Although skins can fail, there are steps you can take to fix them. One common issue is the skin coming off while hiking, especially on steep slopes or due to large temperature fluctuations or snow and water getting between the base and glue. Here's what you can do to remedy the situation:
Dry the skin either indoors, on your body, or in another dry location.
Ensure that the adhesive is clean and free of dirt, snow, ice, and water.
Heat the skin by keeping it in your jacket, holding it in your hand, or placing it indoors. The warmth should help the glue become sticky again.
Use a spare skin if you have one. It's always a good idea to bring extra skins on a tour.
In the worst-case scenario, you can improvise with tape or a tight strap until you return to your tent or cabin.
If your skin is worn out, applying new glue can give it a new lease of life.