The 2027 DPS Pisteworks 79 with Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Bindings is the narrowest, most edge-hungry carver in DPS's reborn frontside line, a full-carbon ski built around hard snow and tight, energetic arcs. Everything about it leans into carbon's snap, from the quick turn shape to the focused, edge-first personality. We paired the Pisteworks 79 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:

DPS describes the feel as power steering, and that lands. Inputs travel from boot to edge with a directness that is rare in a narrow carver, giving the ski an immediate, almost telepathic response the instant you tip it over.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert frontside skiers who chase edge engagement and want a precision tool for groomed terrain. It rewards anyone drawn to carbon's lively character who wants a ski that feels electric rather than punishing.

Highlights:

Full carbon laminates cap the top and bottom of the Patented Dual Layer Wood Core, which now blends poplar for liveliness with red oak for damping and grip, a switch from the poplar and ash of the previous generation that changes the feel in a real way. A Carbon Power Plate runs underfoot as a focused energy channel, sharpening the way the ski steers. The shape stays honest for a carver: a 79 mm waist, moderate effective edge, and just enough rocker up front to keep the tip from hooking, all of it eager to flip from edge to edge. Hard Rockwell 48 steel edges and a World Cup Race Base, treated at the factory with Phantom Glide, mean it holds a line and runs fast from the first run. With a low stand height of just 17 millimeters, the 2027 Tyrolia Attack 14 offers an impressively close connection to the snow, delivering precise power transmission and a confident, locked-in feel. The FR Pro3 toe piece allows for a full 180 degrees of boot release, enhancing safety in a variety of fall scenarios, while the AFS (Anti-Friction Slider) ensures reliable re-centering and consistent release characteristics. Built to withstand hard use, the Attack 14 combines durability with performance, making it a go-to option for aggressive skiers who demand trust in their gear.

Things to consider:

Make no mistake, the 79 is a single-minded carver. The narrow waist and minimal rocker give little back in soft snow or chop, and because it asks to be driven, relaxed skiers may find it more demanding than they bargained for.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Sizing runs true; between lengths, drop down for quickness or move up for a steadier feel at speed.