Hello,
I’m 5’10 200 lbs currently on Camox Freebirds 172 for touring and mountaineering. They were my first pair of skis and they feel a bit small on some days. I’m in the PNW with variable conditions here in the winter months, and I think the skis plus my size just make them less than ideal for soft snow. I’m looking to add another ski to the quiver. I had my eye on the alp tracks 100s last year, but see that they now have a 98, and the redone 106. Is this truly a powder ski or would it be good for variable conditions? Also, would it be manageable with the F1 LT boot that I currently have? I was contemplating getting the Technica peak carbons with a new setup. I’m ready to buy. I just need a nudge in the right direction!
Movement Alp Tracks 106 Ski
We’ve all been there. A late springtime storm teasingly blankets the mountain tops with soft inviting snow, tempting you to come and ski it. Unfortunately for you, the forecast isn’t looking to cooperate, signifying the start of the race to harvest that oh-so-sweet powder before it succumbs to the sun’s relentless rays. It is for this type of race that the Movement Alp Tracks 106 was purpose-built. Its exceptionally light demeanor will feel like feathers on your feet, making that long skin track fly by. Once you arrive at your hard-earned destination, the top-secret layup of carbon, tip and tail rocker, and modern sidecut will make the ski feel anything but light, allowing you to carve or slash until your heart is content. When the snow is just too good not to get another lap, reach for the light yet capable Movement Alp Tracks 106.
- Race Edges keep off the unnecessary fat.
- Ultralight Woodcore is made in-house by Movement, allowing for them to control quality.
- Double Plate Reinforcement helps with binding retention.
- Speed Base keeps things running fast.
- Ultra-light carbon layup adds an impressive level of stiffness with minimal weight.
| Specifications | |
| Lengths (cm) | 170, 178, 186 |
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Weight |
1250g [170] 1300g [177] 1410g [186] |
| Weight (pair) | 2500g [170] 2600g [177] 2820g [186] |
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131-106-119 [170] 132-106-120 [178] 134-106-122 [186] |
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Turn |
20.5m [170] 21.5m [178] 22.5m [186] |
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Skin |
Basic tip loops, flat tail |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Rocker at the tip, camber underfoot, slight rockered tail |
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Rounded tips and tails, shorter underfoot radius |
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Ultralight Carbon |
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Ultralight Paulownia |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Doing lots of vertical on a powder day |
| Notes | Significantly different than previous AT 106 |
| Bottom Line | A freeride oriented powder ski |
| Compare to other High-fat Skis | |
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1/15/2023
1/15/2023
Hi Bryan, good questions! Yes, the 172 would be a bit short for powder skiing. While not being a powder specialty tool, the 106 is good in powder and the extra length of the 177 would help as well. They are on the stiffer side which makes them hold up in variable conditions, but may also cause the tips to dive with a forward stance in the fluffiest powder (Utah 4%). The F1 LTs are a good match with this ski, noting it can handle being pushed by beefier boots as well.
For what it's worth, I still love my AT 100s (on my 2nd pair)! I found the old shape to be even more versatile since they were better on hard snow. I'm a bit lighter than you so you might find the equivalent in the old 106.
For what it's worth, I still love my AT 100s (on my 2nd pair)! I found the old shape to be even more versatile since they were better on hard snow. I'm a bit lighter than you so you might find the equivalent in the old 106.
1/15/2023
Thank you very much! Unfortunately, we don’t have the pleasure of that Utah 4% in WA!
I think I’ll go with the newer 106s at 177 and pairing with the Marker Alpinist 12. I’ll send a DM with one final question before I purchase. Thanks again!
I think I’ll go with the newer 106s at 177 and pairing with the Marker Alpinist 12. I’ll send a DM with one final question before I purchase. Thanks again!
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10/27/2022
What's the weight of the 178s? thanks
10/27/2022
Hi Justin,
Although weight can vary from ski to ski due to the natural variation in the wood core, the pair we have in the shop, still wrapped in plastic, weighed in at 2582 grams per pair, or 1291 grams per ski. We should have verified specs for all lengths soon, but in the meantime I hope that helps!
Although weight can vary from ski to ski due to the natural variation in the wood core, the pair we have in the shop, still wrapped in plastic, weighed in at 2582 grams per pair, or 1291 grams per ski. We should have verified specs for all lengths soon, but in the meantime I hope that helps!
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10/19/2022
On the page for last years AT106, it says this years ski is “surfier” or something.
What are the changes for this years ski? Are the “race edges” new? I thought the previous skis had something other than race edges. And did the rocker/taper profiles or sidecut change?
What are the changes for this years ski? Are the “race edges” new? I thought the previous skis had something other than race edges. And did the rocker/taper profiles or sidecut change?
10/19/2022
Hi Chris,
Thanks for reaching out! Movement went with a full overhaul on the Alp Tracks 106 for the 22/23 season. The Race Edge is new to the Alp Tracks 106 this season, as the 21/22 model had the Tour Edge. However, we are going to reach out to Movement to verify that fact. Movement has utilized the Race Edge on their Alp Tracks skis that are 95mm and narrower for quite some time.
Other than an edge change, the overall shape of the ski has been changed. The new Alp Tracks 106 has been given a more freeride oriented shape, with a longer turn radius, and greater rocker in the tip and tail. This translates to a ski that is easier to smear in a turn, and more playful. In other words, slightly less ready to rail an arc, but more manageable.
Thanks for reaching out! Movement went with a full overhaul on the Alp Tracks 106 for the 22/23 season. The Race Edge is new to the Alp Tracks 106 this season, as the 21/22 model had the Tour Edge. However, we are going to reach out to Movement to verify that fact. Movement has utilized the Race Edge on their Alp Tracks skis that are 95mm and narrower for quite some time.
Other than an edge change, the overall shape of the ski has been changed. The new Alp Tracks 106 has been given a more freeride oriented shape, with a longer turn radius, and greater rocker in the tip and tail. This translates to a ski that is easier to smear in a turn, and more playful. In other words, slightly less ready to rail an arc, but more manageable.
10/21/2022
Hi Chris,
Movement has verified that they have indeed switched to the Race Edge on the new Alp Tracks 106.
Movement has verified that they have indeed switched to the Race Edge on the new Alp Tracks 106.
10/21/2022
Thanks Tristan. I think the edge change is unfortunate but the profile update sounds intersting. I like the shape of the old ski a lot but if it is more of a radius-turner than a butter knife.
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