All-Mountain Skis
All-Mountain Skis
Made for play.
First run down: the groomed run is still frozen, and the edges grip firmly. In the afternoon, the snow softens and the skis glide more smoothly underfoot. Just one ski setup for the whole day—from the icy conditions in the morning to the soft snow at the end of the day—without ever losing the joy of skiing.
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From the bench.
Why one shape covers the whole mountain.
A shaper might decide to adjust the dimensions by two millimeters—changes that no one will notice with the naked eye. In the “Shape” series, we explain these precise trade-offs, such as a shape’s ability to lock onto ice while still floating in fresh snow.
One ski for the whole mountain.
An all-mountain ski has to do it all because you want to ski everything. Carve on hard-packed snow first thing in the morning, float through warmed-up snow at noon, and head into the woods. We design it to handle these varying snow conditions with agile edge-to-edge control and great stability when you let it run free. At the Lab, we test every prototype on the ever-changing snow conditions above Chamonix. Our models prove themselves from the first icy descent all the way down to the bottom of the resort.
Do you like to carve beautiful curves on piste, but never say no to a bit of powder between the trees? You don't want to invest in two pairs of skis to switch between groomed snow and light off-piste? The All-Mountain ski, as its name suggests, is designed for the whole ski area.
What is an all-mountain ski?
A ski designed to perform in a variety of conditions: groomed snow, prepared snow, moguls, the edge of the run, and light off-piste. Its waist width is generally between 80 and 100 mm. It’s narrow enough to grip on hard snow, yet wide enough to prevent it from sinking as soon as the snow softens.
Which ZAG all-mountain ski should you choose?
Three models. The AROC for precision and speed: pronounced camber, stiff flex, 85.5–87 mm waist width, medium turning radius. The MATA Ti for carving performance: 90 mm waist width, Titanal baseplate, medium camber and flex, short turning radius. The SLAP 92 for freedom: 92 mm waist width, double rocker, medium flex, no titanal, maximum playability.
What size all-mountain skis should you choose?
For responsiveness and tight turns, choose your usual size or 5 cm shorter. For stability at high speeds and wide turns, choose your usual size or 5 cm longer. The AROC and MATA Ti range from 153 to 185 cm, while the SLAP 92 ranges from 160 to 185 cm.
What are the best " Bindings " for all-mountain skiing?
Classic alpine Binding s are the standard: there are no weight restrictions since you use the lifts to get up the mountain. A DIN range of 4–12 is more than sufficient for intermediate skiers; powerful or aggressive skiers should aim for DIN 14 or 16. If you want to keep the option of occasionally using the “ skins ” technique, a hybrid Binding combines an alpine toe piece with a walking system, such as the ATK HY.
Are all-mountain skis suitable for a skier who is new to off-piste skiing?
Yes, that's actually what it's designed to do. A medium flex and a double rocker forgive timing mistakes and make it easier to pivot. The SLAP 92 is the most forgiving of the three; the AROC, with its stiff flex and pronounced camber, requires a more decisive edge. The MATA is for an insane carving experience.
