Men's All-Mountain front ski reviews 2015
In the 'All-mountain front' category, we select skis designed for 70% piste, 30% freeride. The qualities we look for are piste performance (initiation, turn performance, grip, stability, rebound, etc.), comfort, overall versatility and good freeride behaviour (float in powder, rotation, performance in challenging snow conditions). These skis generally have between 85 mm and 92 mm at waist, feature a large tip and rocker, and are relatively straight.They're designed for good to excellent riders looking for a highly efficient ski for the groomers (at times performing better than some traditional piste skis), while able to go off-piste when the conditions are right. They're well-adapted to freeride, but less effective than the wider skis from the “All-mountain back” category, especially in deep powder and crud snow.
BEST SKI
Blizzard Brahma review 2015
Men's skis 2015 > All-Mountain front Best ski 2015
The little sister of the excellent Bonafide, the Brahma has taken on board the same (good) recipes (ski rigidified by a titanal sheet), with the same effects, giving an athletic and dynamic ski that’s especially at ease on piste. We recommend this model for athletic skiers who enjoy performance both on and off-piste.
The Scott Black Magic makes up for a slightly uninspired freeride performance by its exceptional on-piste qualities. Recommended for skiers who want a truly brilliant ski on the groomers, but that can still perform well off-piste.
AWARD
Fischer Motive 86 review 2015
Men's skis 2015 > All-Mountain front Best Accessibility!
The Motive 86 fulfils its contract while offering exceptional accessibility. It’s the ideal companion for beginners to off-piste and powder, giving them the confidence to make good progress.
As a true piste ski, its performance is less impressive than some of its rivals in this category. A good choice for riders who prefer the piste and the spaces between pistes, where its capacity to absorb the terrain and its performance in crud will make the difference.
Intermediate skiers will love the Stormrider 88, its accessibility, its fluidity in cool turns, and its capacity to help off-piste beginners without getting stressed or tired.