Ski touring

FAQ about CiLAO ski touring equipment

1. What types of ski touring equipment does CiLAO offer?

CiLAO offers a complete range of ski touring equipment, designed for mountain enthusiasts looking for performance, lightness and safety. This includes backpacks specifically designed for ski touring (such as the MAÏDO models), airbags, technical ice axes, poles, ski racks, helmet holders and other accessories required for this activity. The aim of the offer is to provide ready-to-use equipment for conquering the summits.

2. What distinguishes CiLAO ski touring backpacks in terms of comfort?

CiLAO backpacks are distinguished by patented technologies focused on carrying comfort. The combination of the MOOV® waistbelt, which keeps the pack permanently on the hips, the double-stranded® shoulder straps and an ergonomic back adapted to the hiker's stature ensure total symbiosis on both ascents and descents. These technologies promote better weight transfer to the pelvis, significantly improving comfort on long hikes.

3. How do CiLAO backpacks incorporate the technical features required for ski touring?

Technicality is an essential guideline in the design of CiLAO backpacks, notably through their lightness and intuitive functionality. They are designed to be uncluttered, with only the essentials. What's more, they incorporate versatile carrying systems for skis (diagonal, side or front) as well as splitboards/snowboards (A-binding, vertical carry). The ice axe holders are also designed for easy handling, even when wearing gloves.

4. How does CiLAO ensure the durability and reliability of its ski touring backpacks?

To ensure the durability and reliability of its range of ski touring backpacks, CiLAO has opted for a targeted lightening approach, placing reinforcements only where necessary. The areas most exposed to external friction or ski carrying, such as the front, bottom and sides of the bag, are reinforced and lined with a robust 500 denier high-density polyamide fabric, offering greater resistance to abrasion.

5. Are there accessory options for CiLAO backpacks?

Yes, CiLAO backpacks can be accessorized with complementary options. These include the "ZIPPED POCKET", a removable zipped pouch available in various sizes that attaches to the bag's waistband. Additional straps such as the "CLIP STRAP" and "FIX STRAP" allow you to attach various items of equipment (ropes, crampons, ground mats, helmets) using the strap rings on the bag. A rain cover ("RAINCOVER ULTRA LIGHT") is also available.

6. Apart from ski touring, what other types of equipment does CiLAO offer?

In addition to ski touring equipment, CiLAO offers a wide range of products for other activities and worlds. This includes equipment for mountaineering, hiking and trekking, major expeditions, and even urban use with specialized bags.

CiLAO also offers equipment for adventure parks (lanyards, harnesses, pulleys, carabiners, helmets), professional equipment (work harnesses, lanyards, tarpaulin bags, energy absorbers) and equipment maintenance products. CiLAO also offers lanyards and rings, operator bags, and various accessories such as gloves and rope.

7. Where can I find further information, help or contact CiLAO?

For further information or help, there are several resources available. The CiLAO website has a “USEFUL INFORMATION” section including FAQs, service and repair information, a backpack size guide, and a contact page. Blog posts are also available for advice. It is also possible to contact CiLAO directly via the contact page to ask questions about equipment selection.

Your ready-to-use ski touring equipment.

Do you dream of conquering the summits in total freedom? Discover our complete range of ski touring equipment. Dedicated to both mountain enthusiasts and those who demand performance, lightness and safety. In our range, you'll find ski touring sets, made-in-France backpacks, airbags, technical ice axes, Alain poles, ski racks, helmet carriers and other accessories.

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WEARING COMFORT - TOTAL FREEDOM

For total symbiosis on the way up and on the way down, a combination of three technologies comes into play: the permanent fit of the MOOV® waistbelt on the hips, the double-stranded® shoulder straps and the ergonomic back adapted to the hiker's stature.

These patented technologies ensure better weight transfer to the pelvis, for greater wearing comfort.

TECHNICITY

Lightness is the guiding principle behind the design of CiLAO backpacks. They are designed to be intuitive and functional to use. With nothing superfluous, they contain only the essentials.

Ski racks & snowboard racks

MAÏDO bags are available in all ski-carrying configurations: diagonal, lateral or frontal.

For splitboard and snowboard touring: A-shaped split-ski binding system and vertical snowboard carrying system.

Ice axe holders

Ice axe holders are compatible with all models, making them easy to handle even when wearing gloves.

DURABILITY - RELIABILITY

For the ski touring range, CiLAO has chosen to lighten its backpacks by placing reinforcements only where they are needed.

All parts exposed to external friction or ski carrying - the front, bottom and sides of the bag - have been reinforced and lined with a sturdy, abrasion-resistant fabric (500 denier high-density polyamide).

OPTIONS

Belt pocket: ZIPPED POCKET

Available in 3 sizes, this removable zipped pocket attaches to the belt of CiLAO backpacks via a velcro system.

Additional straps: CLIP STRAP & FIX STRAP

You can accessorize your bag with various strap rings and complementary products: CLIP STRAP and FIX STRAP.

These two products, sold separately, can be used to attach various types of equipment to the bags: ropes, crampons, ground mats, helmets, etc.

Rain cover: RAINCOVER ULTRA LIGHT

The additional RAINCOVER ULTRALIGHT accessory is an ultra-light, compact rain cover that ensures your bag remains watertight over time.