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Absolut Race skis put to the test – the racing machine for the ambitious. Built brutally stiff for true muscle-bound skiers with racing ambitions, this delivers maximum carving fun on hard, icy pistes, but only with flawless technique and peak physical fitness, since the ultra-sporty setup drains your thighs fast. Always full...

Allmountain skis put to the test – the all-rounder for skiers who want fun in every condition. The SUV of the ski world, with a sporty build and softer tuning that stays energy-efficient off-piste and in warmer spring slush alike, making it a top companion for the whole skiing holiday, whatever the season throws at it, though very...

Allpiste skis put to the test – the all-rounder for all piste conditions. Slightly wider than GS and SL models, these sporty skis grip hard pistes with confidence in the morning and plough effortlessly through soft, rutted snow by afternoon, delighting competitive and leisure skiers alike all winter long, right through to sunny...

Freeride skis put to the test – the all-rounder for every type of snow. Combining a wide waist with sporty construction, these skis stay surprisingly capable on-piste while truly coming alive in deep powder, offering stability, float and a reliable, versatile partner for cruising the backcountry all day long, though fast carving...

Performance skis put to the test – the versatile everyday ski for everyone. Forgiving and easier to handle than Sport Performance models, yet built with high-quality construction and a secure feel, these skis master every turn effortlessly and turn lively the moment you let go of the handbrake. A confidence-boosting companion in...

Race skis put to the test – the speed machines for experts. Whether giant slalom, multi-turn or slalom, these carvers thunder down slopes with total control, razor-sharp edge grip and maximum stability on hard, grippy pistes. Excellent technique, strength and stamina are mandatory, since these skis are definitely not suited to...

Specials skis put to the test – standout models that don't fit neatly into any single category. From unique constructions to niche-focused builds, limited editions and boundary-pushing designs, these skis do bring something distinctive to the line-up for skiers looking for individuality and character on the slopes this season...

Sport Performance skis put to the test – the moderate racer for carving enthusiasts. Premium technology on par with Race models, but softer tuned, more forgiving and versatile, letting technically skilled carvers enjoy extreme lean angles across long days on the slopes without draining all the strength from their legs. A race...

Woman Allmountain skis put to the test – the all-rounder for maximum enjoyment in every condition. Built with a sporty women's construction and softer tuning, these SUV-like skis handle off-piste adventures and warm, slushy snow with equal ease all season long, without ever leaving riders struggling or exhausted, though very hard...

Woman Allpiste skis put to the test – a versatile all-rounder for all conditions. With a slightly wider waist than WSP skis, these rarely reach their limits: strong edge grip on hard pistes in early winter, effortless ploughing through soft, rutted snow come Easter, and maximum skiing enjoyment for competitive and leisure skiers...

Woman Performance skis put to the test – stress-free companions for every day. Forgiving and designed specifically for the female physique, these skis favour comfort and enjoyment over outright speed, initiating turns easily so beginners and intermediates alike can develop their skills at a relaxed, confident pace on any slope...

Woman Sport Performance skis put to the test – the women's ski with racing DNA. Shaped and mounted specifically for female needs, with a softer flex than unisex models, these skis handle high speeds brilliantly across every turn radius and style while sparing your legs the effort. Ideal for sporty women who want to let rip now and...