Atomic Backland 107 Ski
Do you ever feel an uncontainable rage at photos of tightly-linked short-radius powder turns? Do your legs quiver with anticipation for the next day when you can bust out your ski torpedoes and put an end to the madness of #stackingtracks and #tightywhiteys? Do you have a habit of burdening innocent two-buckle touring boots with Booster straps and aggressive spoilers? Do you like to go big and crash bigger? If so, your ski has arrived. You don't make turns like most backcountry skiers, and the Backland 107 wouldn't want you to. Boasting enough tail stiffness to gun the ski out of the backseat and enough tip rocker to make the ski plane out of the snow at mach-looney, Atomic's 107-waisted powder weapon has the mojo to straightline Highlands Bowl and to blast down the apron of the S&S Couloir. Don't worry about crud and sun crust; the HRZN Tech tip and Ultra Power wood core will take care of that. Don't worry about hitting rocks in the runout; full sidewall construction and impressive girth will protect your pontoon boards from harm. Just worry about stopping at the bottom of the run, and not getting too upset the next time you open Instagram.
- HRZN Tech tip shaping coupled with generous tip rocker means an unbeatable ride when you're getting totally deep.
- Carbon backbone with Karuba wood provides the right amount of stiffness and responsiveness.
- Atomic's Powder Rocker profile blends directional turning with the much-desired "surfy" feel.
- Full sidewall construction makes for a durable ski with solid edge hold
Update 2021/22: Topsheet received a new paint job.
Update 2022/23: Yet again Atomic updated the topsheet.
| Specifications | |
| Lengths (cm) | 175, 182, 189 |
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Weight |
1505g [175] 1590g [182] 1645g [189] |
| Weight (pair) | 3010g [175] 3180g [182] 3290g [189] |
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136-107-123 [175] 137-107-124 [182] 138-107-125 [189] |
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Turn |
17.5m [175] 18.5m [182] 19.5m [189] |
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Skin |
Round tips, roundish tail with rubber protector |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Rockered tip and tail (25%), light camber underfoot (75%) |
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HRZN Tech tip, medium radius, rounded tail |
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HRZN Tech, Carbon Backbone with Ultra Power woodcore |
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Carbon fiber and Karuba wood |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Creating massive rooster-tails in powder and setting Strava descent records in crud |
| Notes | Supportive tail is tailor-made for straightlining big faces |
| Bottom Line | High-stability, high-speed powder ripper |
| Compare to other Excess-fat Skis | |
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Questions & Reviews
3/31/2022
Looking to replace a pair of Volkl BMT 109s (186cm) with a more traditional cambered ski that can handle a long radius turn from the front seat. I found the BMT skied best from a neutral stance (like a lot of rockered skis) and wanted to get the Skimo Pro's opinion if this Atomic fits the bill for the long radius front seat driving ticket? In the past I've not liked skis with a R of < 20m, also consdiering the Blizzard 105s?? Thank you!
3/31/2022
Thanks for reaching out, Kyle. It sounds like you'd get along best with either the Hannibal 106 or Zero G 105! The Atomic certainly matches your description, just not as much as either of these two skis.
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3/26/2022
Hello, I just purchased a pair of the Backland 107 and am currently looking for a lightweight binding specifically for touring to go with it. If anybody has any recommendations that would be super helpful. Thanks!
3/26/2022
Hey Sebastian, the answer to that question depends a little on which specific backcountry binding features you are seeking. If you submit a binding finder form with us, we'd be happy to get the ball rolling!
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2/17/2022
Curious what you guys think of these compared to the Dynafit Free 107s. I’m 6’2” and 150#, leaning towards the 182s. I’m currently on Black Diamond Helio Recon 105s and am looking for something a bit lighter and easier to turn.
2/17/2022
Hey Bryce, both those models are turbo-powered freeride skis that can handle most backcountry conditions with aplomb. At the moment we only carry the Dynafit Free 97 but it shares the Free 107's durable construction and medium turn radius.
If you wanted to drop even more weight while retaining the hard-charging downhill performance and easygoing feel, take a look at the Voile Hyper Charger!
If you wanted to drop even more weight while retaining the hard-charging downhill performance and easygoing feel, take a look at the Voile Hyper Charger!
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1/17/2022
Any recommendations on Skins that fit the HRZN front end on these well? I have read that snow will get under most skins. I have read it here (above) as well as other forums. I am particularly looking for skins for the Atomic Backland 107 [189].
My understanding is that the front clip needs to be narrow enough to fit inside the rounded portions (due to HRZN). Atomic shown doesn't seem to have stock.
Any help in finding a good skin that would prevent/reduce this known issue for me and others would be great! Thank you for any direction/advice/help!
My understanding is that the front clip needs to be narrow enough to fit inside the rounded portions (due to HRZN). Atomic shown doesn't seem to have stock.
Any help in finding a good skin that would prevent/reduce this known issue for me and others would be great! Thank you for any direction/advice/help!
1/18/2022
Hey Andrew, no specific recommendations there. I have heard of this issue but rarely has it seemed to affect the actual tenacity of the skin on the ski base, more annoying than anything.
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I think the description above referring to these as "ski torpedoes" and "like to go big and crash bigger" is maybe a bit of hyperbole, but these are really great powder freeride skis. I didn't want to like them so much, they're just so boring looking, but they've become one of my favorite skis ever. For how damp they are, they are *very* light. They do like big radius turns, especially in the 189cm length, which I love. Many brands do not mix lightweight construction with 185+ cm lengths, so I really appreciate this special combo of attributes.
I also had a pair of 185cm Voile Hyperdrifters (125mm waist) but I sold those because the Backland 107s floated just as well, even in deep AK powder, and the Backlands are a lot damper and handle funky snow better.
of note: the HRZN Tech tip is a stupid gimmick. The thing doesn't even touch the snow while turning, so it doesn't help anything, but it does fold the tips of climbing skins allowing snow to build up under your skins. It's frustrating. The Backland skis will be better when HRZN Tech goes away, like all useless tech features eventually do.
Carefully consider the tip attachment method for your skins if you get HRZN skis.
I also had a pair of 185cm Voile Hyperdrifters (125mm waist) but I sold those because the Backland 107s floated just as well, even in deep AK powder, and the Backlands are a lot damper and handle funky snow better.
of note: the HRZN Tech tip is a stupid gimmick. The thing doesn't even touch the snow while turning, so it doesn't help anything, but it does fold the tips of climbing skins allowing snow to build up under your skins. It's frustrating. The Backland skis will be better when HRZN Tech goes away, like all useless tech features eventually do.
Carefully consider the tip attachment method for your skins if you get HRZN skis.
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3/23/2021
Fred Pope
(used product regularly)
I have about 80 days on this ski so far this year and can confidently say it is one of the best skis I have ever had including all my alpine skis. Most touring skis are some kind of compromise, but this one it is light enough to fly uphill and then with the right boot you can confidently drive this ski. It plows through the junk with confidence, turns on a dime and has a very forgiving and playful character. I have an inside joke that nothing skis bad on the Backland 107s. It's almost a quiver killer of a ski.
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EXTREMELY lightweight and agile ski. A bit of chatter on hardpacked groomers, but this ski ain't meant for that.
Jeff recommended these bad boys and I couldn't be happier to tour with these. >>> frame bindings on BlackCrows Animas!
Jeff recommended these bad boys and I couldn't be happier to tour with these. >>> frame bindings on BlackCrows Animas!
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10/28/2020
Any difference between the 2020 and 2021 models?
10/28/2020
Hey JMC, the only difference is the graphic, the construction of the ski has remained the same.
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