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About the Salomon QST STELLA 106
What is the Salomon QST STELLA 106 good for?
The QST Stella 106 is designed specifically for freeriding, excelling in open terrain and deeper snow. Its wider waist provides excellent flotation, allowing skiers to glide effortlessly over powder. The ski’s stability and responsive design make it ideal for charging through varied conditions, from soft snow to hardpack, ensuring reliable performance whether you’re carving aggressive turns on groomers or navigating through challenging backcountry terrain.
Who is the Salomon QST STELLA 106 good for?
This ski is tailored for experienced women skiers who seek adventure beyond the groomed slopes. It’s perfect for those who are comfortable exploring diverse terrain and enjoy the thrill of freeriding. Intermediate to advanced skiers will appreciate its balance of playfulness and power, making it a great choice for individuals who want a ski that can handle aggressive descents and varying snow conditions with confidence.
When and where should the Salomon QST STELLA 106 be used?
The QST Stella 106 is ideal for a variety of environments. It shines in backcountry settings where deep powder is abundant, enabling skiers to navigate open bowls, tree runs, and glades. However, it is also versatile enough to perform well on groomed runs, making it a reliable choice for resort skiing. Whether you’re carving down your favorite groomer or venturing into the backcountry, this ski is equipped to handle it all.
How will some of the key features of the Salomon QST STELLA 106 enhance my experience?
The QST Stella 106 boasts a 106mm waist, providing an optimal balance of float and stability in soft snow. Its rockered tip and tail facilitate smooth turn initiation and enhance flotation, while the traditional camber underfoot ensures strong edge hold and grip on firmer surfaces. Salomon's exclusive Cork Amplifier technology integrated into the tip offers improved vibration dampening and stability at high speeds. Additionally, the tip-to-tail carbon-powered C/FX layer increases power and torsional stiffness, allowing for precise control and responsiveness in various conditions.
Why choose the Salomon QST STELLA 106?
Choosing the QST Stella 106 means opting for a high-performance ski that expertly blends stability, agility, and versatility. Its advanced construction and thoughtful design empower skiers to tackle a range of terrains with confidence. For those passionate about freeriding and eager to push their limits, this ski provides the support needed for aggressive maneuvers while still being playful enough for fun in the powder. It’s an ideal choice for women seeking a dependable, dynamic ski that can adapt to their adventurous spirit and varying conditions on the mountain.
- All-Terrain Rocker - Rockered tip for easy turn initiation and maximum floatation, camber underfoot to improve stability at speed and edge grip on hard pack, subtle tail rocker for smooth turn exits
- Cork Damplifier - Cork is three times more absorbing than Koroyd. Using it in the tip of the ski enables a high level of vibration absorption and dampening with even less weight
- Full Light Poplar Woodcore - A full Poplar wood core running from tip to tail offers a high-performing yet lightweight ski
- Full Sandwich Sidewalls - The best way to transfer power onto the snow, a full sidewall ensures turns are accurate and strong
- Carbon Powered C/FX - The patented C/FX technology is supercharged with two times more carbon, balanced with basalt for superior dampening and vibration absorption
- Rider Profile: Advanced
- Mountain Profile: Freeride
- Camber Profile: Tip And Tail Rocker
- Base: Sintered
- Flex: 6/10
Length (cm) |
Nose Width (mm) |
Waist Width (mm) |
Tail Width (mm) |
Turn Radius (m) |
159 |
136 |
105 |
122 |
16 |
167 |
137 |
105 |
123 |
17 |
174 |
138 |
105 |
124 |
18 |
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