The 2027 Salomon QST 106 with Tyrolia Attack 14 GW Bindings is built for the deep days. A wide waist, heavily rockered profile, and full poplar woodcore make this a dedicated freeride ski that floats, drifts, and pivots through soft snow with ease, while basalt fibers and cork-dampened tips and tails keep it composed once the snow gets tracked out. For skiers whose ideal day involves chasing storm cycles and finding untouched lines, this is the QST you want. We paired the QST 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 shape blends the best of the past three generations into something more versatile than any of the older versions, with a more progressive freeride profile that surfs and drifts naturally but still holds an edge when you need to lay one down. The Cork Damplifier in the tip and tail is the other standout, taking the edge off chatter without weighing the ski down.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert skiers who prioritize soft snow and freeride terrain over groomers. This is a ski for people who choose their days based on the forecast and want a tool that can charge open faces, drop cliffs, and pivot through trees without protest. Intermediates can ride it on a powder day, but it really comes alive with a confident pilot.

Highlights:

Deep tip and tail rocker paired with camber underfoot is the profile that defines this one, floating high in deep snow yet still biting when you tip it on edge for a turn on firmer terrain. A 106 mm waist has the surface area to handle real storm days, but the redesigned shape, with its more progressive taper and refined rocker lines, keeps it quick enough for tight trees and technical terrain. A full poplar woodcore anchors it, paired with full-length basalt and fiberglass for a smooth, balanced flex that does not get pushed around in chop. The big construction story is the Cork Damplifier, which Salomon describes as best-in-class dampening and which delivers exactly that: a single injected piece of cork and TPU set inside the rocker zones at each end, quieting vibration without adding mass. 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:

This one is happiest in soft snow and variable freeride terrain. It can hold an edge on hardpack better than many skis its width, but skiers who spend most of their time on groomers will find it too much ski.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Ride the number you usually ride. One length up adds stability at speed and float in the deep, while one down sharpens it for tight terrain.