DPS Carbon Lotus

While the 117mm waist is designed specifically for deep snow floatation, the full carbon construction and dampening sidewalls provide enough stability to handle variable backcountry conditions. However, this is a specialized powder tool, so it will feel less precise on hardpack or icy groomers compared to an all-mountain ski.

The full carbon laminate provides a high stiffness-to-weight ratio, which keeps the ski light for ascents while offering the rigidity needed to charge through heavy or tracked-out snow. It delivers a snappy, energetic feel that helps you initiate turns quickly in deep terrain.

No, the Carbon Lotus is built for expert skiers. Its stiff flex rating and 21-meter turn radius require strong technique and aggressive input to control, especially in demanding backcountry terrain.

Beyond being a more sustainable material choice, the algae-based sidewalls are engineered for excellent vibration dampening. This helps absorb chatter and impacts, creating a smoother, more composed ride when you are skiing at speed.

The flat tail provides a more traditional, locked-in feel at the end of a turn compared to a twin-tip. This design offers better stability and power when exiting turns in steep or technical terrain, which is ideal for backcountry charging.