In fact, I only had to think about turning, and they responded.
The rocker tips float nice in both the powder and choppy snow, and the practically non-existent swing weight in the tips made fast turns possible, which was especially important in steep, tight trees. Off the groomers, like at Wildcat, they furiously gobbled up any soft snow that Alta threw at them.
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With that flatter, tapered tail, I was able to engage the full edge and whip myself out from one turn to the next, whether I wanted to swing wide or carve tight crescents in the hardpack.īut the powder is where I feel most at home, and the same can be said for the Q-105. I actually couldn’t believe I was skiing wide skis considering their performance. They felt super snappy going from edge to edge and were very quick to respond. But on these skis, I actually had fun carving corduroy under Collins and Sugarloaf for the first time since I don’t know how long. On powder days, for me, skiing groomers is simply a means to get back to the lift line. They’re whippy and fun, and although I’d prefer something wider underfoot on super deep days, the Q-105 are really all I needed. The rockered tips float sufficiently well in deep powder and play around on cut-up pillows. On a typical day, I take the skis on the High-T over to High Greeley and Greeley Bowl for a few laps. Testing out the Salomon Q-105 skis at Supreme at Alta. Those honeycomb tips make a huge difference in swing weight when turning. Not only are they light when carrying them to the Collins lift, but also underfoot.
My first impression of the Salomon Q-105 is that they are really light for a wide, rockered ski. Utility Rocker with traditional camber underfoot.(Image courtesy Salomon)įeatures of the Salomon Q-105 skis include: But did my love of the Q-105 change or stay the same? The Salomon Quest 105 were versatile in any and all conditions, even groomers. With Alta as my playground, I skied on the Q-105 on different terrain and through variable snow conditions from powder to groomers. I tested the 105 and 115 before the skis were even announced and found the Salomon Q-105 to be my sticks of choice, so I jumped on it once it was officially released to the masses.
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The new Q series came out this year and includes the Q-90, Q-98, Q-105 and Q-115 models, as well as women’s versions including the 103 Stella, 96 Lumen, and 88 Lux. Salomon continues to expand their rocker skis beyond the very popular Rocker 2 lineup.
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