How to Choose Downhill Skis

Made to shine on tight terrain, these Salomon skis with bindings are perfect for shredders. They blend freeride-inspired tips with all-mountain-inspired tails for the best of both worlds.
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| Best Use | Downhill Skiing |
|---|---|
| Ski Terrain | Groomed and powder |
| Tip Width | 152 CM: 125 millimeters 160 CM: 126 millimeters |
| Waist Width | 92 millimeters |
| Tail Width | 152 CM: 113 millimeters 160 CM: 114 millimeters |
| Sidecut Radius | 152 CM: 12 meters 160 CM: 13 meters |
| Ski Camber | Tip and Tail Rocker |
| Tail Type | Partial Twin |
| Core | Poplar Woodcore |
| Bindings Included | Yes |
| Boot Sole Compatibility | Alpine (ISO 5355) and GripWalk (ISO 23223) |
| Lowest DIN | 3.5 |
| Highest DIN | 11 |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Weight (Pair) | 152 CM: 11 lbs. 1.6 oz. 160 CM: 11 lbs. 9.6 oz. |
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I have been skiing primarily in the mid-west for the last 30 years but moved to Colorado in 2024. After the 2024/2025 ski season, I knew that my 10 year old Rossignols needed replacement. I replaced them this year with the QST 92 skies which were the widest ski I had ever been on. This ski was advertised as best for Intermediates. In my youth I skied the backcountry steeps, at my age of 71 and less than ideal physical condition, thought the ski fit my current situation as well as mellower approach to skiing. After 3-days of skiing them I have to say that I did not choose poorly. Granted, all the runs were on groomed green or blue runs, these skis rock. Light and playful but stable. Handles ice well. Found I was much more aggressive than imagined. I felt totally in control unlike last year on my old familiar gear.
13yr old first ski, and transitioning from rentals to these was no problem and enjoyed how they handled on the fresh snow/pow in June mountain. Variable bindings are great to allow for growing!