The 2027 Line Bacon 122 with Marker Griffon 13 ID Bindings is where powder skiing meets freestyle creativity, a wide twin-tip powder ski for skiers who want to surf, butter, and stomp switch in the deepest conditions. An aspen and paulownia core, Bio-Resin construction, and full-on freestyle shaping make this the deepest-snow Bacon ever. We paired the Bacon 122 with the Marker Griffon 13 ID because of the Griffon’s precision and reliability for all mountain and freeride skiers. With a robust construction and all the best tech, the Griffon 13 is a popular high-performance binding choice for wider-bodied skis for good reason.

Why we like it:

Putting a genuinely wide waist together with a true twin-tip shape and freestyle flex is the move that sets this ski apart. Most powder skis at this width are directional, with stiffer flex and a more carving-oriented build; this one is built to be played with.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert powder skiers who like to bring freestyle creativity into deep snow. Backcountry booters, tree slashes, switch landings; this is the ski for skiers who think powder days deserve the same playfulness as park days.

Highlights:

The freestyle Bacon formula stretched into true powder territory. Combining aspen and paulownia makes the core lighter than a pure aspen build, which matters once a ski reaches a 122 mm waist. Bio-Resin holds it together with the same sustainability and durability story as the rest of the collection, and Thick-Cut Sidewalls bring the toughness natural features in soft snow demand. Thin Tip technology lightens swing weight at the ends, critical on a wide twin tip where quick recoveries and easy spins are the point. The standout shape feature is the deep rocker at both ends, delivering serious float and easy switch riding even when the snow is bottomless. It can carve a groomer if pushed, but slashes, spins, and butters in the deep are what it lives for. As we’ve come to expect from Marker, there’s no shortage of tech packed into the Griffon 13 binding. Marker’s Triple Pivot Elite Toe and Inter-pivot 3 Freeride Heel systems work in tandem to provide improved edge grip and control, as well as helping to mitigate vibrations for a smooth ride. A cleverly placed anti-ice rail sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape off those pesky clumps of snow and ice that accumulate on the sole of your boot. With Multinorm (MN) boot compatibility, the Griffon 13 is a versatile and reliable choice for a huge range of skiers and applications.

Things to consider:

Powder ski, full stop. On firm groomers the deep rocker and soft twin tip flex mean this will not carve like a narrower ski, and with only a single length available it is not the right call for shorter or lighter skiers.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Only one length is offered, and it suits taller skiers plus anyone who wants real float in deep snow. Shorter or lighter skiers should look at the Bacon 115 or 108 instead.