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Salomon QST 98 (2025)

Overview

Introducing the Salomon QST 98 for 2025, a supremely versatile all-mountain freeride ski that seamlessly blends soft snow performance with remarkable carving capabilities. This innovative ski is engineered to provide intermediate to expert skiers with a tool that excels in diverse conditions, particularly shining in tree runs and soft snow while maintaining impressive prowess on groomed terrain. The QST 98 exemplifies Salomon's commitment to creating high-performance equipment that adapts to varied skiing styles and terrain, offering an ideal balance of versatility and precision for adventurous resort-based skiers.

Key Features

Profile and Rocker

• Rocker/Camber/Rocker Profile:
  • Optimizes versatility across various snow conditions and terrain types
  • Enhances maneuverability in soft snow while maintaining stability and edge hold on firmer surfaces
• Freeride Profile:
  • Salomon's specialized profile design for optimal freeride performance
  • Balances floatation, agility, and edge grip for diverse all-mountain conditions

Core Construction

• Poplar Wood Core:
  • Provides a responsive and durable foundation
  • Offers an excellent balance of strength, flex, and energy transmission

Materials and Technology

• [C/Fx] Carbon/Flax:
  • Innovative combination of carbon and flax fibers for enhanced performance
  • Carbon provides strength and responsiveness, while flax adds dampening properties
• Cork Damplifier:
  • Cork inserts reduce vibrations for a smoother, more controlled ride
  • Improves stability and reduces fatigue in variable snow conditions
• Double Sidewalls Technology:
  • Enhances edge grip and power transmission
  • Improves durability and overall performance in demanding terrain
• Sintered Base:
  • High-quality sintered base material for excellent glide and durability
  • Provides superior wax absorption for consistent performance across varying snow conditions

Technical Specifications

Performance Characteristics

1. Versatility: Excels across a wide range of all-mountain conditions
2. Soft Snow Performance: 98mm waist and rocker profile provide excellent float and maneuverability in powder and trees
3. Carving Prowess: Surprisingly adept at laying down precise turns on groomed runs
4. Stability: Carbon/Flax blend and Cork Damplifier ensure a smooth, controlled ride
5. Responsiveness: Poplar core and carbon reinforcement deliver quick, precise turns
6. Adaptability: Seamlessly transitions between soft snow and groomed terrain

Ideal Terrain

The Salomon QST 98 (2025) is designed to excel in:

• Tree Runs: Agile performance in tight, powder-filled spaces
• Soft Snow: Superior float and maneuverability in fresh powder
• Groomed Runs: Impressive carving capabilities on packed snow
• Variable Off-Piste Conditions: Adaptable performance in changing snow conditions
• Bumps: Nimble enough for quick turns in mogul fields
• All-Mountain Exploration: Versatile performance for confident skiing across the entire resort

Target Skier

The Salomon QST 98 (2025) is perfect for:

• Intermediate to expert level skiers
• All-mountain enthusiasts who lean towards freeride styles
• Skiers who frequently encounter both soft snow and groomed terrain
• Those who love tree skiing but don't want to sacrifice on-piste performance
• Versatile riders looking for a one-ski quiver for resort-based adventures
• Skiers transitioning from all-mountain to more freeride-oriented skiing

The Salomon QST 98 (2025) represents a pinnacle of versatile all-mountain freeride design, offering an unparalleled blend of soft snow performance and carving capabilities. It caters to skiers who demand a ski that can handle the entire mountain with confidence, from powder-filled glades to meticulously groomed runs. Salomon's innovative construction and thoughtful integration of advanced technologies ensure that the QST 98 delivers a ride that is both incredibly capable in varied conditions and surprisingly adept at carving.

Whether you're weaving through tight tree lines, floating on fresh powder, or laying down precise turns on groomers, the QST 98 provides the perfect combination of agility, float, and edge hold to elevate your all-mountain freeride experience. This ski embodies Salomon's commitment to versatility and performance, setting a new standard for 2025 in the realm of do-it-all freeride skis that truly excel across the entire resort, with a special affinity for soft snow adventures.