Ski touring
Rent lightweight, high-performance ski touring skis to explore the mountains at your own pace. Designed to make ascents easier while offering excellent stability on the descent, they are ideal for discovering wide-open spaces and making the most of natural snow.
In summary
Discover our selection of ski touring skis, designed for skiers who want to combine effort, freedom and the pleasure of skiing. Lightweight, manoeuvrable and high-performing, they are suitable for both uphill climbs with skins and descents in all types of snow. Take advantage of our experts' advice to choose equipment suited to your level and set off to discover the mountains with confidence.
Ski touring: explore the mountains in complete freedom
Ski touring is the ideal discipline for mountain lovers who want to leave the pistes behind and discover untouched landscapes.
With lightweight skis, specialist bindings and skins, you can make your way to the summit at your own pace before enjoying a descent through unspoilt nature.
Whether you enjoy challenging outings, mountain walks or long traverses, ski touring offers a unique experience combining effort, discovery and the pleasure of skiing.
Skis designed for both ascents and descents
Ski touring skis are specially designed to offer the best balance between lightness, efficiency and performance. Lighter than traditional alpine skis, they make ascents easier and reduce fatigue, even during long outings.
Combined with touring bindings and skins, they allow you to climb slopes efficiently. The different climbing-aid positions provide greater comfort depending on the gradient, while the bindings ensure excellent power transfer on the descent.
Once the skins are removed, the skis reveal all their qualities: good grip on hard snow, excellent stability and manoeuvrability that allows you to ski confidently on different types of snow, whether fresh, spring or more compact.
Rent your ski touring skis from our experts
Because every outing is different, our teams will advise you on choosing the equipment best suited to your skiing style, level and route.
We select recent, lightweight and high-performing ski touring skis, equipped with reliable bindings and carefully maintained. Each set of equipment is prepared with precision to guarantee comfort, safety and enjoyment throughout your outing.
Whether you want to discover ski touring, prepare for a mountain outing or experience a new adventure away from the pistes, we put our expertise at your service to help you enjoy the best possible experience.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about ski touring
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What is ski touring?
Ski touring is a discipline that allows you to climb snow-covered slopes using skins attached underneath the skis, before removing them to enjoy the descent. It offers a unique way to discover the mountains, away from ski lifts and marked pistes.
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Are skins included with the rental?
Yes, our ski touring skis are rented with skins suited to the equipment. They are prepared and checked to ensure good grip during ascents.
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What is the difference between ski touring and free touring?
Ski touring prioritises lightness and uphill efficiency, making it ideal for long outings and significant elevation gains. Free touring, on the other hand, is designed to offer greater downhill performance, with wider skis suited to powder.
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What is the difference between ski touring and alpine skiing?
Alpine skiing is mainly practised on pistes using ski lifts. With ski touring, ascents are made under your own power using specialist bindings and skins, giving you access to wild and untouched routes.
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What equipment do you need for ski touring?
To go ski touring, you will need ski touring skis, specialist bindings, compatible ski boots and skins. For any outing away from secured pistes, it is also essential to have an avalanche transceiver, a shovel and a probe.
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Can beginners try ski touring?
Yes, provided you have a good level of alpine skiing. For your first experience, it is advisable to start on a suitable route or use a guide or instructor to learn uphill techniques, kick turns and mountain safety rules.
