Dynastar Outland 87 review 2013
PROSKILAB™ reviewers' comments
The Outland puts in an incredibly good performance on the groomers and performs well off-piste despite the short tip. A ski for good to advanced dynamic skiers who're looking for a 70% piste/30% off-piste ski.
Review: Pros
- The ski is an excellent all-rounder, good in all kinds of ride and on all types of terrain. It has excellent edge control.
- Off-piste, the Outland is pleasant and easy to use, especially good in freshly fallen snow.
Review: Cons
- We noted a slight inertia when changing edge on the groomers. Off-piste, the short tip has a negative impact on performance in smooth snow and on the surfing sensation in powder.
The ski review scores
| Turn initiation | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.7 |
| Stability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.7 |
| Stability/turning performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 17.0 |
| Grip | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.6 |
| Short turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.6 |
| Long turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 16.1 |
| Skid turn performance | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.3 |
| Handleability | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 14.6 |
| Comfort | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 14.7 |
| Snow contact | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 15.3 |
| Soft snow fluidity | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 14.9 |
| Freeride - Flotation quality | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 12.7 |
| Handling in powder | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.3 |
| Performance on hard snow | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 14.3 |
| Freeride - Performance on hard snow | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.7 |
| Any ground comfort | ☆☆☆☆☆ | 13.9 |
Who's it for?
Manufacturer's remarks
The new Outland 87 is the ultimate blend of powerful, on-trail performance and "crossover" off-trail versatility for expert skiers. All-Mountain Rocker, 3D wood core construction and lightweight Super Fiber laminate delivers easier turn initiation, vibration-free stability and full-length edge grip for enhanced carving on groomers. Crossover into softer snow and the All-Mountain Rocker and 87mm waist provide effortless off-trail maneuverability. Whether carving on hardpack, cruising through crud or weaving through trees, the Outland 87 delivers powerful "crossover" versatility for every side of the resort. 40% On-Trail/60% Off-Trail IB: PX 12 Fluid+
Features of the Outland 87
| Brand : | Dynastar |
| Model : | Outland 87 |
| Year : | 2013 |
| Family : | Versatile freeride |
| Size tested : | 178 cm |
| Tip size : | 132 mm |
| Waist size : | 87 mm |
| Tail size : | 114 mm |
| Radius for the size reviewed : | Not available |
Your review
Reviewed by PROSKILAB™
in La Clusaz, France, March 2012