Splitboards

Splitboard

— splitboards, in fact, are not skis, but a kind of snowboard. The main difference between such a device and a regular snowboard is a collapsible design: a splitboard consists of two halves, which, when separated, turn into a pair of skis. The capabilities of these skis are similar to the ski touring models (see the relevant paragraph): they are equipped with climbing skins, and bindings with a free heel and are well suited for climbing. For going downhill, the halves are connected back, the bindings are rearranged, and when skiing down, such a board is actually no different from a classic snowboard. Splitboards are valued primarily among those who prefer mountains without a lift and other equipment, or for some reason do not want to use such equipment.