‘E-SKIMO’ to revolutionise ski touring with the first e-ski
‘E-SKIMO’ to revolutionise ski touring with the first e-ski
Published : 07-Aug-2025 06:04
A new Swiss company has invented electrically powered skis that it believes will be as revolutionary as the e-bike.
'E-SKIMO' claim the new touring skis will allow users to climb 80% faster than on regular touring skis, and reduce effort by 30%.
Their first model – the 'Series Zero' will be released in limited numbers later this year
The new invention uses skins similar to those on regular touring skis, but which move like a conveyor under the base of the ski.
They are powered by electric rechargeable batteries, which will last up to three hours on a single charge. Once you have finished your climb, the working parts can be packed away.
E-SKIMO hope to eventually develop product versions suitable for mountaineers navigating technically demanding routes.
The inspiration for the idea came from trying to persuade the founder's less-fit ski friends to go ski touring with him.
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