Atomic Backland

At 107mm underfoot, this ski is designed primarily for deep snow and backcountry touring. While it can handle resort groomers, it will feel sluggish edge-to-edge compared to a narrower, dedicated carving ski.

The full-length carbon stringer adds a lively, snappy feel to the ski without the weight penalty of metal laminates. It provides the energy needed to pop out of turns and helps dampen vibrations when you encounter variable, chattery snow.

The HRZN Tech shovel increases the surface area at the tip of the ski, which helps it plane on top of deep powder rather than diving into it. This design makes the ski feel more intuitive and floaty in soft, untracked snow.

Yes, the Dura-cap sidewall construction is specifically engineered to resist the dents and dings that come with backcountry exploration. It offers a good balance of impact resistance while keeping the overall weight low for efficient climbing.

It is designed to do both well. The lightweight wood core makes it efficient on the skin track, while the carbon reinforcement and wider waist provide the stability and confidence required for charging steep, technical lines on the descent.