I do in case of snow build-up when on tour?

Remove the snow and rub the edges and the ski skin as dry as possible. An old kitchen towel is perfect for that purpose. Then apply a layer of wax in the direction of the pile.

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SNOW BUILD-UP

New ways to coat your ski skins

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An explanation

Why does snow build-up occur?

How can I prevent snow build-up?

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Three questions to Vitus Schweizer, Cert. Textile Engineer and Head of R&D at Colltex.

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What can I do in case of snow build-up when on tour?

Remove the snow and rub the edges and the ski skin as dry as possible. An old kitchen towel is perfect for that purpose. Then apply a layer of wax in the direction of the pile.

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THEMED SKI SKINS – WILD ANIMAL PATTERNS

In co-operation with «association to promote respecting animal territories»

For the 2022/23 winter seasons, Colltex plans to launch the Lucendro ski skin. This is an unprecedented ski-skin construction in the world of ski skins. To provide all those interested with a chance to sample this novelty, Colltex is launching a limited edition Lucendro of 100 pairs of these themed ski skins in co-operation with the «Respektiere deine Grenzen» or Respect Animal Territories campaign. This themed ski skin, the future Colltex Lucendro, is a synthetic ski skin of the latest generation. Its novel fibre was developed by an interdisciplinary team over the course of quite some years. Tests with this new fabric consistently showed good results as to climbing and gliding characteristics. This new material refuted the widespread opinion that synthetic ski skins have poor gliding properties. Besides, the raw material is produced by a Swiss spinning mill.

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FLUORINE FOR SKI SKINS

Did you know?

PFC indicates perfluorinated and polyfluorinated chemicals and summarises about 8,000 known substances. All PFCs have in common that they consists of carbon chains of different lengths in which hydrogen atoms have been replaced by fluorine. These substances do not occur in nature.

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To this very day, the majority of waterproofing agents use fluorocarbons, which are harmful to our health and the environment. Waterproofing releases these substances into the environment, where they accumulate as they are not biodegradable by nature or the human organism. Environmental protection agencies have been drawing attention to this danger for years and were able to persuade some textile suppliers to ban fluorocarbon from their production processes as part of the Detox Campaign.

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Apart from Colltex, most climbing-skin manufacturers continue to treat ski skins with PFCs though. For the reasons listed below, Colltex considers this quite unnecessary:

We consider this ski skin to be a good addition or, depending on future developments, an alternative to today’s mohair skin made of Angora goat hair. This is a ski skin for ski tourers who love a skin with a good grip and still want suitable gliding properties.

> Already after the first ski tour, the waterproofing mixes with the snow and no longer sticks to the ski skin due to mechanical wear and tear.

As it is a world novelty, this ski skin allows us to individually print small batches. The respective colour designs are digitally printed and transferred to the ski skin. With our themed «Wild Animals» ski skins, we want to present this technical possibility with the respective visuals.

> Even with a PFC-treated ski skin, the pile will have to be regularly cared for with a waterproofing spray.

> It makes more sense to treat ski skins with an environmentally harmless wax or waterproofing spray.

This is why Colltex decided to completely refrain from using waterprooﬁng based on harmful ﬂuorocarbons, starting with the 2019/2020 season.

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THEMED SKI SKINS – WILD ANIMAL PATTERNS

In co-operation with «association to promote respecting animal territories»

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FLUORINE FOR SKI SKINS

Did you know?

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Apart from Colltex, most climbing-skin manufacturers continue to treat ski skins with PFCs though. For the reasons listed below, Colltex considers this quite unnecessary:

> Already after the first ski tour, the waterproofing mixes with the snow and no longer sticks to the ski skin due to mechanical wear and tear.

> Even with a PFC-treated ski skin, the pile will have to be regularly cared for with a waterproofing spray.

> It makes more sense to treat ski skins with an environmentally harmless wax or waterproofing spray.

This is why Colltex decided to completely refrain from using waterprooﬁng based on harmful ﬂuorocarbons, starting with the 2019/2020 season.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF MOHAIR, SYNTHETICS, AND A MIXED FABRIC Description of the most important materials 10 PRODUCTION STEPS On Colltex ski skins 01 |

The base material (mohair/granules) is spun into yarn.

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The yarn is thereupon woven into a double weave on the loom and separated into a base and top weave.

03 |

The pile fabric is thoroughly rinsed, dyed, or printed on.

04 |

Colltex is the only manufacturer to use the additional Colltex Edge coating. This coating adjusts the torsional strength of the pile and prevents the ski skin from fraying.

05 |

The backing fabric (back of the ski skin) made of cotton and polyester is woven and made impervious to shrinkage.

06 |

The pile fabric (pile side) is pressed together with the backing fabric using both pressure and heat and by means of an inserted film.

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After the Colltex Drybase the backing oft he ski skin is coated with our proven hotmelt resin adhesive.

08 |

On the cutting table, the ski skins are now cut to size on the CAD-controlled cutting table to precisely fit the ski model.

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Now the matching front and tail hook are sewn to the ski skin.

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After a final check, the ski skin is packed and shipped together with a Colltex tote bag, the protective net, and instructions.

The demands made on ski skins are quite varied. They have to work in an optimum manner in different snow, temperature, and weather conditions. Thus, a manufacturer tries to achieve the best possible results with the properties offered by the different materials – the weave, the quality of the fibre, the length of the pile, and other factors. For a description of the most important materials, see below:

100% Mohair

Mohair wool comes from the long, curly hair of the Angora goat, also called a mohair goat. Mohair is one of highest quality fibres nature has to offer and also popular for jumpers and upholstery fabrics. «Mohair» is derived from the Arabic word «muhayyar», which translates into «cloth made of goat hair». About four kilograms of yarn are obtained per animal and year by shearing. Thus, no goat has to die to obtain its precious hair. The hair of the mohair goat is water-repellent and, at the same time, moisture-absorbing, which reduces the formation of snow build-up and allows for a light ski skin. The hair remains supple, even in very cold weather, and glides extremely well thanks to its natural structure. On the other hand, mohair wears down faster, in particular in hard spring snow, and has less grip than a purely synthetic fabric. At Colltex, the PALÜ and PDG RACE ski skins are made of 100% mohair.

100% Synthetics

Most synthetic ski skins are made of polyamide fibres. In recent years, they have been further developed though. Synthetic ski skins are durable, abrasion-resistant, robust, and can even withstand contact with rocks. Besides, they offer excellent grip – in fact, their climbing properties are legendary on hard, icy surfaces. Their less than perfect gliding performance due to the rather dull hair has been improved over the years. Colltex is developing the latest generation of synthetic ski skins with truly amazing results in terms of gliding performance. With its themed Wild Animals ski skins, Colltex introduces a limited edition of the latest generation of synthetic ski skins.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Fabric pile + pile base fabric Colltex Edge Waterproof lamination Back cloth with Colltex Drybase NEW! Colltex hotmelt coating

Mixed Weave (65% Mohair / 35% Polyamide)

The mixed weave skins offer a proven combination of the advantages of both mohair and synthetics. This combines good climbing properties with gliding properties that increasingly match those of pure mohair. As a rule, the ratio of mohair to synthetics is approx. 65% to 35%. The share of synthetics moreover increases abrasion resistance and, thus, durability. This ski skin is a good choice for recreational skiers who demand quality. At Colltex, the TÖDI and CLARIDEN ski skins are made of this mixed weave.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF MOHAIR, SYNTHETICS, AND A MIXED FABRIC Description of the most important materials 10 PRODUCTION STEPS On Colltex ski skins 01 |

The base material (mohair/granules) is spun into yarn.

02 |

The yarn is thereupon woven into a double weave on the loom and separated into a base and top weave.

03 |

The pile fabric is thoroughly rinsed, dyed, or printed on.

04 |

Colltex is the only manufacturer to use the additional Colltex Edge coating. This coating adjusts the torsional strength of the pile and prevents the ski skin from fraying.

05 |

The backing fabric (back of the ski skin) made of cotton and polyester is woven and made impervious to shrinkage.

06 |

The pile fabric (pile side) is pressed together with the backing fabric using both pressure and heat and by means of an inserted film.

07 |

After the Colltex Drybase the backing oft he ski skin is coated with our proven hotmelt resin adhesive.

08 |

On the cutting table, the ski skins are now cut to size on the CAD-controlled cutting table to precisely fit the ski model.

09 |

Now the matching front and tail hook are sewn to the ski skin.

10 |

After a final check, the ski skin is packed and shipped together with a Colltex tote bag, the protective net, and instructions.

100% Mohair

100% Synthetics

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Fabric pile + pile base fabric Colltex Edge Waterproof lamination Back cloth with Colltex Drybase NEW! Colltex hotmelt coating

Mixed Weave (65% Mohair / 35% Polyamide)

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ROUMANIE Outdoor Emotion www.bike-ski.ro

AUSTRIA Sail + Surf www.sailsurf.at

GREAT BRITAIN Anything Technical Ltd. www.skiequipmentuk.com

RUSSIA Alpex Outdoor Equipment www.sherpa.ru

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GREECE Klaoudatos gklaoudatos@gmail.com

SLOVAKIA, CZECHIA, POLAND Sam Hawkins, s.r.o. www.skialpshop.cz

HUNGARY Mountex Alpin Design www.mountex.hu

SPAIN Carving Sport www.carving-sport.com

ITALY Panorama Diffusion KG www.panoramadiffusion.it

SWEDEN Choucas Produktion AB www.moonlightmountaingear.com

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