INDEPENDENT SKI TEST
There is no best ski. Only the best ski for you.
2025/2026 archive group
14tested configurations
Independent Ski Test
14 configurations
ATOMIC
REDSTER Q9 REVOSHOCK S
A familiar and highly regarded ski – and one of Atomic’s best-selling models. Our testers agreed both on its quality and on the fact that it is better suited to more advanced skiers. On points, it finished a whisker off the podium.
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BLIZZARD
THUNDERBIRD R15-76 LTD
In theory, we know these skis very well, but this time Blizzard entered the LTD version, equipped with new plates that perform extremely well. The skis were warmly received and finished third on points. Almost every tester highlighted their remarkable versatility.
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DYNAMIC
VR
Dynamic appeared in our test last year and immediately won the hearts of the team. Hardly surprising, because the build quality is matched by the on-snow performance. This model placed third on points and was regarded by many as the most sporting ski in the category.
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DYNASTAR
SPEED 550 KONECT
A new Dynastar construction with a relatively short radius and narrow waist. The skis made a strong impression, and testers repeatedly emphasised their ease of use.
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ELAN
PRIMETIME 55+ BLACK EDITION
We know this model from previous tests, but not in this form. This time Elan sent us a beautiful pair from the limited Black Edition range. They proved that they not only look superb but ski extremely well too. Only heavier testers wished they were longer.
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FISCHER
THE CURV GT 76
Versatile skis that we first encountered last season. They performed very creditably in our test and earned favourable comments. Most testers described them as friendly – a quality that matters enormously to many skiers.
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HEAD
SUPERSHAPE E-RALLY
This Head model has been with us for a very long time. Continually modernised and refined, it has resisted the passage of time while retaining the original concept. Among the longest and widest skis in the group, it appealed far more strongly to heavier, powerful skiers.
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KÄSTLE
MX74
The MX74, sometimes designated MX75, has been part of Kästle’s range since the brand returned to the market. It has been modernised repeatedly while retaining the character of an ideal All-Round ski. This version earned applause and took first place on points.
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MAJESTY
GTX TI
Another Polish product from Majesty, the well-established Gdynia brand. This time its engineers expand the range with an All-Round ski. Testers reacted in different ways, although the word ‘calm’ dominated.
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NORDICA
SPITFIRE DC 74 PRO FDT
We have known successive versions of these skis extremely well for years. One might even call them a Nordica classic. As before, opinion was divided: some testers adore them, while others point to shortcomings.
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ROSSIGNOL
FORZA 70° TI KONECT
Another ‘love me or leave me’ ski with a decisive personality. Most of our testers liked it enormously, although some admitted that the relationship simply did not work. The geometry and construction are intriguing and unconventional; the model is slowly becoming legendary.
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SALOMON
ADDIKT PRO 76
It appears that Salomon’s engineers discovered a magic formula when developing the Addikt line – or came very close. Although among the longest skis in the group, they delighted almost all our testers and took second place on points.
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STÖCKLI
MONTERO AS
The narrowest member of the Montero family, through which Stöckli is successfully trying to escape its image as a purely race-focused brand. For many testers, it represented the essence of this category; others complained that it felt too much like a slalom ski. On points, it finished just off the podium.
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VÖLKL
PEREGRINE 72
Another member of Völkl’s falcon line, the Peregrine. These models are intended for versatile skiers covering long distances in changing conditions, and that is exactly what our testers discovered. The Peregrine 72 made a very strong impression.
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