2027 Atomic Maverick 84 Skiswith Dalbello Boots and Poles

Entry into the Maverick family runs through the Atomic Maverick 84, the most accessible all-mountain ski in the line. An 84 mm waist keeps it quick and manageable while the forgiving construction lets developing skiers push into new terrain without getting punished for it. Intermediates get a versatile platform that handles groomers, chop, and the occasional soft-snow day with the same easy manners. We chose to pair the Maverick 84 with the Cabrio 100 MV because it's a nice, comfortable boot that provides a bit more performance than your average entry level boot. Thanks to the unique three-piece cabrio design, the boot flexes off the tongue for a more progressive feel that is both intuitive and smooth, giving developing skiers enough leverage to bend their skis, but not so much that the boot feels overly demanding.

Who it's for:

Intermediates moving into all-mountain skiing who want a versatile ski that won't intimidate them. It's the accessible entry to the Maverick family for skiers building range beyond the groomed run.

Things to consider:

Being the most accessible ski in the family means a strong skier will find its limit, and the wider, firmer Mavericks are the next step. It's an all-rounder, so soft-snow float and hard-snow grip both fall short of what a specialist delivers.

Fit & sizing considerations:

A length matching the skier's height gives the balance this ski was designed around. Anyone who tends to wash out the back half of a turn will find the next size down easier to bring around cleanly. Dalbello lists this one at a 101mm last, putting it in medium-volume territory with a slightly more generous instep than the number alone suggests, since the hinged tongue opens wide. Broad forefeet generally get on well here, while low-volume feet may find it roomy.