Ski Reviews

If you have your sights set on long backcountry tours even during low tide, this ski may be just the ticket

This wider all-mountain ski can cut through crud and carve up groomers

A bomber all-mountain ski tailor-made for hard-chargers

Super-stable planks for strong skiers who know how to steer a ski

These playful planks were designed for skiers of the mountain west

If you like playful powder planks (who doesn’t), check out this energetic ski

It’s got race heritage, but it’s much more accessible than you’d think

This lightweight free-touring ski with a moderate waist is for ladies who charge technical lines

An easy-turning frontside tool that will help all skiers level up

These playful sticks are down to show you a good time all over the mountain

Glen Plake’s first ever signature model is a backcountry tool that skis like Glen Pake

The e-Titan is a groomer ski with a one-track mind: to slice and dice hardpack

Testers once again designated the Enforcer 100 as the benchmark ski of the all-mountain category

No women’s powder ski list would be complete without this perennial favorite

Allow us to introduce you to this stealthy backcountry player

It’s built for deep snow, but you’d be surprised by its versatility

This new addition to the all-mountain category impressed with its balance of skills

A ski made for the playful pow slasher

This fast and light backcountry ski doesn’t skimp on downhill performance

Introducing the top-rated women’s all-mountain ski of the year

It’s like the Enforcer, but way more fun

This perennial favorite didn’t win any awards this year, but testers still love it for its backbone and dependability

This year’s most playful wide all-mountain ski also eats crud for breakfast

If it’s deep, this ski will float your boat

If you gravitate towards a damp, stiff ski for backcountry adventures, this is your stick

A powder ski that floats like a butterfly, stings like a bee

This powder ski for ladies is as playful as it is pretty

If you’re looking for an all-mountain ski that can also carve up a storm, look no further

The Ranger 96 is an approachable and fun do-it-all ski

A powder ski with a versatile waist width to tackle the snow you get instead of the snow you want

A dialed groomer ski that excels in short to medium turns

It’s not a backcountry powder plank, but it sure is quick in steep, technical terrain

A backcountry stick for those who gravitate towards directional skis

When it’s soft and light in the backcountry, reach for these playful planks

Not just for carving, this all-mountain ski can do it all

A beefy ski with stability and power for strong intermediates and up

Allow us to introduce you to this scrappy brand and its supremely fun all-mountain ski

A ski that likes to stay on-piste for skiers who like to do the same

This new powder ski from Faction is for hard-chargers who don’t shy away from the steep and deep

If you’re looking for an all-mountain ski to do it all, and do it all really well, this is your ticket to ride

Don’t let the pretty top sheet fool you—this all-mountain tool means business, especially in the crud

Featuring a slim waist and lightweight construction, this backcountry ski is for those who need quick sticks to tackle big, technical terrain

If you like to go fast in crud and variable terrain on powder days, you’d probably give the Nordica Enforcer 110 top marks.

Despite the hardcore name and top sheets, the Faction Dictator 2.0 is a surprisingly forgiving, playful, and fun ski.

All-black, all-speed, and all-mountain. The Elan Ripstick 96 Black Edition is back for 2022 and it comes with QuadRod technology.

Skinny, blue, and incredibly powerful, the Black Crows Mentis Freebird is an ideal option for long uphills.

Super lightweight, great for skiing the steeps, and reasonably priced? The Dynafit Blacklight 95 checks all the boxes.

This Swiss ski brand is making some waves in the North American backcountry ski scene, and, with lightweight skis like this one, it's easy to see why.

The DPS Pagoda Tour 106 C2 is made with foam in the core, but it's also made to be super fun on the down. Here's why.

This beefy backcountry ski is made for skiers who want to go fast down the mountain, and don't mind hauling a little extra weight up for it.

The brand is known for making snowboards, but the fat backcountry-specific planks are fun for skiers, too.

The Utah-based company built a super-fat backcountry ski for earning your turns in powder. Here's how it skis.

Intermediates looking to get off the groomed would do well to consider the Dynastar M-Pro 99 W.

Like to bop around in the bumps? Allow us to introduce you to these cute shorties.

Testers agreed that the Wildcat 82 C would make a great all-mountain tool for beginners and intermediates.

Designed primarily for the frontside, the Wild Belle 78 CA will impress intermediates and advanced skiers alike.

Those looking for a wider ski to get off the groomed and into the bumps, trees, and crud will appreciate the QST Stella’s versatility.

The Ripstick 102 W skis more like a wide race ski than a fatter all-mountain stick.

This ski surprised testers who poo-pooed Black Diamond’s credibility in the resort ski arena.

No one should call it quits when the refills are free.

Testers couldn’t say enough about this ski’s poppy and energetic personality.

“Easy to engage, easy to release, easy to ski.”

A great option for someone getting into the sport but wants a ski that can take them to the next level and beyond.

“An amusement park with bindings.”

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