BelleTour - 22/23 Factory Blems
VERSATILE STABILITY
"Absolutely rails big-radius, high-speed turns." - Backcountry Magazine
Factory blemishes, or what we prefer to call them, birthmarks, are largely due to cosmetic imperfections, such as a shifted top sheet, a dimple in the top sheet or a screen print artwork issue. These minor imperfections do not hinder the performance or integrity of the ski or board. We back the warranty on these just as we would on any production A-grade ski or board. All factory blemishes are listed at a significant discount below retail price based on the issue and model year. Explanations are available upon request.
The BelleTour was developed for high peaks, long walks, epic lines, pillow popping, and everything in between. The first-ever implementation of Algal Core and Algal Wall in a split board provides symbiosis between you and your pursuits. A wider waist, slight swallowtail, and snappy sidecut integrate to create a shape that floats and planes as well as it pivots. Designed to optimize stiffness and performance for both touring and descending, you’re tagging lines no matter the conditions.
The BelleTour’s core profile differs from that of the BelleAire, with an increase in thickness approaching the waist of the board, which gives the board a stiffer, evenly distributed, and supportive feel when touring, especially when breaking trail. While riding your favorite line, this increase in waist stiffness avoids the soft, vague feel that typically plagues splitboard designs that are simply the result of cutting a solid in half. The end result is a split destined for long days of human-powered access, yet rides just like its solid sibling when it comes time to drop.
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