The best Backcountry Skis of 2024

With the new skis proposed for the 23/24 season, lightness and simplicity are put in the foreground to allow you to get as high as possible with the most technical materials ever! Performance, safety, power: live your most challenging uphills with lightness and have fun on downhills, discovering new emotions: we guarantee adrenaline and pure amazement.

 

The most advanced technologies combined with innovative solutions have led to new lines of products designed to reach every peak with maximum comfort. Eco-friendly materials and state-of-the-art constructions have also reduced CO2 emissions for these new models, which are effecient and reliable in every aspect.

 

Let’s discover together the new selection of ski mountaineering skis forthis new skiing season!

 

LIGHT CATEGORY

 

Atomic Backland 89SL - !new 2024!

 

Size: 162 - 169 - 176* - 183

Sidecut: 124/90/112

Radius: 17,4

Weight Single Piece: 1220gr

 

 

With the Backland 89 SL of Atomic we find a pair of skis particularly versatile and suitable for everyone, emblematic of the all-terrain family. If compared to the previous model we can find the main changes in the materials used and in the tip structure, two adjustements that have led to an even lighter version and with a lower environmental impact. The front has an enlarged surface thanks to a new three-dimensional beveled tip that allows you to float much better on fresh snow and, more generally, to be at ease in any situation of variable snow. Besides making the downhill smoother and more stable thanks to a carbon back insert, the Atomic Backland  89SL are also the ideal ski touring ski for their uphill efficiency. 

 

 

Dynastar M Tour 85 - !new 2024!

 

Size: 150 - 160 - 170* - 180

Sidecut: 120/84/110

Radius: 14

Weight Single Piece: 1200gr

 

 

The Dynastar M Tour 85 is designed for backcountry and free-touring, combining in a particularly lightweight model the properties of strength and handling that meet the needs of many skiers. The M Tour 85 adapts to many different types of snow, ensuring you control and agility both on fresh snow and hard snow. They are perfect for an intermediate or advanced skier looking for excellent performance within the touring world and eager to live new adventures.

 

 

Dynastar M-Vertical 82 - !new 2024!

 

Size: 154 - 162 - 170* - 178

Sidecut: 114/82/102

Radius: 20

Weight Single Piece: 1250gr

 

 

Touring ski ideal for skiers of all levels, the M_Vertical 82 open are the concrete example of mountaineering 50/50 skis: characterized by straight sidewalls and 3D profile, they ensure safety and stability on every terrain. Suitable for advanced and experienced freetouring enthusiasts, it offers equal performance in the ascents and descents combining them in a final product of character and aggressive on hard snow. The ski is meeant to be your loyal companion both on tours and races of multiples days.

 

 

Elan Ripstick Tour 88 !New 2024!

 

Size: 156 - 163 - 170* - 177 - 184

Sidecut: 130/88/105

Radius: 15,4

Weight Single Piece: 1445gr

 

 

"Touring without compromise" is the main use of the new Elan Ripstick Tour 88, able to summarize the best features of this type of skiing. Light but sturdy, fast but stable: the Ripstick Tours represent the best synergy between the different components of a ski mountaineering ski. A compromise between downhill stability and uphill handling that adapts to mixed terrain and that is particularly appreciated by intermediate and advanced skiers. 

 

 

SKI TRAB Magico.2 - !new 2024!

 

Size 157 - 164 - 171* - 178 

Sidecut: 118/85/104

Radius: 21,1

Weight Single Piece: 1055gr

 

 

Excitement and fun were the goals of the evolution of the Ski Trab Magico,2, a model already exceptional and characterized by a 14-layer construction that has now become even faster and more stable, especially in downhills. The Magico.2 are powerful, among the most suitable ski models for the new generation that seeks the maximum in downhills, without sacrificing anything when going uphills.

 

 

Salomon MTN 80 Carbon

 

Size: 158 - 164 - 170*

Sidecut: 115/80/101

Radius: 18

Weight Single Piece: 980gr

 

 

They are the lightest skis of the Salomon touring line, no doubt dedicated to experienced ski mountaineers with a lor of spirit of adventure and who are looking for exploration in the mountains. An essential line and a minimalist structure have allowed Salomon to reach the weight of 980 grams that guarantees safe carving performances on any type of slopes or snow, regardless of the speed with which you dare facing them.

 

 

TOURING CATEGORY

 

Atomic Backland 95 - !new 2024!

 

Size: 161 - 169 - 177* - 185

Sidecut: 128/95/116

Radius: 18

Weight Single Piece: 1370gr

 



We take up the first model proposed in our selection, but in an all-round version, ideal for Touring; indeed it is stiff enough to ensure safely even in the steepest downhills on hard snow. Compared to the Backland 86, the 95 model is more responsive and it has a more decisive character on any type of snow; on the other hand, however, it is built with the same three-dimensional tip beveled to float on fresh snow and it is designed for skiers with advanced to expert level.

 

 

Elan Ripstick Tour 94 - !new 2024!

 

Size: 164 - 171 - 178* - 185

Sidecut: 129/94/109

Radius: 17,4

Weight Single Piece: 1490gr

 



The Risptick Tour 94 are not afraid of long ascents, freeride downhills and challenging descents: it is on mixed and hard snow that they can express all their potential. Their downhill capability is the exceptional combination of edge grip and flotation, and both the turn entry and exit are fluid and versatile. Thanks to the construction with Carbon Bridge technology they are also particularly lightweight and suitable for the best performance. Make sure you have the most fun with the Elan Ripstick Tour 94.

 

 

Kastle TX 93 UP !new 2024!

 

Size: 154 - 162 - 170* . 178 - 186

Sidecut: 129/93/115

Radius: 15,1

Weight Single Piece: 1490gr

 

 

Control and handling are the winning features of the Kastle TX93 up, a model dedicated to all those skiers who are at their first experiences with Touring. The flexibility of the structure is balanced by a stiffness in the twisting phase that gives security on any type of snow and increases its resistance over time.

 



Blackcrows Camox Freebird

 

Size: 157 - 164 - 171* - 178 - 183 - 188

Sidecut: 134/95/113

Radius: 17

Weight Single Piece: 1425gr

 

 

If you are looking for a ski suitable for everyone, giving priority to the pleasure of skiing over performance, the Camox Freebird by Blackcrows are the right model for you. In this new version you will find greater flexibility and softness, which will make the downhill experience even more enjoyable. Balanced and stable, they are perfect for those looking for fun and adventure with all conditions.

 

 

Blackcrows Orb Freebirds

 

Size: 155 - 161 - 167 - 173* - 179 - 184

Sidecut: 126/90/111

Radius: 18

Weight Single Piece: 1350gr

 

 

The Orb Freebirds by Blackcrows are a great touring classic skis and they offer comfort and excellent skiing experience at every level. They represent a rather soft model, designed in every detail to give you a dynamic skiing and with an impeccable gripl. The Orb Freebrids are a certainty: light and safe, they are reliable, performing and stable with both fresh and frozen snow. 

 

 

Salomon MTN96 Carbon

 

Size: 166 - 174 - 182

Sidecut: 129/96/115

Radius: 18

Weight Single Piece: 1390gr

 

 

Salomon MTN96 Carbon where born from the union of the strengths of the Salomon MTN 95 with a new carbon structure that makes them lighter. Their low-weight feature makes them perfect for ski touring, while remaining an excellent tool for free touring thanks to the width that remains unchanged compared to the previous model. The excellent grip on the groomed snow is also reflected in more challenging situations such as snow and ice couloirs, while the ease of floating given by the rocker on the tip guarantees excellent performance and handling even on fresh snow. Designed for climbers who carve with confidence.