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It grips well and has enough confidence to lay down some carves on more firm snow. It's not the most powerful ski, so you may be able to find a speed limit if you're really bombing down a groomer. Off-trail, the ski is plenty powerful for hard-charging and eats up chatter very quietly. A lot of skis in this category can feel one-dimensional; awesome when the snow is deep and ropes are dropped but lack when conditions don't line up, the Ripstick is not one of those skis. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elan","offers":[{"title":"168","offer_id":42679811965007,"sku":"46626754865007","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"175","offer_id":42679811997775,"sku":"46626754997775","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"182","offer_id":42679812030543,"sku":"46626755030543","price":674.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"189","offer_id":42679812063311,"sku":"46626755163311","price":584.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/7046\/0495\/files\/elan-ripstick-108-skis-2026-the-ski-monster.png?v=1780658667"},{"product_id":"atomic-bent-chetler-120","title":"Atomic Bent Chetler 120 Skis 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Atomic Bent Chetler 120 is a Ski Monster tester favorite for powder skis. Year after year, this is one of the most sought-after skis for people looking for a ski for deep days, and every skier should have a powder ski in the quiver. Last year, we got an update to improve maneuverability and turn initiation that makes this generation of the Bent a little more well-rounded than its predecessor.  Why is the Bent Chetler 120 so popular amongst powder hounds? It does everything you want a powder ski to do while maintaining solid all-mountain characteristics if the powder day isn't as deep as you expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bent 120 floats effortlessly, has a quick and agile feel through tight terrain, and offers just enough of a solid, confident feel at speed and over some tracked-out terrain that you won't feel nervous. We are generally impressed with how well these skis hold up over firm terrain, considering how wide, playful, and nimble the skis are.  The Bent 120 also has a relatively forgiving flex pattern which is great for more playful, freestyle-oriented skiers or less experienced skiers who don't have perfect skiing form. These skis can be pushed pretty hard for a lighter-weight powder ski but they certainly don't need to be pushed hard to access the performance they have to offer. Happy sending to all, and to all a great powder day. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atomic","offers":[{"title":"176","offer_id":42792852652111,"sku":"85000383452111","price":679.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"184","offer_id":42792852684879,"sku":"85000383584879","price":679.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"192","offer_id":42792852717647,"sku":"85000383617647","price":594.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/7046\/0495\/files\/ATOMIC-BENT-120-2026-THE-SKI-MONSTER_ff9cb67b-79be-489e-9874-fbdc3c3d546f.png?v=1780490942"},{"product_id":"salomon-qst-106","title":"Salomon QST 106 Skis 2027","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"982\" data-start=\"369\"\u003eSalomon absolutely nailed the redesign of the QST series, delivering an impressive new lineup of skis from top to bottom. Historically, the wider QSTs have been our favorites, but that’s now up for debate thanks to how well Salomon improved the 94mm and 100mm models. That doesn’t mean we’ve stopped loving the QST 106; it just didn’t need as much work. The most notable updates come from subtle core tweaks that add strength throughout the ski. The result is a version that keeps everything we loved about the old 106, but now feels more capable. It’s more confident, less “noodly,” and ready to be pushed harder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"984\"\u003eThe updated QST 106 retains the same shape and generous rocker profile, and with just a 20-gram weight increase, it hasn’t lost the playful energy we loved in the previous version. What sets it apart now is a reinforced core, which gives the ski a noticeably more powerful feel by improving snow contact and reducing chatter. It’s a welcome improvement for aggressive skiers, but also makes the ski feel less one-dimensional. It’s more composed at speed, bites into firm snow more easily, and is less dependent on soft conditions than before. Previously, the QST 106 excelled in soft snow but lacked the backbone to inspire confidence elsewhere. Now, it retains its strengths while gaining the stability it was missing. 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This thing’s built like a linebacker but floats like a butterfly, a 112mm-waisted powder-hunting missile that doesn’t paint you into a corner like some \"powder\" skis might. It’s more versatile than it has any right to be, considering how burly or one dimensional it might look on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s be real, the name’s a bit of a red herring. The QST Blank isn’t a blank slate; it’s got a very clear idea of what it wants: deep snow, soft landings, and big terrain. But it doesn’t punish you for not going full throttle every run and it doesn't always need neck deep snow. The updated shape and flex pattern keep it playful enough to slash trees, spin off hits, but doesn't mind cruisinig around or lapping mellow terrain between storm cycles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamp? Sure. Stable? When you need it to be. But what really makes this ski stand out is how approachable it is for a ski so wide. You don’t need quads of steel or a Red Bull contract to drive it. 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The Rustler 10 skis shockingly well on hardpack. To clarify, I’m not shocked that it skis well on hardpack (it’s a Blizzard), I’m shocked at how well it skis on hardpack. For a ski this wide, and also this playful honestly, the Rustler 10 has no problem carving a fierce turn with grip and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn more variable conditions and terrain, it maintains plenty of that playful feel the Rustler has been known for since the series’ inception. It’s not quite as easy to toss around as the older version of the ski, but it has the right amount of maneuverability to make tight turns and pivot through tighter terrain effortlessly. The trade-off is a little less maneuverability, and more power for skiing aggressively, railing turns and mowing through crud and turbulent afternoon snowpack with a smooth and undemanding feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the Rustlers are money, the 9 and 10 are both really good at everything. 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