The best skis for carving turns | '25-26 Pro Shop Selection

Changing your board will affect the line you take and the arc of your turn. The pursuit of carving turns is complex, with clean, sharp, flowing turns, and more. The advice of a pro shop is persuasive, as they can test ride a variety of models on the snow and compare and evaluate products based on their extensive knowledge and user feedback. If you're looking to indulge in carving turns this 2025-2026 season, this is the one for you! Let's ask a pro shop for their recommended model

AVENTURA PRO | VECTOR GLIDE

◆Official Website:https://www.vectorglide-japan.com/

The turning trajectory on groomed runs is one of a kind. The first half of the turn is a rounded trajectory, and the flat tail nose stays on the snow until the very end. That's what these skis are like. The skis themselves are strong. The binding and boot setup is important, but if you imagine the suspension of a racing car, the answer is easy

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SAKANA & BLADE | LINE

◆Official Website:https://elevateoutdoorcollective.com/brands/line-skis?lang=ja

The SAKANA has a radius of 15m, and the BLADE turns even sharper. These carving skis will make you want to carve turns on beautiful piste runs. The SAKANA allows you to carve turns with ease, while the BLADE allows you to push down hard and make sharp carving turns. Both are highly recommended

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BLUR XT | K2

◆Official Website:https://elevateoutdoorcollective.com/brands/k2-skis?lang=ja

The metal is in the underside of the board, in addition to the edges of the tip and tail, so the flex isn't too stiff and the torsion isn't too strong. This makes it easy to ski down packed snow slopes. The board is also a little wide at 82mm, so it's easy to make turns and shift, making it an all-around board that can be used in any snow condition

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SUPER VIRAGE Ⅷ LTD｜ROSSIGNOL

◆Official Website:https://rossignol.co.jp/

DECLIVITY82Ti｜ARMADA

◆Official Website:https://armadaskis.jp/

Our recommended freeski carving models. If you're looking for a carving feel, realistically you should choose skis designed for recreational or competitive use.
ROSSIGNOL's "SUPER VIRAGE VIII LTD" is a ski with a solid metal frame that provides strong edge grip. The R22 plate underfoot further enhances the carving feel. At 166cm with a radius of 13m, it allows for deep carving!

For skiers who primarily use freeskiing, the "DECLIVITY series" is a more realistic option. The "DECLIVITY82Ti" is a metal-framed ski with a center width of 82mm, and at 166cm with a radius of 15.4m, the sidecut is quite aggressive for a freeski. If you can properly edge the skis, you can enjoy satisfying carving turns. I think this ski can be enjoyed in a wide range of styles, from carving to skidding, depending on your edge control.

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FARTHER | BLASTRACK

◆Official Website:https://www.blastrack.jp/

The waist width is 90mm, the top width is 139mm. The side curve is 14.2m for a 166cm rider. The flex is supple, but the soles of your feet are firm, allowing for more carving than other SL models. The tail shape is straight, and yet it's a twin tip! It's capable of powerful carving, yet also great in powder and granular rock...these skis are amazing!

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KS-AP｜OGASAKA

◆Official Website:https://www.ogasaka-ski.co.jp/

The "KS-AP" is a model that offers a smooth ride and helps hone your turning technique. The new series features an improved tail section, designed to catch the edge at the end of the turn, making for smoother transitions. It's available in black (BK) or red (RD), and comes with Tyrolia PRD12 GW bindings (BK/RD/WT)

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KS-XX / RD | OGASAKA  

◆Official Website:https://www.ogasaka-ski.co.jp/

"By adding slits to the top and tail of the metal reinforcement, maneuverability is improved and the foot is firmly adjusted to prevent twisting. The elasticity and strength of bamboo is used in the core material of the ski, which combines stability at high speeds with maneuverability at low speeds, allowing you to enjoy light and responsive skis. The skis feel heavy when you put them on, but the moment you put the edge up, you can enjoy a satisfying carving turn that pops out

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PISTE WORKS 79｜DPS

◆Official Website:https://www.dpsskis.com/

The only on-piste-only ski in the DPS lineup has made its debut. Former alpine skier and Olympic giant slalom champion Ted Ligety was involved in its development. Its handling, grip, and speed are all top-notch, living up to the "PISTEWORKS" name.

It is sold both as a set with bindings and as a standalone ski, and the set bindings are made by VIST. This combination will surely appeal to VIST fans. The radius is set to a relatively short 13.5m, but it offers excellent high-speed stability and handling in long turns!

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SL ｜VANDEER Red Bull Sport

◆Official Website:https://vandeer-redbull-sports.com/

This new model, the "SL," shares the same basic specs, structure, and core material as last season's most popular "SL WORLDCUP." By attaching the FDT RACE PRO plate via the Piston Control Interface, the race-spec skis flex more flexibly, allowing for stable, sharp carving in a variety of snow conditions, slopes, and distances. Experience the ultimate on-the-rail feeling! Let's get easy carving!

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