For backcountry travelers looking for something versatile to manage the wide range of snow conditions you can find out there, the Atomic Backland 102 should be at the top of your list. "Backland" is a longstanding name in Atomic's lineup. The ski has gone from resort freeride focused, to offering skinny, ultralight skimo models. But the goal remains the same: to give you the tools to escape the confines of the busy trails and resorts to find some space in the backcountry. Building on the name, Atomic releases a new generation of Backlands. The narrower Atomic Backland 102 is more agile, shaves some weight, while giving you enough of a platform to stay stable when skiing corn in the spring, powder in the winter, or some tracked up snow at the popular trailheads. The 102mm waist is quick to roll over on edge for stability when riding on firm snow, and the directional shape encourages strong edge hold despite the decent rocker.
Atomic updated a few key things with this new Backland 102. All the freeride Backlands get a redesigned HRZN 3D tech in tip, which is beveled along the edges for increased float, and has slits cut out to lower the swing weight. Also new for this year is an updated construction. Atomic turns its focus to sustainability this year, with a construction that lowers their carbon footprint by using less raw materials.
| Dimensions: | 129/102/120 |
| Radius: | 18m@172cm |
| Rocker: | Freeride Rocker |
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| Construction: | Full Sidewall |
| Weight: | 2824 grams (per pair for size 179cm) Learn more about ski weights |