Atomic Backland 85 Skis 2016
Atomic Backland 85 Skis 2016
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Product Info
With the Atomic Backland 85 Skis, Atomic's "back" to doing what they do best - delivering a ski that's competitive in weight but stomps the downhill. There's no need to worry about being caught on a wimpy noodle of a ski in the crux of a sketchy descent with the Backland 85, it's ultralight Karuba wood core is reinforced with a carbon backbone to give it Chuck Norris-like power when it counts. At 1320 grams in the 170 length, the Backland 85 gives up a few grams to the lightest skis in its class, but eliminates the feeling of being "undergunned" in many variable conditions - well worth the tradeoff for most skiers.
Product Details
Rocker Type
All Mountain Rocker – 15% Tip Rocker / 85% Camber / Flat Tail
Core
Ultra Light Woodcore – Incredibly lightweight Poplar and Caruba wood keeps Backland's weight down without compromising downhill performance.
Laminates
Carbon Backbone – An ultra-lightweight carbon insert that runs the length of the ski like a stabilizing backbone. This provides exceptional agility and edge hold with no extra weight.
Sidewalls
Step Down Sidewall – Sidewall underfoot and cap at either end of the ski for the best balance of edgehold, swing weight and durability.
Additional Features
100% Mohair Atomic PreFit climbing skins are available separately.
Binding Compatibility
We recommend a brake width equal to or at most 15 mm wider than the ski waist width.
Specs
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Terrain:
Alpine Touring
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Terrain
Alpine Touring Also known as backcountry skis, alpine touring (AT) skis are designed for going uphill as well as downhill. These skis are typically light for their width and many feature fittings that accept climbing skins. AT skis vary in width and weight, with the wider heavier versions usually used for winter/deep snow touring and the skinnier, lighter skis usually used for spring/summer/long distance touring.
- Skis: No Bindings
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Ability Level:
Intermediate-Advanced
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Ability Level
Intermediate-Advanced Whether you’re a progressing intermediate exploring new runs and terrain, or an accomplished rider seeking new thrills, the majority of skiers and snowboarders fall into this level. Intermediate to advanced skis and snowboards may be somewhat wider or stiffer than beginner-intermediate skis and snowboards, usually with a stronger wood core and sandwich sidewall construction. Intermediate to advanced boots and bindings range from softer flexing freestyle options to stiffer choices built for stability at speed.
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Rocker Type:
Rocker/Camber
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Rocker Type
Rocker/Camber Rocker/Camber skis pair a traditional cambered profile underfoot with an elongated, early rise tip borrowed from fully rockered skis. This profile places the front contact point further back from the tip, while the rear contact point remains close to the tail. The rockered tip allows for better flotation and less edge catch for increased float in deep snow, while the cambered rear stores and transmits energy similarly to a fully cambered ski.
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Turning Radius:
Medium
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Turning Radius
Medium 17-22 m radius is best for all-mountain and park & pipe.
- Core/Laminates: Carbon, Wood
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Tail Type:
Flat
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Tail Type
Flat This is your traditional tail, designed to have edge contact all the way through the tail, and only designed for skiing forward. This is also preferred for alpine touring, as you can stick the tails of your skis in the snow.
- Warranty: 2 Years
| Size (cm) | 158 | 164 | 170 | 176 | 182 |
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| Tip Width (mm) | 118 | 119 | 120 | 121 | 122 |
| Waist Width (mm) | 85 | 85 | 85 | 85 | 85 |
| Tail Width (mm) | 107.5 | 108.5 | 109.5 | 110.5 | 111.5 |
| Turning Radius (m) | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 |
| Indiv. Ski Weight (g) | 1320 | 1382 |