Ski Review 2022/2023: Freeride models under 100 mm

Fresh powder and untracked slopes are the dream of every freerider. Unfortunately, the reality often looks different. With the freeride models with a center width of up to 100 millimeters, you can make the best out of rutted slopes and broken slush. They are true all-rounders that work in all snow conditions and won't even let you down on a run down the slopes. Here come the results of the WorldSkitest 2022/2023.

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Wide enough for the necessary buoyancy in the snow, the models in this freeride category still offer enough maneuverability. With a center width between 90 and 102 millimeters, they close the gap between the all-mountain skis and the really wide freeride slats. Accordingly, the models are versatile. They enable fast descents through deep snow slopes, even if the snow is more slush than powder. Even the occasional descent on the slopes is easily possible with these skis.

That's why the testers skied the freeride models up to 100 millimeters at the 2022 WorldSkitest in Kals, East Tyrol, both off-piste and on-piste. In contrast to the other categories, there were two test runs in direct succession.

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Target group: off-piste and piste fans

For real big mountain slats, you should take a look at the results in the category "Freeride over 100mm".

The victory in the category "Freeride under 100mm" goes to the Nordica Unleashed 98. With a total of 82.5 points, it came out on top in this strong field because it was able to convince across the board both on-piste and off-piste. Especially in the edge grip on the slopes, respectively in the turning ability in the terrain also achieved top scores. The attractive price is also worth mentioning.

>> For more info on the Nordica Unleashed 98, see our ski database

Only close behind is Atomic's Maverick 95 Ti with 82.1 points. Like the Nordica, it also achieves the test grade "excellent" both on the slopes and in the terrain. A look at the tested features shows how balanced the ski is. The testers were unable to identify any weaknesses. In addition to silver for performance, the Maverick also wins a gold medal in SnowStyle thanks to its design.

>> For more info on the Atomic Maverick 95 Ti, see our ski database

Third place goes to the Fischer Ranger 102, which also achieved excellent scores in both areas. It also stands out for its strong balance. Regardless of whether long or short turns, smooth running or energy-saving skiing - it knows how to convince in all test criteria. For its look, the Ranger also receives the bronze medal in SnowStyle.

>> More info about the Fischer Ranger 102 can be found in our ski database

>> Detailed skitest results can be found at the linked ski model in each case

>> Review: The results of the ski test 2021/2022