Backland 85 W

PREVIEW 2023

A modern, lightweight touring ski that has been redesigned and made more ecological

In brief

Suitable for

modern lightweight touring

Not suitable for

anyone looking to expand their horizons within the lightweight realm

Also suitable for

big climbs

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In words
Technical specifications

In words

Intro

This is the thinnest of Atomic's range for women, like its even lighter sibling, the UL. It has the same construction as the Backland 88, revisited and made more ecological for this season, unlike its big brothers, the 98 and 107. It's less of an elite ski than the UL, making it suited for the vast base of touring skiers looking for a lightweight ski that will be fun on the descent. We're still convinced that 3 more millimeters make all the difference and that the 88 is more modern. But it's not a bad thing to have such a wide selection in lightweight skis.

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Technical specifications

Recommended level

Beginner, Intermediate

Construction

cap-sidewall

Materials

poplar, glass fiber

Base

sintered UHMWPE

Length

157 cm

Tip width

117 cm

Tail width

105 cm

Waist width

84.5 cm

Individual weight

1130 g

Sidecut radius

14.2 m

Available sizes

149, 157, 165

Released in

2023

Made in

Austria

Price

549.99 €

Status

Novelty

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