Salomon MTN

This ski is built for backcountry touring. Its lightweight construction and uphill efficiency are optimized for skinning, though the sandwich sidewall and dampening technology provide enough stability to handle resort laps comfortably.

The 95mm waist is a versatile sweet spot. It provides enough surface area for flotation in soft snow and powder, while remaining narrow enough to roll edge-to-edge quickly on firm or variable backcountry snow.

Cork is integrated into the tip to absorb high-frequency vibrations. This helps quiet the ski down when you are moving fast through choppy or crusty snow, preventing the chatter often found in lightweight touring skis.

Not at all. While the rocker helps with turn initiation and flotation in soft snow, the full sandwich sidewall construction ensures you still get reliable edge grip and power transmission when you need to carve on firmer terrain.

Karuba is a lightweight wood that keeps the overall weight down for easier climbing. Despite its low weight, it maintains a snappy, responsive feel that gives the ski energy and pop during your descent.

If you prioritize maneuverability in tight trees or technical couloirs, size down. If you prefer stability at speed and extra float in deep snow, size up.