Salomon QST 100 Skis 2026

Salomon QST 100 2026 All‑Mountain / Freeride Skis The QST 100 is built for skiers who want one ski that handles everything from morning groomers to afternoon powder stashes. With a 100 mm waist and freeride rocker profile — generous tip rocker and tail rocker surrounding camber underfoot — this ski balances float, maneuverability, and edge‑hold for a confident ride across snow types.

Key Features:

Waist Width:

100 mm — offers enough surface for floatation in soft snow, while still manageable on firm or mixed terrain. Profile / Rocker‑Camber‑Rocker: Freeride rocker with 21 % tip rocker and 17 % tail rocker — makes turn initiation easier and improves float and versality in variable snow.

Core:

Full Poplar Woodcore — provides lively flex, strong ski‑to‑snow contact, and smooth vibration absorption for a stable yet responsive feel. Reinforcement / Lamination: Basalt & Fiberglass laminates — full‑length basalt/fiberglass integration adds energy, impact absorption, edge grip, and durability across the ski. Dampening

Technology:

Cork Damplifier in tip and tail — reduces vibrations and chatter in chop, crud, or rough snow for a smoother ride.

Construction:

Full Sandwich Sidewalls — ensures consistent power transmission and solid edge hold in firm snow or high‑speed carving. Dimensions /

Turn Radius:

Example 172 cm size: 133‑100‑121 mm (tip‑waist‑tail) with a turning radius of ~16.5 m — this geometry gives a balanced mix of responsiveness and stability. Performance & Feel: On groomers QST 100 remains confident and stable, with strong edge grip thanks to its sidewall construction and camber underfoot. The poplar core and dampening lamination provide smooth rebound and solid ski‑to‑snow contact. When snow softens or becomes variable — powder, chopped snow, crud — the rocker profile, 100 mm waist, and cork dampening let the ski stay playful, floaty, and forgiving. It transitions well across conditions and handles a wide variety of terrain, from groomed runs to tree lines or side‑country stashes.

Ideal For:

Intermediate to advanced skiers seeking a do‑it‑all ski that can work as their main quiver: carving, resort all‑mountain runs, soft snow days, and light freeride terrain. Great for those who want adaptability — a ski capable of strong performance on firm snow but still playful and floaty when snow conditions soften or vary. Good for resort days where snow conditions change, or for skiers wanting to explore beyond groomed runs without needing multiple skis.

Things to Consider:

Because it is a 100 mm mid‑fat ski rather than a dedicated deep‑powder ski, QST 100 will not match the float of wide powder‑specific skis in very deep snow. While cork dampening helps with rough snow and chop, extremely heavy or deep powder may still require a wider, more powder‑oriented ski. Bindings are not included — choose bindings with a brake width compatible with a 100 mm ski waist for proper setup.