"STEEP SKIBOOK". We asked users at a new model test ride event. We introduce user impressions that couldn't be fully covered in the magazine. Ordinary skiers give their honest reviews of the most noteworthy skis for the 2025-2026 season. Here, each tester introduces multiple brands (models) gathered together.
BLASTRACK
BLASTRACK is a freeski brand from OGASAKA with a 110-year history. It boasts high performance and unique gliding characteristics, thanks to its Japanese craftsmanship and a design optimized for the snow conditions in Japan
Review of "ELIXIR-L"
The ELIXIR/L, BLASTRACK's lightest model, has been updated. It's lightweight and highly stable, with natural turning and maneuverability for handling packed snow, uneven terrain, and spring snow. It's also ideal for telemark skiing, as it's comfortable even after long periods of skiing
to ski all day without getting tired,
just as the name suggests! It's great for people who want to ski all day without getting tired, but compared to the ELIXIR-E, it's a bit more bouncy due to its lighter weight, which was a bit of a problem when skiing in rough snow or powder.
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Yasuma Abe's
年annual skiing days = approximately 35 days
MyGear=Ski_BLASTRACK ELIXIR-E/Binding_MARKER/Boots_REXXAM
Height: 172cm/Weight: 80kg/Skiing style: Basic/Home resort: Nekoma Mountain
Bluemoris
Founded in 1923 and based in Hakkoda, Aomori, the company develops skis ideal for Japan's snowy mountains. With a diverse lineup and unique designs, the company continues to evolve as a long-established brand with a century of history
Review of "S-POTION"
The shape and design have been completely revamped from last season's model. The new torsion box structure improves stability and maneuverability. It offers outstanding stability even at high speeds and on icy slopes. These skis fulfill the model's concept of "stable maneuverability without flapping when skiing."
that was lightweight yet stable, easy to handle, and
didn't bounce around, allowing for a calm and controlled ride. This board has good handling and makes it easy to maintain a closed stance. It's lightweight but stable, and feels great even in spring snow.
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Asami Kitajima
年Annual number of days skiing/riding = approximately 20 days
MyGear=Ski_VOLKL/Binding_MARKER/Boots_LANGE
Height: 160cm/Weight: -kg/Skiing style: Freeride (powder, BC), park, moguls, basic/Home resort: Nozawa Onsen
: 68 kg / Skiing preference: Basic / Level: Expert / Home slope: Shiga
DPS
Founded in the United States in 2005, DPS is a brand that offers a wide variety of lightweight, high-performance skis and has evolved in its own way
Review of "PisteWorks94"
This freestyle all-mountain model is great for everything from powder to park terrain. Titanium reinforcement improves rebound and stability, making it suitable for tough riding. It's a popular all-around ski that combines playfulness and power
I felt this board would suit people who have done alpine skiing
. I found that the board was easier to ride when I shifted my weight to the back. It felt like the board was sticking firmly to the snow.
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Yuki Matsui's
annual skiing days = approximately 30 days
MyGear=Ski_SALOMON/Binding_SALOMON/Boots_SALOMON
Height: 172cm/Weight: 80kg/Skiing style: Alpine, Freeride (BC)/Home resort:Marunuma Kogen
FACTION
Founded in Verbier, Switzerland in 2006, FACTION is a leader in the freeskiing revolution and continues to bring innovation to the world of skiing
Agent 2 review
With a versatile center width and moderate top and tail rocker, this ski is an all-mountain/touring ski that's easy to climb and thrilling to ski, suitable for the beginning of the season and spring. The combination of a Karuba wood core and carbon weave (woven carbon material) makes it lightweight and easy to turn
in the spring
for powder, but I really want this "Agent 2" for spring slush.
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Ryota Nakajima's
annual skiing days = approximately 50 days
My Gear=Ski_ATOMIC/Binding_MARKER/Boots_K2
Height: 175cm/Weight: 70kg/Skiing style: Freeride/Home resort:Kiroro
The now-on-sale "STEEP SKI BOOK 2025" features reviews from 106 people, including professional and amateur skiers!
This impression project was participated in by 106 skiers, from riders receiving support to the general public. Find the skis you've been interested in and explore the sensory aspects that can't be measured by specs alone. We also tracked detailed information about the test riders, such as what gear they usually use, where they ski, and their height, weight, and physique. Reading the impressions with that information in mind should give you a clearer picture. Furthermore, riders can watch the skiers' ski runs on Instagram and YouTube. Gather information from multiple angles and have fun agonizing over the process to choose the best skis
