Salomon N Départ 1.0 Black/White/Neon Punch 2026

Salomon Départ 1.0 2026 Freestyle & All‑Mountain Skis The Départ 1.0 is built for skiers who want to turn the whole mountain into a playground. Its wide twin‑tip shape and generous waist make it suitable for freestyle tricks, side hits, natural features and even some powder days, while its construction keeps it capable on hardpack and groomers. The karuba/poplar full wood core combined with basalt reinforcement delivers a lively, energetic feel underfoot with good vibration damping and strong rebound. Rocker in the tip (about 23 %) and tail (about 18 %), plus camber underfoot, give smooth turn initiation, balanced edge hold on firm snow and enough float or catch‑free release in softer, variable snow.

Key Features:

Waist Width:

104–106 mm — provides float, stability, and versatility from powder to park snow.

Shape:

Directional twin tip — allows for switch riding, jumps, and freestyle maneuvers without sacrificing directional performance.

Core:

Karuba / Poplar Full Wood Core — lightweight yet stable, providing lively rebound, smooth flex and vibration damping across diverse snow types. Reinforcement & Laminates: Titanal binding reinforcement edge‑to‑edge underfoot and basalt/fiberglass reinforcement throughout — enhances edge grip, power transmission, stability on hard snow, and durability through jumps and landings. Profile / Rocker Type: Freestyle rocker (tip and tail rocker + camber underfoot) — rocker helps with float and ease turning; camber underfoot ensures grip and control on groomers and harder snow. Turning Radius: ~14 m (170 cm) / ~15 m (180 cm) — short and snappy for quick turns, agile riding and playful skiing.

Construction:

Semi‑Sandwich sidewalls — for a balance of durability, edge precision and pop, suitable for freestyle impacts and varied terrain. Performance & Feel: On groomers and firm snow the Départ 1.0 delivers surprising control and edge hold for a ski with such freestyle ambition, thanks to its camber underfoot and titanal reinforcement. When you hit the park, side‑hits, trees or natural terrain features, the twin‑tip shape, generous waist and rocker profile shine — the ski feels playful, bouncy, and forgiving, with good rebound for jumps and buttering. In softer snow or variable conditions, the wide waist and rocker improve float and make transitions smoother. Overall, this ski blends freestyle fun with all‑mountain versatility so that you don’t need separate skis for park and resort days.

Ideal For:

Advanced to expert skiers who enjoy freestyle, park, and natural terrain but also want one ski versatile enough for groomers, mixed snow, and occasional powder — a “one ski quiver” for resort and freeride playgrounds. Also ideal for riders who like playful skiing, creative lines, switch riding, or mixing up their style between carving, park tricks and all‑mountain exploration.

Things to Consider:

Because of its wide waist and twin‑tip shape, the Départ 1.0 will not carve like a narrow, race‑oriented ski or float like a dedicated deep‑powder ski. On firm, icy slopes at very high speeds it may feel less precise than a carving ski. Also, while it handles soft snow better than many twin‑tips, very deep, unconsolidated powder or steep big‑mountain terrain may still benefit from a wider, softer‑flex powder‑specific ski. Bindings are not included — choose bindings with a brake width compatible with 104–106 mm waist.