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The 3 Lightest Powder Skis for Women


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Powder skiing is all about flying. Lightweight women's powder skis not only fly, but they practically sing when you ski them in deep, soft snow. Floaty and versatile, these are the lightest powder skis for women, ordered by weight per square centimeter.

By what, you ask? We rank these skis using this metric because it compares skis from different brands independent of length and width. A straight-shooting list of skis ranked by scale weight in grams is useful, but it skews the data toward narrower and shorter models. Yes, we are proud to be ski nerds.


1. Atomic Backland 108 W $749.95

Atomic Backland 108 W s
Dimensions: 132/109/121
Weight per square cm: 0.127 grams
Weight: 2380 grams @158cm
The basics: "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. This all-new Atomic Backland 108 is a no brainer for someone looking for a daily driver in the ... learn more

2. Salomon QST Stella 106 $449.99

Salomon QST Stella 106 s
Dimensions: 137/106/124
Weight per square cm: 0.182 grams
Weight: 3400 grams @157cm
The basics: The Salomon QST Stella 106 has been an easy choice for lady freeriders for years. The mix of playful and damp was just too good to pass up. New this year with just a flashy "neon melon" topsheet paint job, the 23/24 Salomon QST Stella 106 features the same great updates we saw last year that make is such a versatile shredder. With deep rocker lines and healthy tip taper, the Stella responds ... learn more

3. Blizzard Sheeva 11 $659.99

Blizzard Sheeva 11 s
Dimensions: 140/112/130
Weight per square cm: 0.171 grams
Weight: 3560 grams @168cm
The basics: Finding that perfect balance of power and play in your powder ski is a tough thing to find, but Blizzard is up for the task. The redesigned Blizzard Sheeva 11 fits the bill. With the all-new, Flux Form partial metal shape, you have extra rigidity running all the way through the tip and tail. The new design allows you to have metal (i.e. power and stability) where you need it, while keeping ... learn more



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