The 2027 Salomon Depart 01 with Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Bindings marks a confident return to freestyle, blending modern park style with a refined all-mountain backbone. Built around a full woodcore and a playful twin tip shape, it delivers the pop, durability, and balance that today’s freestyle skiers demand while remaining composed enough to explore the rest of the mountain. We paired the Depart 01 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 Depart 01 feels authentic in a way that is hard to articulate. It puts creativity back at center stage, yet still holds a strong, stable edge when carving back to the lift or charging through mixed conditions. It is playful without feeling loose and powerful without feeling demanding.

Who it's for:

Advanced to expert freestyle skiers who want a twin tip that thrives in the park but can confidently handle all-mountain laps and soft snow. Ideal for riders who ski switch regularly, seek out side hits, and prefer expressive lines across varied terrain.

Highlights:

Salomon builds the Depart 01 with full sandwich sidewalls and a Karuba and Poplar woodcore, creating a lively yet grounded feel underfoot. Fiberglass laminates keep the flex energetic and responsive, while wide steel edges boost durability for rails and firm snow performance. The FS Park profile combines 23 percent tip rocker and 20 percent tail rocker with camber underfoot, allowing easy butters and presses while still delivering solid grip and confidence in carved turns. 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:

At over 100 mm underfoot, this is not a dedicated hardpack carving ski. Directional skiers who rarely ski switch may prefer a flatter tail and more traditional shape. The rocker profile favors maneuverability and creativity over maximum high-speed charging stability.

Fit & sizing considerations:

The Depart 01 skis true to size with a balanced twin tip feel. Freestyle-focused skiers often size at or slightly below their usual all-mountain length for quicker rotations, while those using it as a wider daily driver can stick with their typical size for added stability.