Summit Artist Series Ski - 2022
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When the liftlines and canyon traffic get the best of us, we throw our skins on the Summit Artist Series Ski and leave the chaos behind in search of our own adventure. The 105mm waist shines in powder, remains composed on variable snow, and still feels nimble on endless skintrack laps. This limited edition graphic features artwork inspired by moody backcountry sunsets, and a portion of the proceeds from each pair sold goes to AIARE avalanche education scholarships.
Details
- Backcountry touring ski suited for exploring off the beaten path
- 105mm waist is comfortable to ski any day of the season
- Tip and tail rocker provides effortless float and easy turning in pow
- Camber underfoot helps lock in an edge and pump the brakes
- Carbon provides enhanced stiffness and a lightweight feel
- Aluminum stringers help absorb vibrations and tip chatter in firm snow
- Short turn radius encourages playful turns in tight trees
- Raised tail is easy to release into a drift or smear
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- Length
- 156cm, 166cm, 176cm
- Dimensions
- [156cm] 128 / 105 / 118mm, [166cm] 130 / 105 / 120mm, [176cm] 132 / 105 / 122mm
- Turn Radius
- [156cm] 13.5m, [166cm] 14m, [176cm] 15m
- Profile
- rocker / camber / rocker
- Construction
- sandwich
- Core
- Strike (paulownia)
- Laminate
- carbon fiber, aluminum stringers
- Edge
- steel
- Base
- sintered
- Tail
- raised
- Claimed Weight
- (pair)[156cm] 5lb 15oz (2688g), [ 166cm] 6lb 7oz (2920g), [ 176cm] 6lb 15oz (3147g)
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 4 years
- Activity
- backcountry skiing, freeride skiing
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Overall Rating
5 based on 2 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJuly 13, 2022
All around Pow Slayers
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Height:
- 5' 9"
- Weight:
- 150
I worked 100+ days on these skis last winter and into this summer and they can do it all from charging resort laps to big backcountry days. Certainly are not the lightest set up for touring, but they are a super reasonable weight when paired with a light binding (I have the BD Helio 350) and a light skin. They are somewhat flexible but this makes them very playful in soft snow and quite fun to carve groomers on. The shape of the ski provides for great flotation and the carve radius is small enough for them to be maneuverable at speed. Get yourself some of these!
February 4, 2022
So you say you want a "quiver killer"...
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- 156
- Height:
- 5' 5"
- Weight:
- 120
I hopped on a pair of Summits at the beginning of the winter and find them to be an incredible "one ski quiver" for me. I am exclusively a telemark skier who spends equal amounts of time on and off piste as conditions warrant, but prioritize performance in the backcountry touring environment when choosing my equipment. I have skied the Summits in a variety of conditions ranging from New England hardpack (read, sheer ice) to fluffy powder to bumps, trees, and wide open slopes. On the hardpack, they hold an edge without feeling skittish or chattery, on powder, the big shovel and the rise in the ski tip floats the ski beautifully and gives a nice, "surfy" feel to the ride. They maneuver well in small, tight radius turns in bumps and glades, but hold their own when the terrain opens up for long, carving turns. The only condition where I have found they have underperformed for me has been thick, heavy snow that has included a mix of snow and rain in the same storm. Here, I have found that the ski tends to catch and wobble, particularly in the area just forward of the binding mounting, where the ski narrows. This ski really stands out for me in it's ability to generate energy as it pops out of a turn: I spent two seasons on it's predecessor, the "Great White", and find that while many aspects of its performance are similar, this updated ski from Weston has a bit more snap to it. The design of the Summit has been a game changer in my skiing with its a stable, reliable platform from which to crank out smooth, powerful turns that were previously inaccessible to me on other skis. As a bonus, the art on the topsheet by Brooklyn Bell is absolutely eye-catching and unique, in addition to supporting avalanche safety education opportunities. Yes, Weston is really known for their snowboards, but the folks designing skis really hit the nail on the head by creating a solid, do-everything, daily driver ski that is fun, confidence inspiring, and reliable. Buy this ski. You won't be sad.
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