Atomic Alibi (2013)
Tester's Review
How wide is an everyday all-mountain ski these days? Atomic's new Vantage series starts at 87 mm. The Alibi, at 98 mm, is second widest. In the extra-competitive Mixed West, testers were picking nits, dinging it for un-Atomic-like indifference on hard snow, where its broad, smeary shovel is a bit of a liability. But throw some powder at it and the Alibi comes to life equal parts smooth, playful, and gutsy. "A great Western ski with a preference for loose snow." NOTES: Atomic's Vantage series uses a rocker/camber blend, step down sidewalls, and an integrated "backbone" for maximum versatility on all snow conditions. The Alibi has a 98-millimeter waist and an integrated Ti backbone for lightweight edge hold in a variety of terrain
PRICE (MSRP): $799.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2012/2013 |
| Level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
| MSRP | $799.00 |
| Gender | Male |
| Awards | Gold Medal Gear |
| Binding | flat |
| Lengths | 173, 180, 187 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 130-98-119 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.30 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 2.99 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 2.98 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.20 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 3.33 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 3.21 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 3.17 / 5 |
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