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.
100 mm+ · 2025/26
ELAN Ripstick Tour 104
68.06 / 100 total points
103.5 mm waist · 1637 g · 173–187 cm
With reasonable weight and straightforward skiing characteristics, this ski impresses. Especially skiers around 75 kg with prior experience will unlock its full potential.
799.95 € RRP
100 mm+ · 2025/26
OGSO GRAND DADDY 106
67.68 / 100 total points
105.5 mm waist · 1687 g · 170–186 cm
This ski is stable, tracks well, and remains calm at high speeds. It excels in powder and delights experienced skiers.
799.50 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2025/26
BLIZZARD Zero G 96
65.68 / 100 total points
94.2 mm waist · 1275 g · 164–185 cm
Outstanding weight and harmonious handling characterize this ski. Its softer flex favors lower speeds and excels in short turns.
750.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2025/26
K2 Wayback 98 W
61.83 / 100 total points
97.2 mm waist · 1319 g · 151–172 cm
Lightly tuned and designed for lighter women, this forgiving ski stands out with its low weight and balanced performance.
700.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2025/26
SCOTT Explorair 92
60.70 / 100 total points
91.5 mm waist · 1126 g · 154–181 cm
The Scott Explorair 92 is very softly tuned and boasts excellent weight. A climbing-oriented all-rounder for very light riders who love short turns.
699.00 € RRP
80–90 mm · 2025/26
BLIZZARD Zero G 88
56.07 / 85 total points
86.5 mm waist · 1150 g · 157–178 cm
The Blizzard Zero G 88 shines with excellent weight. This ski will particularly appeal to lighter riders who prefer short turns. Requires full attention at higher speeds.
700.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2025/26
FACTION Agent 2
65.29 / 100 total points
95.3 mm waist · 1530 g · 163–187 cm
With a softer flex, this ski feels comfortable at lower speeds and in short turns. At higher speeds, however, it demands an attentive and precise riding style.
829.00 € RRP
90–100 mm · 2025/26
OGSO STS 96
64.72 / 100 total points
95.5 mm waist · 1505 g · 170–186 cm
Tuned for soft conditions, this ski feels comfortable at low speeds and short turns. Lighter, experienced riders will appreciate it in fresh snow.
799.50 € RRP
80–90 mm · 2025/26
SCOTT Explorair 88
53.66 / 85 total points
87.7 mm waist · 1491 g · 150–178 cm
The Scott Explorair 88 convinces with its turn-friendliness in all conditions and an excellent price-performance ratio. However, it requires an active riding style.
599.00 € RRP