Backland 86 UL Ski - 2026

Name: Backland 86 UL Ski - 2026
Brand: Atomic
Price: 607.46 CAD
Availability: InStock

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About this product

The Atomic Backland 86 UL is a 2026 alpine touring ski built around a weight-conscious design that prioritizes uphill efficiency without sacrificing downhill capability. Its Ultra Light Woodcore combines poplar and caruba to keep mass low while maintaining reliable strength, and a full-length carbon backbone adds stability for the descent. The 86mm waist width sits in a versatile all-mountain sweet spot, and the All Mountain Rocker profile balances skinning efficiency with confident performance on varied terrain. A HRZN 3D tip geometry improves float and maneuverability in soft or variable snow, while the directional shape supports edge hold and control on firmer surfaces. The Dura Cap Sidewall construction adds durability without unnecessary weight penalty, and the low swing weight makes kick turns noticeably easier. A PreFit skin notch ensures seamless compatibility with Atomic skins. Available in a 179cm length in Black/White, with a CAD price point around $607.

Category: Ski & Snowboard
Brand: Atomic
Color: Black/White
Size: 179cm

What people are saying

Reviewers consistently praise the Atomic Backland 86 UL for its exceptional weight savings, calling it a joy on the ascent where it "almost feels weightless." The HRZN 3D tip earns repeated credit for improving float in powder and soft snow while keeping swing weight low, and the torsionally stiff construction surprises many with solid edge hold on firm snow. The ski is widely recommended for experienced tourers logging big vertical days or ski mountaineering objectives. The most common criticism is limited performance at the aggressive end: reviewers note that stability degrades at sustained speeds on variable or icy terrain, tails can wash out on hardpack, and the ski rewards a pivoting style more than a directional one. Several testers caution against going too short and note the ski is less damp than heavier alternatives, which becomes noticeable in truly rough conditions.

Specifications

Ski waist width: 86 mm
Ski length: 165 cm

Length options

Length	Ski turn radius	Packed weight
165	15.2 m	1.00 kg

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