Which all-mountain skis should I choose?
3 pairs of skis, 3 different experiences
3 skis, 3 ways to ski the whole mountain. Find the one that’s right for you.
First lift ride. The run is smooth. At noon, you take a break at the edge of the run. At 3 p.m., you’re in the forest. In the evening, you leave the last tracks on the groomed run. The same skis under your feet from start to finish. That’s what all-mountain skiing is all about. A ski that never says no. One that adapts to the day as it unfolds. The ZAG all-mountain line features three models. Three constructions, three purposes. If you want to understand the technical specs in detail (width, rocker, flex, Titanal), we’ve written a comprehensive guide to all-mountain skiing that covers everything.
→ Complete Guide to All-Mountain Skiing
Here's just one question: Which one is right for you?
What Really Matters
Forget the specs for a second. Think about what you actually do on the mountain. Not what you’d like to do. What you actually do most of the time.
If you’re carving 80% of the day and speed gives you the best thrills, you want precision.
If you switch from the piste to off-piste without a second thought and want a ski that follows you everywhere, you want versatility. If the piste is just your starting point and the rest of the mountain is your playground, you want freedom.
The ZAG line is built around these three goals. Each ski is designed in Chamonix with a specific vision of what it should unlock in the skier.
AROC
Do you want precision?
You’re a carving enthusiast. You love it when the ski bites into the snow and won’t let go. The pop coming out of a turn, the acceleration on the edge, the feeling of a clean arc on every turn. You want to experience that again on a ski that also lets you head off-piste whenever the mood strikes.
The AROC is the all-mountain ski with an alpine character. New to the lineup. Pronounced camber, stiff flex, stiff torsion, and a Titanal insert underfoot. Every construction element is designed for grip and stability; the Titanal ensures grip in carved turns and returns energy as you exit the turn. Its subtle rockers provide just enough forgiveness for forays into mixed snow conditions. Waist width ranges from 85.5 to 87 mm depending on size. Available in 153, 160, 166, 173, 178, and 185 cm.
Who it's for: The discerning alpine skier who wants to expand their terrain without sacrificing the grip and precision they're used to. Men and women.
MATA Ti
You want versatility
You don’t want to have to choose. Groomed runs in the morning, light powder at noon, moguls and packed snow in the afternoon. You want a ski that handles every change in plan without batting an eye. And when you’re carving, you want it to be fun—not clinical.
The MATA Ti is the heart of the all-mountain lineup. 90 mm at the waist. Asymmetrical design. Titanal plate on a Heavy Duty construction. Its medium camber and medium flex make it more accessible than the AROC—the ski enters turns easily and forgives imperfect edging. But the Titanal is there: as soon as you apply pressure, the grip holds and the ski accelerates. Its short radius makes for fluid transitions and playful tight turns. Available in 154, 160, 167, 173, 178, and 183 cm.
For whom: the all-mountain skier who wants fun carving and confidence everywhere else. The one-pair ski for 90% of your days on the mountain. Men and women.
SLAP 92
You want freedom
The trail is just a starting point. A low wall is a jump. A bump is a springboard. You’re not following a set path; you’re carving your own. Carving, jumps, slides, switch, sharp turns: you want a ski that handles it all without dictating your style.
The SLAP 92 is the most versatile all-mountain ski in the lineup. 92 mm at the waist. Double rocker. Medium flex. Adaptive Pivot Control. No Titanal here—the design philosophy is different: maximum playfulness, responsiveness when pivoting, and forgiveness on uneven snow. The ski that turns the resort into a playground. From 1,550 g (160 cm) to 1,820 g (185 cm). Available in 160, 166, 173, 178, and 185 cm.
Who it’s for: the creative skier who gets bored on the slopes. Those who want playfulness, freestyle, and self-expression. Men and women.
What about the size?
A simple rule of thumb: for responsiveness and tight turns, choose your height or 5 cm shorter. For stability at speed and wide turns, choose your height or 5 cm longer. The AROC and MATA Ti come in lengths from 153 to 185 cm, and the SLAP 92 from 160 to 185 cm.
→ All-Mountain Ski Size Guide
And if you're still unsure
All-mountain skiing is perhaps the most personal choice of all. There’s no wrong answer—just a ski that best matches what you’re looking for on the mountain. The shape you have under your feet shapes the feel the mountain gives you. Find the right shape.
And if you want to go beyond all-mountain—toward challenging backcountry runs or the “ Touring ”—we’ve written guides for that, too.
→ Complete Guide to All-Mountain Skiing
→ Freeride Skiing Guide
→ Skiing Guide Touring
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