2022 Dynastar M-Pro 99

Unchanged for 2022, the Dynastar M-Pro 99 represents an awesome ski in the all-mountain range with a unique build and shape. After replacing the Legend series this past winter, the M-Pro line offered a bit less of the five-point sidecut, but still kept a lot of the same construction techniques and overall performance qualities that the Legend skis were known for. Dynastar’s Hybrid core is responsible for most of the success of the ski, and it all starts with a poplar wood core that runs the central chord of the ski. On the sides, they use a polyurethane (PU) material that is a lot like the plastic found in a 120-flex alpine ski boot. This PU runs the edges of the skis, but it’s the amount that really makes the difference here. The greater amount of PU used, the more damp the ski becomes. It’s a bit on the heavier side, but it blends really well with the wood core. On top, Dynastar puts in their Rocket Frame Titanal laminate, which is a partial metal laminate with an interesting shape. The laminate is full-width underfoot, and tapers to a point in front of the bindings, while flaring in and then back out to the tails. This allows for a more playful entry into the turn with a strong kick at the end, all the while holding tight to the snow underfoot. It’s a pretty intuitive feel, and our testers, like last year, all really enjoyed the easy turning, but high-performance feel of these M-Pro 99’s.

Brad Schauerman was on the 178 and noted that it was a good size. He’s normally found on a 177 Enforcer 100, so this is a great ski for him to try and give his feedback on. All of Brad’s scores were either 3’s or 4’s out of 5, with most leaning to the 4-range. In fact, his only 3 was given for forgiveness, showing that he felt like it was on the stiffer side. But 4’s for stability, versatility, playfulness, and overall impression show the high-end and well-rounded nature of these 99’s. Brad notes that he was “Super impressed with this ski great all around very versatile holds a nice edge on-trail and was able to make lots of turn shapes off-trail. Fun!” That’s one of the nice things about the longer turn radius in these skis, is that you are more in control over the shape and duration of the ski, putting more emphasis on the pilot and their intended turn style. Also important to note is Brad’s description of the versatility of the ski both on and off-trail, as that’s pretty much exactly what Dynastar is going for in these 99’s.

Also on the 178, Harrison Gorham noted that the ski was an “awesome” length, scoring the ski 5’s out of 5 for stability, torsional stiffness, and edge hold. 4’s were given for quickness, maneuverability, flotation, versatility, and overall impression. Again, we’re seeing some high scores right down the line, boosting this ski’s reputation for being a well-rounded one-ski quiver contender. Harrison states that the M-Pro 99 is a “Great ripper. Solid at speed. Quick turns. Strong tip with a nice overall flex pattern.” For a 99 without two sheets of metal, we’re certainly seeing a lot of testers note the stability at speed and the solid flex of these skis, which is a really nice thing, and I think reflective of the innovative construction and shaping of the ski.

Skiers looking for that strong and stable, yet intuitive and fun ski will have a lot to like about the Dynastar M-Pro 99. These skis fall right square into the one-ski quiver discussion, as they’re equally at home on the groomers as they are in fresh snow, trees, and bumps. The versatility and well-roundedness of these skis really stands out, allowing the skier to rip huge and fast GS turns as easily as they can make short-swing turns in the tighter and more technical terrain. We’re thankful that they’re returning unchanged, as this is a big upgrade from the outgoing Legend skis, and a lot of advanced and expert skiers will really gravitate to the fun-loving and high-performance M-Pro 99.