2022 Line Vision 108

On the light, wide, and fun-loving side of the ski spectrum is the Line Vision 108. This wide-bodied freeride ski has a lot of good things going for it, as well as a strong combination of energy, freestyle capabilities, and floaty fun. From deep pillow powder days to skin tracks galore, these skis have a wide-range of applications on both powder days and backcountry excursions, so skiers who are looking to spend most of their time in search of fresh snow will get along quite well with the Vision 108. Always a good time for marketing and technological nicknames, the Line Vision 108 gets the Partly Cloudy Core, consisting of a blend of light weight paulownia and maple in order to generate a very strong and light ski that’s one of the most flexible, but also strong constructions that Line does. THC construction rounds out the build, with aramid, carbon, and fiberglass stacked upon themselves to give the ski strength and pop even for the most demanding of skiers. The amazing thing is how damp and stable these skis are even when their weight is taken into account. As with any good freeride ski, there’s a nice blend of rocker and camber to the mix, allowing for that awesome flotation even in the deepest of snows. If you’re looking to get down to business and play really hard in the deep stuff, the Line Vision 108 is the ski for you.

David Carter skied the 183, and noted that it felt a bit short for the length, even though it was a bit long for him just based on the numbers. He’s normally a mid-170's skier, but for a light, wide, and surfy ski like this, it does make some sense to size up if available/possible. Again, for such a wide ski, David gave the ski all 4’s right down the scorecard, showing a very well-rounded score for the ski. When a ski has 4’s for multiple categories, and tops the charts at 108 mm, it’s pretty impressive. David states that “this ski was a pleasant surprise for me. It’s wider than my typical ski, but it was fairly quick from edge-to-edge and was quite enjoyable in the longer radius turns. It’s one of the most versatile skis I tested.” Again, that’s a pretty cool statement coming from a 108, and we feel that it has a lot to do with the lighter weight and more flexible nature of the ski, rather than a planky 108 that needs to be brought up to speed in order to get the performance. There’s something to be said for that to be sure.

John McIntosh also felt that the Vision 108 felt short, as his 175 cm test ski was an appropriate size, like Dave, but John just felt like he’d want more ski, and would be more comfortable on the 183. Regardless, he gave a top score of 5 out of 5 for versatility, with 4’s running the table the rest of the way. Similar to David, John notes the surprising versatility and overall impression of the Vision 108, which is kind of a trend with all of Line skis, but it’s always nice to see it come through in the test scores as well. John calls the Vision 108 “A very versatile ski. Great edge hold and dampness allows you to open up the speed. Slightly less rocker in the tail vs the tips help to hold the ski through the end of the turn.” That’s all good stuff with the ski and its ability to be multiple things all at the same time. Phil McGrory found the 183 to be just right, and his top score of 5 out of 5 was given for playfulness, with 4’s lining the rest of the card with the lone exception of a 3 for stability. At weights like this, that’s totally understandable, and it puts more emphasis on the skier to generate their own power. Phil states that “The Vision 108 is a fun light weight ski that is super quick and easy to whip around. Not going to power through variable terrain but is so nimble through the woods and bumps that you won't feel overworked. Intermediate to Advanced skiers.” The lack of power isn’t too concerning, as the playfulness and versatility of these skis are off the charts, and that’s just how Line wants it.

For skiers looking to get the most of their time on the hill, the Vision 108 from Line is an amazing choice. Surprisingly versatile and energetic, these light weight floaters have a ton of capabilities and applications, allowing skiers to tour, ride the lifts, or hike to their favorite locations. Likely a better daily choice for skiers in snowy areas versus us east coast skiers, the Vision 108 would make a fantastic pow ski in a quiver.