Long time backcountry skier, new to racing.
This ski looks loke a good option being raceable but more variable conditions friendly.
Two questions:
A) at 6’3” and 195 lbs what length do I want? The 168 cm I am guessing, but race skis are very short so double checking.
B) what boots and bindings would go well with this binding for race plus fast and long tours in challenging terrain?
Movement Fast 71 Ski
When most people think of Switzerland, they think about the Alps, chocolate, and cheese. But here at Skimo, we think about Movement, and all the pleasant memories we’ve made thanks to the incredibly light and high-performing skis they’ve produced, such as the Fast 71. Keeping the familiar sidecut of the Race Pro 71, the Fast 71 has an updated construction that features CORK-TIP technology, which is a lighter and more sustainable material than ABS plastic. This cork material is also highly dampening, meaning that you won’t be punished as aggressively when skiing variable and chunky snow. With its oversized tip, the Fast 71 floats surprisingly well in soft snow, helping you enjoy the surprise powder day you didn’t know about until halfway into your tour. If you are searching for an oversized race ski for racing, gargantuan objectives, or both, the Movement Fast 71 will make it happen.
- Available in a longer length than most race skis for stability at higher speed.
- CORK-TIP gives the ski a noticeable level of dampness while maintaining a low weight.
- Wide shovel and extra girth yield additional flotation in softer snow conditions compared to race skis.
- Paulownia core is selectively chosen for being ultralight, allowing you to move quickly through the mountains.
- Reinforced mounting plate utilizes Titanal and fiberglass to keep the binding on the ski.
- Carbon construction is tuned to help provide a light and stable ride.
- Race Edge is light and precise in steep terrain.
- Speed Base is durable and fast, like really fast.
| Specifications | |
| Length(s) cm | 160, 168 |
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Weight |
765g [160] 820g [168] |
| Weight (pair) | 1530g [160] 1640g [168] |
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109-71-90 |
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Turn |
18m [160] 19m [168] |
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Skin |
Tip notch |
| Specs Verified | Yes |
| Design | |
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Light rocker tip, camber |
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Medium radius, flat tail |
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Carbon wrap, cap construction |
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Paulownia wood |
| Skimo Co Says | |
| Usage | Going far, going fast |
| Notes | Cork-Tip dampens the ski |
| Bottom Line | Race ski with wider dimensions for all around use |
| Compare to other Race Skis | |
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Questions & Reviews
8/2/2025
8/2/2025
Hi Culley,
The Fast 71 is a great first race ski choice that has more versatility outside of just racing compared to skinnier, true race skis. Either length would work (160cm is the minimum allowed ski length in men's divisions so you see most competetive male racers on 160ish lengths), but the 168 will be more fun and easier to ski and perform better in varied conditions. The Fast 71 in a 168 will be fine for racing on, but gives you room to upgrade in the future if you decide to go all-in on a racing setup (meaning 160 length, 64ish underfoot); the Fast 71 would still have a place in your quiver as a fast and ultralight speed mountaineering ski without being overly redundant with a true, competetive race setup.
For bindings, I would recommend pairing the ski with a race binding. Feel free to fill out our Binding Finder for a more personalized recommendation.
For boots, this ski would be best paired with either a race boot or a lightweight touring boot. You can use our online boot fitter to get our thoughts on what boots would be a good match for your needs and your feet.
The Fast 71 is a great first race ski choice that has more versatility outside of just racing compared to skinnier, true race skis. Either length would work (160cm is the minimum allowed ski length in men's divisions so you see most competetive male racers on 160ish lengths), but the 168 will be more fun and easier to ski and perform better in varied conditions. The Fast 71 in a 168 will be fine for racing on, but gives you room to upgrade in the future if you decide to go all-in on a racing setup (meaning 160 length, 64ish underfoot); the Fast 71 would still have a place in your quiver as a fast and ultralight speed mountaineering ski without being overly redundant with a true, competetive race setup.
For bindings, I would recommend pairing the ski with a race binding. Feel free to fill out our Binding Finder for a more personalized recommendation.
For boots, this ski would be best paired with either a race boot or a lightweight touring boot. You can use our online boot fitter to get our thoughts on what boots would be a good match for your needs and your feet.
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3/26/2024
How is the durability with this ski?
3/27/2024
Hi Jeff, this is the evolution of the Race Pro 71, and we did not see specific durability issues with that model. Only a season of data for this Fast 71 model, though, so not much for long term yet. Note these are a very light ski, so they prefer if you treat them with a little respect. But they should last you a long time.
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3/10/2024
So what’s the difference between the fast and the pro? Fast is more expensive. Does it ski better?
Do any race brakes even fit these? I have Trofeo which go to 70 supposedly. I guess I could bend them to make them fit.
Do any race brakes even fit these? I have Trofeo which go to 70 supposedly. I guess I could bend them to make them fit.
3/10/2024
Hi Lou,
The Fast series is the replacement for the Race Pro. They do have an updated cork layer in the tip which is supposed to add a little bit of dampening. Otherwise, a very similar ski.
With the 71, some of the race brakes can likely be made to fit. For those with brakeless race bindings, there are some other options like the ATK race brakes which would work.
The Fast series is the replacement for the Race Pro. They do have an updated cork layer in the tip which is supposed to add a little bit of dampening. Otherwise, a very similar ski.
With the 71, some of the race brakes can likely be made to fit. For those with brakeless race bindings, there are some other options like the ATK race brakes which would work.
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