Which pair of " Touring " skis should I choose?
4 profiles, 4 pairs of skis.
Find the one that fits your style
A Touring ski is shaped by the mountain—its slope, its snow, its rhythm. Each model is designed with a specific purpose in mind. And that purpose completely changes how you feel once you’re on the move. The problem is that between width, weight, rocker, and flex, there are so many technical factors to consider. If you want to understand them in detail, we’ve written a comprehensive guide to Touring that covers it all.
→ Complete Guide to Touring
Here, we’ll get straight to the point. One question, one answer: which ski for which skier?
The right question to ask yourself
Before considering the ski’s width at the tip and its weight, there’s only one question that matters: What will you be doing most often?
If your answer is “climb far and for a long time,” you need a lightweight ski.
If it’s “enjoy the descent just as much as the climb,” you want an all-mountain ski.
If it’s “carve my turns in powder,” you’re looking for a freerando ski.
And if it’s “days with deep snow, period,” you want width.
The rest (the technology, the design, the materials) stems from this answer. Here's how that translates into the UBAC line.
UBAC 89
Do you want to go far?
You love backcountry skiing. Long runs, back-to-back runs, and summits you seek out deep in the valley. You want a ski that carries you far without tiring you out and that delivers on the descent, no matter what the mountain throws at you.
The UBAC 89 is the adventure ski in the lineup: 89 mm at the waist, starting at 1,150 g. Responsive, precise, and efficient in switch-foot turns. Its stiff flex and medium camber grip hard snow without bending. Light enough for steep descents, yet sturdy and stable enough to ensure the descent is more than just a trip back to the parking lot.
For whom: the regular ski tourer, the experienced alpine skier making the switch to “ Touring,” and enthusiasts of long-distance tours and backcountry skiing.
UBAC 95
You want a ski that does it all
You don’t want to choose between climbing and descending. You want a ski that efficiently carries you uphill and delivers a real thrill when you carve. Your snow conditions change from one outing to the next: light powder in the morning, slush in the afternoon.
The UBAC 95 is the Swiss Army knife of the lineup. 95 mm at the waist, weighing 1,240 to 1,490 g depending on size. It shares the same DNA as the 89 (medium camber, slight double rocker, stiff flex), but its extra 6 mm opens up new possibilities in powder. It’s the ultimate versatile “ Touring ” ski: just as at home in virgin snow as it is on the slopes in variable conditions.
Who it’s for: the ski tourer who refuses to compromise, the intermediate to advanced skier who wants a single ski for 80% of their outings.
UBAC 102
You go up to go down
The climb is the price you pay. What you’re after is the descent on snow that no one has touched. You want a ski that floats, accelerates, and holds up when you open the throttle. And you’re willing to carry a little extra weight for that.
The UBAC 102 is the freerando model in the lineup. 102 mm at the waist, weighing 1,420 to 1,690 g. Its profile differs from the 89 and 95 models: low camber, generous double rocker. It’s clearly geared toward the descent. In powder and variable snow conditions, it opens up a whole new range of sensations that narrower skis can’t match.
Who it’s for: the freerider making the switch to Touring, the experienced skier looking to have fun on the descent.
UBAC 110
You're waiting for the days of powder snow
You don’t hit the slopes every weekend. You wait for the right moment. When the forecast calls for 40 cm of fresh snow, you take the day off. For days like these, you want a ski that’s up to the task.
The UBAC 110 is your storm weapon. 110 mm at the waist, weighing between 1,640 and 1,740 g. Same profile as the 102: low camber, double rocker, stiff flex—but pushed to the limit in width. Unbeatable float in deep powder, smooth acceleration, and wide turns. This isn’t an everyday ski. It’s the ski for those days when you take a day off.
Who it's for: Skiers who already own a versatile pair of skis and want a second pair specifically for days with heavy snow.
What about the size?
A simple guide: For classic Touring (UBAC 89, 95), choose a size equal to your own or 5 cm smaller. For freerando (UBAC 102, 110), choose your own size or 5 cm larger for greater lift and stability at speed.
The UBAC line offers specific sizes for women (W), unisex (W/M), and men (M) on the 89 and 95 models. The 102 and 110 models are available in unisex sizes.
→ Ski Size Guide Touring
The gear isn't limited to skiing
Touring s don’t work on their own. They need Bindings, skins, a suitable helmet, and Poles. And they need you—because the skis you choose shape you just as much as you shape your run. We’ve written guides dedicated to each piece of equipment to help you build a cohesive setup.
→ Complete Guide to Touring
→ Guide to Ski Skins
→ Equipment Collection Touring
