You want to enjoy untouched nature, leave everyday life behind you on challenging ascents and then cut the perfect line in an untracked slope? Welcome to the touring category Men 2. These skis have center widths between 90 and 100 millimeters, making them reliable companions for extensive ski touring in open terrain. Find out which models performed best in the 2022/2023 WorldSkitest here.
For unlimited touring in open terrain
The touring skis in the Men 2 category are ideal for off-piste excursions. With average widths between 90 and 97 millimeters, they offer sufficient buoyancy in deep snow. Nevertheless, they are still light enough not to strain the power reserves too much on long ascents. Changing snow conditions are also no problem. The Touring Skitest took place this year on the Falkert in Carinthia.
Target group: The deep snow fanatics and freeriders among touring skiers
Are you looking for narrower, particularly light touring skis that you can also use on the slopes? Then the category "Touring Men 1 - 83 to 88mm" is the right one for you.
Of course, even with the best touring skis, if you're heading out into open terrain, you'll need the right avalanche equipment, including an avalanche transceiver, avalanche backpack, shovel and probe. In addition, it is essential to inform yourself in advance about the current weather and snow conditions as well as the avalanche situation.
Test winner: Salomon MTN 96
The "Touring Men 2" category has a clear winner: the Salomon MTN 96. It is the successor to the MTN 95 and convinced the testers across the board. With a total of 48.2 points, it clearly sets itself apart from the competition. Especially the handling of the skins and the very good overall impression stand out with this touring ski.
Weight: 1,390g/ski (174cm)
| Handling, skins | 8,4 / 10 |
|---|---|
| Long turns | 8,2 / 10 |
| Short turns | 8,0 / 10 |
| Stability at speed | 7,3 / 10 |
| Physical effort | 7,8 / 10 |
| Overall impression | 8,5 / 10 |
| Total | 48,2 / 60 very good |
Second Place: Stöckli Edge FT
Second place goes to the Stöckli Edge FT. The name says it all. The freetour ski impresses above all with its outstanding skiing characteristics. Here it achieves absolute top scores in both long turns and smoothness, and is extremely gentle on the power reserves. Only in the handling of the skins and in the short turns it had to give a few feathers. Otherwise, the score would have been even better.
Weight: 1,640g/ski (176cm)
| Handling, skins | 6,5 / 10 |
|---|---|
| Long turns | 8,6 / 10 |
| Short turns | 6,9 / 10 |
| Stability at speed | 8,0 / 10 |
| Physical effort | 8,3 / 10 |
| Overall impression | 7,5 / 10 |
| Total | 45,8 / 60 very good |
Third Place: Fischer Transalp 90 Carbon
Fischer's Transalp 90 Carbon is just behind it on the winner's podium. A look at the ratings shows what a balanced touring ski this Transalp model is. With convincing performance on the ascent and descent, it meets all the requirements needed for a perfect tour.
Weight: 2,640g/pair (176cm)
| Handling, skins | 7,9 / 10 |
|---|---|
| Long turns | 7,5 / 10 |
| Short turns | 7,6 / 10 |
| Stability at speed | 7,3 / 10 |
| Physical effort | 7,4 / 10 |
| Overall impression | 7,9 / 10 |
| Total | 45,6 / 60 very good |
Test results Tours - Men 2 at a glance
| Rank | Ski | Points | Rating | Price (RRP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Salomon MTN 96 | 48,2 / 60 | very good | 700,00 € |
| 2 | Stöckli Edge FT | 45,8 / 60 | very good | 1049,00 € |
| 3 | Fischer Transalp 90 Carbon | 45,6 / 60 | very good | 699,99 € |
| 4 | Atomic Backland 95 | 45,1 / 60 | very good | 599,99 € |
| 5 | Völkl Rise Beyond 96 | 44,4 / 60 | good | 750,00 € |
| 6 | Hagan Boost 94 | 44,3 / 60 | good | 649,00 € |
| 7 | Elan Ripstick Tour 94 | 43,4 / 60 | good | 699,95 € |
| 8 | Blizzard Zero G95 | 42,4 / 60 | good | 700,00 € |
| 9 | Rossignol Escaper 97 | 41,2 / 60 | good SnowStyle Silver | 750,00 € |
| 10 | Scott Proguide 96 | 40,7 / 60 | good | 699,96 € |
| 11 | Kästle TX 93 | 40,1 7 60 | good | 799,00 € |
| 12 | Nordica Enforcer 94 Unlimited | 39,8 / 60 | satisfactory SnowStyle Gold | 599,95 € |
| 13 | Dynastar M-Tour 90 | 38,9 / 60 | satisfactory SnowStyle Bronze | 600,00 € |
| 14 | Ogso Thor | 35,4 / 60 | satisfactory | 775,00 € |
>> Detailed skitest results can be found at the linked ski model in each case
