2027 Stockli Laser SX

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The 2027 Stockli Laser SX gets a shaping update for this year but brings a lot of the same construction and overall snow feel forward. These skis make for a great technical option for skiers looking to make short to medium radius turns with a tremendous amount of precision. With a bit more width overall, the Laser SX has a balanced stance to go along with a precise edge grip that makes for a confident on-piste experience.

Length158 · 165 · 172 · 178cm

Side cut

122/74/103 mm

at 172 cm length

Turn radius

15.9 m

at 172 cm length

Recommended terrain: Groomers, All-Mountain
Ability level: Intermediate, Advanced
Rocker profile: Rocker/Camber/Rocker
Construction: Poplar/Beech Wood Core, Titanal

Built with a blend of poplar and beech, the Laser SX is a bit lighter and nimbler than you may expect. The beech stringers do a nice job of providing power and stability to the mix while the lighter poplar allows for easier access to performance at lower speeds. The SX uses two sheets of metal and their Turtle Shell 2.0 technology to increase that moderate pace performance. The skis aren't too heavy, nor too stiff making them accessible yet powerful. Tester Sam Reed notes that "These were absolute missiles - no speed limit, great turn shape varieties, super stable. I think these are actually fairly approachable with a high-skill ceiling - upper intermediate through expert will find something to like here."

The Rocker / Camber / Rocker profile of the 2027 Stockli Laser SX

The shape is where we see some interesting changes as we're moving wider overall. The ski basically gains 4 mm overall from tip to the waist and through the tail. Last year's waist width was 70 mm and we get a bump to 74 for 2027. They mainly are able to keep the mid-radius the same, with the 172 finding a 15.9-meter arc. Stockli notes that there's a slight rocker to the profile of the ski but for all intents and purposes, this is a fully cambered and tapered ski. Tester Bob St.Pierre calls it "totally intuitive and ready for any technical skier who wants to be a strong carver without overdoing it. I think that instructors and demonstrators will love the capabilities here as they're super fun and engaging without being overly demanding. Even in the 172, which is short for me, I felt very confident in making aggressive turns."

These were absolute missiles - no speed limit, great turn shape varieties, super stable.

Sam Reed

These skis will find a good home in the mid-70's when it comes to making clean carves and round arcs with little to no interference. These skis love to be on edge and can make very quick and agile turns with minimal effort. At the same time, they have a high-performance ceiling that pro level skiers will love to explore. There's a big ability level range here, and that should open up these skis to the masses.

Tester Reviews

3 testers reviewed the 2027 Stockli Laser SX

tester:

Jamie Morris

Ability: Expert
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 175
Days / Year: 60
Age: 48
Years Skiing: 43

Fast and smooth

Ski:

2027 Stockli Laser SX Skis W/ SRT 12 Bindings

Size Tested:

172 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Stowe Gondola. Fast and firm. Great conditions to test these skis.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

A little short for my liking. Would like to try it one up.

Scores

Floatation:2/10

Stability:7/10

Quickness:8/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:6/10

Versatility:5/10

Overall:6/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

Ski felt great at first, would have liked a bit more stiffness at speed. I thought a Stockli would have been a touch stiffer. Recommend it to and advanced intermediate.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

Advanced groomed terrain is the sweet spot for this ski.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

I would recommend this ski to an advanced intermediate who likes carving.

tester:

Bob St.Pierre

Ability: Advanced
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 225
Days / Year: 110ish
Age: 48
Years Skiing: 38

A bit more rigid than I used to be but still trying to be dynamic, smooth, and fluid with varying degrees of success. Skis on the snow, these days.

Ski:

2027 Stockli Laser SX Skis W/ SRT 12 Bindings

Size Tested:

172 CM

Location, Terrain, Snow Conditions Notes

Skied at Stowe on a packed powder groomer day.

Did this length feel short, long, or just right? Would you recommend sizing up or down, or does it ski "true to size?" Would you choose this length for yourself?

This felt short, and was short, but didn't ski short. I'd go 181 for myself but it's fun seeing what a shorter length can do given a stronger construction.

Scores

Floatation:2/10

Stability:7/10

Quickness:9/10

Playfulness:7/10

Forgiveness:7/10

Edge Grip:8/10

Versatility:6/10

Overall:9/10

What's your first impression of this ski? How did it feel?

The Laser SX rips carved turns and really likes shorter to mid-radius arcs. It's certainly okay when you get going faster, but don't expect GS-like performance at speed. The smoothness of the Stockli name lives on here with the SX, and this is a technical ski for technical skiers.

For what type of terrain would you recommend this ski? Why does it perform well in that terrain?

This is a groomer only ski, although it'd be fun in bumps. The narrower waist and more front side shape limits it a bit in terms of where it can go and its versatility, but it really excels on smooth and firm surfaces.

What's the appropriate ability level and/or style for this ski? Why is it appropriate for that type of skier?

This is a technical ski for technical skiers. I can't see a progressing skier able to access all of the performance, but I bet an intermediate would have a whole lot of fun here. An expert will love it too, and that's a testament to Stockli's ability to make a ski feel good at both slower and higher speeds.

Anything else you want to tell us about your experience on these skis?

I would have kept skiing the SX all day, but the Montero AR beckoned...