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The Atomic Kailas Telemark Ski grants the wish of those who charge the deep off-piste, but want something that can handle the occasional ice sheet in the backcountry or corduroy in the resort. The Kailas Ski rewards those looking beyond the ropes—a soft shovel and supple longitudinal flex lead to effortless float through the frosted flakes. The Beta Magnesium construction affords rigid torsional flex for surprisingly strong carving purchase and lightweight strength for great float and easy touring. The Atomic Kailas Telemark Ski's raised tail takes the sketch out of gnarly retreats and the tail's flat back won’t shrug your skins off midway up the mountain.
Bottom Line: Shiva gave the Kailas godly powers to levitate in powder and carve the groomers.
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I am a female, expert, telemark skier. I have had two pairs of
I am a female, expert, telemark skier. I have had two pairs of Atomic Kailas, and loved their performance in the bc and area (I ski a lot of bumps!) I am looking for a new pair of skis and would like something similar. Any suggestions?
By: soladido2406351
January 15, 2012
The Atomic RT86 followed the Kailas, but that is also now out of production. The Atomic Aspect is the ski currently carrying on this tradition of a quick turning Tele/AT ski.
By: Sandy Brown
January 16, 2012
Great lightweight all-around AT choice
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Jim Orsi
January 16, 2009
The 174cm Kailas is my standard all-around lightweight backcountry touring ski. I have them mounted with Dynafit bindings for a very light but capable setup. They work surprisingly well on ice and windblown hardpack, and are even fun in the bumps. If you lay them over, the edges have tremendous bite, which builds a lot of confidence on nastier snow. The shovel is rather soft and can get bounced around a bit, but they are stiff underfoot, like a typical Atomic alpine ski. (Note that the Kailas is essentially the same ski as the Snoop Daddy, minus a little metal to save weight). For really deep snow, I prefer a fatter ski underfoot, but these work great for any tour where variable conditions or less-than-epic powder are expected.
I am 6'1" 190 lbs, I like something slighltly shorter
I am 6'1" 190 lbs, I like something slighltly shorter to maneuver in tight steeps or in the trees, but also like to get top speed out of them on the groomers. what length would you suggest?
By: Dave
March 1, 2009
185s unless you are willing to give up the stability for the quickness
By: Sandy Brown
March 26, 2009
Definitely 185s, but you are going to find these skis soft onthe groomers at top speed.
By: Evan Stevens
March 2, 2009
If I were to have written a review
By:
Ben
January 21, 2009
It would have been the exact same as the previous one... except for the fact that mine have freerides on them
REI and other retailers regular price is BC's sale price
REI and other retailers regular price is BC's sale price?
By: Footoemac
February 28, 2009
pricing in the ski business can be a mess. most manufacturers have both a suggested retail(MSRP) and a minimum advertised price (much lower than MSRP). sometimes the shops (BC/REI) mix them up much to our confusion
By: Sandy Brown
March 26, 2009
If you don't want them, don't buy them.Angus, sorry for the stupid question. I guess BC doesn't want to be competitive with REI's regular prices?
By: Footoemac
March 1, 2009
all-around b/c skis
By:
spike
December 1, 2008
I've been skiing these for a couple of seasons now and think they're great as a backcountry ski. Only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 is because it tends to get deflected around by chunky snow inbounds.. but that's not what you're buying it for anyhow, is it? It handles all backcountry conditions well. Forgiving and predictable enough for steep manky ski-mountaineering descents, with good stability and edge-hold; they will also respond when you put a charge into them for a sweet powder ride.
Elias, thanks. I currently ski on atomic TM-EX (168cm) and love
Elias, thanks. I currently ski on atomic TM-EX (168cm) and love it. If I remember correctly it has 24m turning radius and because of that it is a stable speed rocket. I can still do short turns and ski trees, but high speed stability in long turns is what i appreciate the most. I am looking for eventual replacement - that's why I asked about Kailas, because I want similar qualities in my ski.
By: Alex
January 9, 2009
Well Alex, this would be a good choice. the other ski i would look at the the BD Havoc. both are stiff where they need to be and have a wonderful flex. you would have a great replacement either way.I agree with Gabe's suggestion. I have the Kailas in the 174cm length, and find them to be quite stiff and stable in longer-radius turns, but their light weight makes them very swingable when needed. If I remember correctly, they have a 20m turn radius. If you like the feel of Atomics, it's hard to go wrong with these.
By: Jim Orsi
January 15, 2009
163cm=19m
174cm=20.5m
185cm=22m
By: Sandy Brown
March 26, 2009
I couldn't find an exact answer for you, but skis with similar dimensions are listed as having a roughly 17m turning radius. With the drastic taper from 126mm at the tip down to 88mm underfoot combined with a foam core, you'll be able to swing these skis real tight. Not a perfect answer,I know, but hopefully this helps some.
By: Elias Littenberg
January 8, 2009
Change me.
Out of Stock
2008 Model No Longer Available
We have a lot more Telemark Skis and Alpine Touring Skis than that
Telemark Skis and Alpine Touring SkisResearch other out-of-stock versions:
Great lightweight all-around AT choice
The 174cm Kailas is my standard all-around lightweight backcountry touring ski. I have them mounted with Dynafit bindings for a very light but capable more...
If I were to have written a review
It would have been the exact same as the previous one... except for the fact that mine have freerides on them more...
- Lengths:
- 163cm, 174cm, 185cm
- Dimensions:
- 126 / 88 / 109mm
- Construction:
- Beta 4 Magnesium
- Core Material:
- Densolite
- Base:
- Graphite sintered 2000
- Tail:
- Raised
- Binding System:
- No
- Binding Included:
- No
- Recommended Binding:
- Any telemark or AT binding
- Weight:
- [Per pair] 8lb 3oz (3750g)
- Recommended Use:
- Touring, backcountry skiing, backcountry freeriding
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 2 Years