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Origin 96 Skis Now On Sale

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Powder7 Staff Pick Zack
By: Zack
The Origin 96 by Liberty is one of the most fun, playful, and versatile skis I have ever been on. This happens to be one model that you can call a "one ski quiver," for western skiers. If you spend a majority of your time off trail and don't really like to ski groomed terrain, it might be worth checking out the 96's big brother- the Origin 106.
The Origin 96 overall is on the soft side, no metal, but a very even flex throughout the ski. I think this ski is at its best in tight turning spaces like moguls and trees but can certainly handle the whole mountain. The bamboo construction makes this one of the most lively and poppy skis out there. It feels as if the liveliness of this ski helps you bounce in rhythm in and out of moguls and trees. I can tell you from experience, this ski can rip a groomer with power and performance also. No, its not going to be as solid and stable as a GS race ski but it does the job just fine for me. Powder performance is all relative, right? If you are used to a 70mm underfoot straight ski from the 80's, this Origin 96 is going to feel like the best pow ski of all time. If you are the type of person who can own multiple pairs of skis, this would be a great all mountain option with perhaps a powder ski compliment also in your quiver (perhaps the Origin 116)!

In Depth Staff Reviews:


2023-2024 Liberty Skis Preview

Liberty Skis 2024: The First Look The Origin that started it all. Liberty not only fuels Pow7 athlete Doug Evans, but a huge variety of skiers everywhere. Down the road from us here in Colorado, their skis scream Colorado core skiers. Their Origin and Genesis series are tried and true for freeriders and the Evolv offers strong directional skiers a ride that can support them however fast they want to take it. For 2024, Liberty skis keeps things simple with no new skis, and fresh graphics. Enjoy the eye candy below. Shop Liberty Skis What's New Liberty knows ... Continue Reading

Our Take On The 2024 Liberty Origin 96:

Liberty's Vertical Metal Technology 1.0, and its classic bamboo and poplar woodcore gives the Origin 96 a forgiving profile without making it a noodle. Thank carbon fiber for keeping the thing strong without demanding extra un-fun mass. Built by a Colorado ski company, the Origin 96 clearly has all-mountain skiing in the Rocky Mountain West figured out, from its bomber mogul performance to its ability to quickly smear speed and slash turns through aspen alleys and over wind drifts. Most testers expect the Origin to be fun off-piste, but they are often blown away by how well it carves packed groomers, too. No, you are not topsheet shopping if you pick up a pair. You are making an excellent life decision. Similar skis: Blizzard Rustler 9, Dynastar Legend 96, Elan Ripstick 96.

2024 Liberty Origin 96 Specs:

Dimensions:130/96/118
Radius:20m@182cm
Rocker:Freeride Rocker
Ability Level:Ability Level 7
Construction:Full Sidewall
Weight:3660 grams (per pair for size 176cm) Learn more about ski weights

Skis In The Liberty Origin Series:


Origin 106 (106mm) In Stock

Origin 101 (101mm) In Stock

Origin 96 (96mm) In Stock

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