Skis Kastle

When we are searching for directional freeride control, we grab the Kastle ZX 100 Ski. The 100mm waist width bounces from edge to edge on firm pack and helps us stay precise and in control when the snow starts falling. This versatility is mirrored by the Dual Progressive ride rocker profile that situates an edge-holding camber section underfoot and rocker in the tip and tail. Less pronounced rocker in the tail feels like a gas pedal when we need to straight line out of something sketchy, while the short turn radius ensures we can billy goat with the best of them.

When we are searching for directional freeride control, we grab the Kastle ZX 100 Ski. The 100mm waist width bounces from edge to edge on firm pack and helps us stay precise and in control when the snow starts falling. This versatility is mirrored by the Dual Progressive ride rocker profile that situates an edge-holding camber section underfoot and rocker in the tip and tail. Less pronounced rocker in the tail feels like a gas pedal when we need to straight line out of something sketchy, while the short turn radius ensures we can billy goat with the best of them.

When we are searching for directional freeride control, we grab the Kastle ZX 100 Ski. The 100mm waist width bounces from edge to edge on firm pack and helps us stay precise and in control when the snow starts falling. This versatility is mirrored by the Dual Progressive ride rocker profile that situates an edge-holding camber section underfoot and rocker in the tip and tail. Less pronounced rocker in the tail feels like a gas pedal when we need to straight line out of something sketchy, while the short turn radius ensures we can billy goat with the best of them.

When we are searching for directional freeride control, we grab the Kastle ZX 100 Ski. The 100mm waist width bounces from edge to edge on firm pack and helps us stay precise and in control when the snow starts falling. This versatility is mirrored by the Dual Progressive ride rocker profile that situates an edge-holding camber section underfoot and rocker in the tip and tail. Less pronounced rocker in the tail feels like a gas pedal when we need to straight line out of something sketchy, while the short turn radius ensures we can billy goat with the best of them.

For solid performance in the backcountry, particularly when you're checking off chutes or riding in changing conditions, you'd be more than wise to reach for the TX87 Skis by Kastle. With a new carbon-fiberglass wound paulownia wood core and progressive rise technology, these versatile touring sticks ascend easily while still retaining downhill performance you can count on in tight spaces.

The TX103 Ski from Kastle is one of our favorite backcountry tools, because it provides a capable design that never limits our skiing objectives. The 103mm waist ensures we have plenty of stability and float for epic lines, while the lightweight paulownia and carbon construction keeps us feeling sprightly on the approach. The beauty of carbon is that it also benefits us on the downhill, helping to absorb chatter and provide ample stiffness despite the featherweight feel.

Fresh corduroy, chopped-up post-storm skiing, and even surprise powder days, the Kastle MX98 Ski is packed with the tech we need to ski powerfully through changing conditions. When we're skiing groomers, the race-inspired sandwich construction gives us enhanced edge control and stability, while the Hollowtech 3. 0 tech reduces chatter so we can really open things up and test the speed limit. These sticks feel like our old trusty race skis while still offering versatility for frontside shredding.

Fresh corduroy, chopped up post storm skiing, and even surprise powder days—the Kastle MX98 Ski is packed with the tech we need to ski powerfully through changing conditions. When we’re skiing groomers, the race-inspired sandwich construction gives us enhanced edge control and stability while the Hollowtech 3. 0 tech reduces chatter so we can really open things up and test the speed limit. These sticks feel like our old trusty race skis while still offering versatility for frontside shredding.

Back for another year, the Kastle MX88 Ski is largely unchanged to provide exceptional front-side control and powerful carving. The 88mm waist width lets us get from one edge to the other at the drop of a hat, while the powerful camber section ensures we can hold an edge on the iciest and most wind-scoured faces. Add in the slight rocker in the tip and tail that encourages exploration off-piste while offering forgiveness and we have our new go-to firm snow resort ski.

Back for another year, the Kastle MX88 Ski is largely unchanged to provide exceptional front-side control and powerful carving. The 88mm waist width lets us get from one edge to the other at the drop of a hat, while the powerful camber section ensures we can hold an edge on the iciest and most wind-scoured faces. Add in the slight rocker in the tip and tail that encourages exploration off-piste while offering forgiveness and we have our new go-to firm snow resort ski.

The FX86 Ti Ski is one of Kastle's more versatile options for firmer snow and icier conditions. Stiff enough for all-mountain riding and light enough for backcountry touring, this all-around ski is choice whether we're taking a chairlift or earning our turns. When there are more moguls than powder, we rely on this ski's sharp edge control, low camber, and stiff triple wood core to help us maneuver and stay in control.