As we all know, every equipment choice in ski touring involves a compromise, but you'll compromise less with the Atomic Backland 102 Skis in the quiver. With a shape and a width that can handle just about any snow conditions and a weight that saves energy on the way up but is still confident in trashy conditions, the Backland 102 is one of the best all-round touring skis in the industry.
Product Details
Rocker Type:
All Mountain Rocker: 20% Tip Rocker / 65% Camber / 15% Tail Rocker
Shape:
HRZN 3D Backland Tip and Tail: Contoured tips and tails designed to enhance performance in powder and in steep technical terrain
Core:
Ultra Light Woodcore: Light Poplar and Caruba woods
Laminates:
Reduced Fiberglass and Resin: Life Cycle Assessment analysis showed Fiberglass and Resin contributed disproportionately to the skis carbon footprint; more wood and less fiberglass, resin and metal reduces carbon dioxide equivalent emissions by 26%
Sidewalls:
Dura Cap Sidewall: Sidewall for power transmission combined with a small cap for durability.
Base:
Atomic Base: High-density sintered bases that are fast in a variety of snow conditions and accept wax readily.
Edges:
Standard Edge
Base Edge Angle: 1˚
Side Edge Angle: 3˚
Binding Compatibility:
We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.