The 2025 Salomon QST 106 with Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Bindings remains a top contender in the freeride ski category, celebrated for its maneuverability and intuitiveness. With its playful shape and balanced flex pattern, the QST 106 excels in surfing through fresh snow and charging through crud. This ski is a master of both smearing and edge gripping across various conditions and terrains, establishing itself as a standout in its class. We paired the 106 with the Tyrolia Attack 14 GW because of the Attack’s light weight, reliability, and ease-of-use for all mountain and freeride skiers. Additionally, ample elastic travel and direct power transmission function to ensure these bindings cater perfectly to the needs of demanding freeriders.

Why we like it:

The intuitive design and versatile performance of the QST 106 make it a favorite among skiers who appreciate its ability to handle a wide range of conditions with ease and enjoyment.

Who it's for:

Advanced to expert skiers looking for a versatile freeride ski that combines quickness, maneuverability, and stability with a surfy and playful feel will find the QST 106 to be an excellent choice.

Highlights:

The QST 106 features a full poplar woodcore with a substantial profile, providing maximum energy and pop while maintaining stability and power without being overly stiff. A C/FX laminate, incorporating carbon and flax, runs the length of the ski to enhance energy and reduce vibrations for a smooth, springy ride. Cork Damplifiers in the tips and tails further reduce vibrations during high-speed descents through variable snow. Additionally, Double Sidewall Technology is used underfoot to offer immediate power transfer and stability, ensuring a planted and confident feel. The Attack 14 GW’s FR PRO3 Toe contains 30 mm of elastic travel which provides a smooth and confidence inspiring feel when tracking though variable snow while also recentering the boot to its neutral position extremely well to keep you locked in, acting almost like a suspension system. NX FR Heel pieces have 16 mm of elastic travel which assists in prevent false-releases. These heel pieces also make stepping into and out of bindings with ease, even in deep snow.

Things to consider:

The QST 106 lacks metal, which limits its torsional stiffness and edge grip on firmer snow. Its considerable rocker in the tips and tails can also make it feel somewhat loose on hard-packed surfaces.

Fit & sizing considerations:

These skis are true to size.