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Salomon QST 106 (2025)
Overview
Introducing the Salomon QST 106 for 2025, a freeride ski that stands in a league of its own, setting new standards for intuitive performance in soft snow and technical terrain. This innovative ski is engineered to provide advanced to expert skiers with an unparalleled blend of responsiveness and capability in challenging off-piste conditions. The QST 106 exemplifies Salomon's commitment to pushing the boundaries of freeride ski design, offering a tool that elevates the skiing experience for those who seek adventure beyond the groomed runs.
Key Features
Profile and Rocker
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Rocker/Camber/Rocker Profile:
- Optimizes versatility across various snow conditions and terrain types
- Enhances float and maneuverability in soft snow while maintaining stability
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Freeride Profile:
- Salomon's specialized profile design for optimal freeride performance
- Balances floatation, stability, and edge grip for diverse off-piste conditions
Core Construction
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Poplar Wood Core:
- Provides a responsive and durable foundation
- Offers an excellent balance of strength, flex, and energy transmission
Materials and Technology
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[C/Fx] Carbon/Flax:
- Innovative combination of carbon and flax fibers for enhanced performance
- Carbon provides strength and responsiveness, while flax adds dampening properties
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Cork Damplifier:
- Cork inserts reduce vibrations for a smoother, more controlled ride
- Improves stability and reduces fatigue in variable snow conditions
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Double Sidewalls Technology:
- Enhances edge grip and power transmission
- Improves durability and overall performance in demanding terrain
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Sintered Base:
- High-quality sintered base material for excellent glide and durability
- Provides superior wax absorption for consistent performance across varying snow conditions
Technical Specifications
Specification | Detail |
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Sidecut | 139/106/126 mm @ 181 cm |
Radius | 19 m @ 181 cm |
Profile | Rocker/Camber/Rocker |
Core | Poplar Wood |
Weight | 1980 g per pair |
Ability Level | Advanced to Expert |
Performance Characteristics
- Intuitive Handling: Designed for natural, instinctive control in varied conditions
- Soft Snow Excellence: 106mm waist and rocker profile provide exceptional float and maneuverability
- Technical Terrain Mastery: Balanced construction allows confident navigation of challenging slopes
- Stability: Carbon/Flax blend and Cork Damplifier ensure a smooth, controlled ride
- Responsiveness: Poplar core and carbon reinforcement deliver quick, precise turns
- Versatility: Excels in soft snow while maintaining capability on firmer surfaces
Ideal Terrain
The Salomon QST 106 (2025) is designed to excel in:
- Powder Fields: Superior float and agility in deep, soft snow
- Technical Chutes: Confident handling in steep, narrow terrain
- Variable Off-Piste Conditions: Adaptable performance in changing backcountry snow
- Tree Runs: Nimble enough for quick turns in tight spaces
- Soft Groomers: Capable of laying down turns when transitioning between off-piste areas
- Backcountry Exploration: Ideal for those who seek untracked snow and natural terrain
Target Skier
The Salomon QST 106 (2025) is perfect for:
- Advanced to expert level skiers
- Freeride enthusiasts who prioritize off-piste performance
- Skiers who frequently encounter soft snow and technical terrain
- Those who value intuitive handling in challenging conditions
- Adventure seekers looking to push their limits in the backcountry
- Riders who demand high performance without sacrificing ease of use
The Salomon QST 106 (2025) represents the pinnacle of freeride ski design, offering an unmatched combination of intuitive handling and high performance in soft snow and technical terrain. It caters to skiers who seek to push the boundaries of their off-piste adventures, providing a ski that instinctively responds to the challenges of varied and demanding conditions. Salomon's innovative construction and thoughtful integration of advanced technologies ensure that the QST 106 delivers a ride that is both incredibly capable and remarkably easy to manage.
Whether you're floating through untouched powder fields, navigating tight chutes, or adapting to variable backcountry conditions, the QST 106 provides the perfect blend of float, agility, and stability to elevate your freeride experience. This ski embodies Salomon's commitment to empowering skiers to explore beyond boundaries, setting a new standard for 2025 in the realm of intuitive, high-performance freeride skis that truly excel in the most challenging off-piste environments.