Atomic Backland 102 Ski
Taking the reigns from the ever-popular Backland 100, the Backland FR 102 from Atomic ushers in a new era for Atomic's flagship do-it-all ski. With a revamped construction, the Backland FR 102 features more wood with less fiberglass, metal, and resin, reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining a damp feel. Increasing the amount of rocker to 35% compared to 30% in years past, maneuverability is increased ever so slightly, helping you navigate through tight and technical terrain. The HRZN 3D Backland tip reduces unnecessary weight in the tip, resulting in easier turn initiation while increasing float in deeper snow. Finally, the Dura Cap Sidewall assists with durability and increases edge pressure, helping with edge hold in firm and steep terrain. With a design that strikes a fine middle ground between all the ski categories, the Backland FR 102 is a versatile ski that can handle any adventure you embark upon.
- FreeTour Profile strikes a versatile balance between weight and stability,
- HRZN 3D Backland tip uses a perforated and beveled tip to help with turn initiation and decrease the swing weight.
- Ultra Light Woodcore combines Caruba and Poplar with a hardwood mounting insert to keep weight down without diminishing performance.
- Dura Cap Sidewall assists with power transfer to the edges while helping to fend off rock strikes.
Specifications | |
Lengths (cm) | 164, 172, 179, 186 |
Weight |
1215g [164] 1295g [172] 1370g [179] 1400g [186] |
Weight (pair) | 2430g [164] 2590g [172] 2740g [179] 2800g [186] |
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127-101-117.5 [164] 129-101.5-119.5 [172] 130.5-102-121 [179] 132-102.5-122.5 [186] |
Turn |
17m [164] 18m [172] 19m [179] 20m [186] |
Skin |
Square tip & flat tails |
Specs Verified | Yes |
Design | |
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Powder rocker 20/65/15 |
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Generous shovel, medium radius, tapered tail |
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Dura Cap Sidewall |
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Poplar and Caruba core with fiberglass laminates |
Skimo Co Says | |
Usage | Everyday touring |
Notes | A more damp and playful version of the beloved Backland 100 |
Bottom Line | A versatile quiver of one |
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Questions & Reviews
They came in under weight (1415g/ski in the 186!). They feel quite torsionally stiff for the weight.
The camber/rocker profile is ideal for a touring ski, and is a welcome departure from very high camber touring skis. There is about 1mm of camber, with tip and tail rocker that is relatively low. The tip rocker extends I think a bit more than the advertised 20%.
The top sheet looks very cool to boot.
I'm very psyched to ski these. I think they are a great shape and appear to be a good balance of weight/stiffness for those days that are still soft but not the deepest.
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