The Scout 143cm ski with Durasurf 4001 Sintered base is a nimble, high-flotation winter mobility tool that aptly occupies the void between traditional long skis and snowshoes. The Scout, paired with the Patrol Military Soft Boot Binding, has a much shorter learning curve than a traditional long ski. It also allows for downhill and flat gliding, resulting in far more expedient movement with less energy expenditure by the user when compared to snowshoeing. Despite the shorter platforms, these hearty skis can carry big loads with their extra girthy 105mm under-foot width.