The skin is attached by inserting its pin through a shaped hole in the shovel of the ski. The skin is then rotated 90° to lock it in place. Once rotated the skin fixation is 100% reliably secured. The system can be monitored by the skier from above at any time to provide visual peace of mind. The hole in the tip of the ski is also helpful for building a rescue toboggan in an emergency.
Effect: Makes it easier to turn the ski. The cambered area underneath the foot and at the tail provides control and support for novices and intermediates.
A special Tourlite wood core and VTA Superlite Outline have been integrated into the VTA80 to further trim weight. The ICE.OFF topsheet lessens snow and ice weight to 20-30%. Additionally the Tip Rocker profile provides lift and makes it easier to initiate turns in any condition, especially for women or younger touring skiers.