Touring Skis Tested
350 skis tested · 3 test classes · 33 brands
Weight, anti-icing and riding performance on hard snow, in powder, corn and tracked snow – weighted per test class and summarised in total points.
90–100 mm · 2026/27
KÄSTLE TX94 UP
72.61 / 100 total points
93 mm waist · 1557 g · 163–186 cm
The TX94 UP is a successful all-rounder with a good price and performance ratio, which is convincing in all conditions, easy to turn and forgives mistakes.
699.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
SALOMON QST 106
72.57 / 100 total points
116 mm waist · 1753 g · 157–189 cm
Balanced, it offers fun in all circumstances. Experienced riders will appreciate the stability and smoothness at higher speeds.
700.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
ZAG SKIS UBAC 102
72.39 / 100 total points
101.8 mm waist · 1574 g · 168–188 cm
One of the positive surprises in the test. The ski is light, harmoniously tuned and delivers solidly in all conditions. Great choice for both women and men.
849.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
DYNASTAR M Tour 100
72.17 / 100 total points
99.3 mm waist · 1444 g · 162–186 cm
Convincing with its weight and balanced tuning with preferences for more speed and larger radii. Very good value for money.
690.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
BLACK CROWS Navis Freebird
71.87 / 100 total points
104 mm waist · 1526 g · 165–186 cm
Lightweight at 0.77 g / cm2, it offers balanced handling in all conditions. Good choice for experienced people who weigh more than 75 kg.
899.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
HEAD Crux Pro 99
71.82 / 100 total points
98.5 mm waist · 1296 g · 163–184 cm
At 0.69 grams / cm2, it is one of the lightest all-rounders in the test. The handling characteristics are well-balanced, and the tuning is aimed at experienced riders weighing 75 kg.
850.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
DYNASTAR M Tour 94
71.48 / 100 total points
93 mm waist · 1431 g · 160–186 cm
The M Tour 94 by Dynastar impresses with its weight and a balanced set-up. Best value for money in the all-rounder class.
550.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
BLACK CROWS Draco Freebird
71.41 / 100 total points
110 mm waist · 1719 g · 175–189 cm
Plays out its strengths at long radii and higher speeds. For heavier riders with experience, the Draco will regularly put a smile on your face.
999.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
KÄSTLE TX 107
71.40 / 100 total points
102.5 mm waist · 1605 g · 171–185 cm
Rather harder tuned and requires an active skiing style, especially in harsh conditions. The ski is light and offers a lot of potential in experienced hands. This category in euros: as of June 2026
899.00 € RRP
80–90 mm · 2026/27
STÖCKLI Edge TR
71.37 / 100 total points
88 mm waist · 1531 g · 158–178 cm
An alpine ski that combines a lot of potential in all conditions and will appeal to particularly experienced skiers and riders over 70 kg. Unfortunately not a lightweight.
1199.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
ELAN Ripstick 102
71.12 / 100 total points
101.5 mm waist · 1775 g · 161–189 cm
Needs an accurate skiing style, especially in harsh conditions, to reach its potential and is convinced in experienced hands. Fair price. / Details of lengths and waist in cm
749.95 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
ARMADA Locator 104
71.07 / 100 total points
103.2 mm waist · 1403 g · 162–186 cm
Very light, easy to turn, playful to drive and inexpensive. With its soft tuning, it's a good choice for anyone under 75kg. Requires an experienced hand in turbulent conditions.
699.95 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
SALOMON MTN 91 Carbon
70.87 / 100 total points
90 mm waist · 1291 g · 150–182 cm
The ski scores points with great weight and balanced handling characteristics in all conditions and a great price and performance ratio.
700.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
BLACK CROWS ORB Freebird
70.79 / 100 total points
93 mm waist · 1404 g · 161–183 cm
The Orb Freebird by Black Crows is an absolutely solid ski that has hardly any weaknesses, just like you would wish for an all-rounder – calm and versatile.
759.00 € RRP
80–90 mm · 2026/27
BLACK CROWS Mentis Freebird
70.07 / 100 total points
78.3 mm waist · 1057 g · 157–178 cm
A top weight of 0.66 grams / cm2. Lively and playful in all conditions and at low speeds. Soft tuning for riders under 70 kg.
899.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
K2 Wayback 98
69.99 / 100 total points
97 mm waist · 1411 g · 165–186 cm
At 0.72 grams / cm2, the Wayback 98 from K2 is very light, and for men it's more of a soft and good-natured ride. Good all-rounder for easier beginners to ski touring.
700.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
ARMADA Locator 96
69.96 / 100 total points
95.5 mm waist · 1345 g · 157–185 cm
It is particularly convincing due to its weight, its balanced handling characteristics and its excellent price-performance ratio. Smoother tuned for lighter riders.
649.95 € RRP
80–90 mm · 2026/27
DYNASTAR M Vertical 88
69.95 / 100 total points
87.5 mm waist · 1238 g · 156–180 cm
The M Vertical 88 from Dynastar rotates easily and is agile. In harsh conditions, the ski needs an accurate riding style and with more speed, full attention.
730.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
BLIZZARD Zero G 105
69.69 / 100 total points
109 mm waist · 1593 g · 164–188 cm
Lightweight, harmoniously tuned and uncomplicated to ride. It delivers in all conditions and is a good choice for beginners in the class over 100 mm wide.
850.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
HEAD Crux 105 Pro
69.67 / 100 total points
101.5 mm waist · 1316 g · 170–184 cm
Lightest downhill-oriented ski in the test. Lively, agile and forgiving of mistakes. A great choice for light beginners who prefer shorter turns.
900.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
SALOMON QST X
69.44 / 100 total points
99 mm waist · 1967 g · 178–192 cm
At 0.99 grams / cm2, the QST X is not a lightweight, but offers excellent handling characteristics with strengths in firn, powder snow and in rough terrain.
850.00 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2026/27
ELAN Ripstick Tour 104
68.65 / 100 total points
103.3 mm waist · 1661 g · 173–187 cm
Sturdy ski that wants and needs to be actively ridden. Good choice for anyone with previous experience who prefers long radii and likes to push the accelerator pedal.
749.95 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2026/27
NORDICA Unlimited DC
68.61 / 100 total points
93.5 mm waist · 1429 g · 161–185 cm
The waist changes with the length of the ski. An all-round harmonious system that does not drop anywhere, but also does not surpass with strength in harsh conditions.
700.00 € RRP
80–90 mm · 2026/27
ELAN Ripstick Tour 88 W
68.52 / 100 total points
88 mm waist · 1182 g · 148–170 cm
The Ripstick Tour 88 W scores with a good weight and an excellent price/performance ratio. More softly tuned, lighter women will appreciate the ski.
599.95 € RRP