DPS Wailer 112RP (2013)
Tester's Review
A firm believer in the strength, pop, feel, and, above all, weight of carbon over other common materials like fiberglass and metal, DPS touts its weight-saving pre-preg carbon-laminate technology above all else. The techy skis come at a cost, but the performance is undeniable. Testers found the playful Wailer to exhibit an impressive blend of quickness and strength. Its short turn radius and paddle-like tip proved useful through undulating terrain and ever-changing snow conditions. On the groomed, it withstood aggressive carving. "This ski didn't make you think too hard," said one. "It really pushes the perception of all-mountain."
PRICE (MSRP): $1249.00
Product Specifications |
How We Test
| Year | 2012/2013 |
| Level | Intermediate, Advanced, Expert, Hi-Expert |
| MSRP | $1249.00 |
| Gender | Male |
| Awards | Tester's Choice, Official Selection |
| Binding | flat |
| Lengths | 168, 178, 184, 190 |
| Waist/Width | 112 |
| Tip/Waist/Tail | 141-112-128 |
| Rating: Stability at Speed | 3.66 / 5 |
| Rating: Maneuverability | 3.83 / 5 |
| Rating: Hard Snow Grip | 3.29 / 5 |
| Rating: Crud Performance | 3.09 / 5 |
| Rating: Forgiveness | 2.74 / 5 |
| Rating: Energy/Liveliness | 3.41 / 5 |
| Rating: Flotation | 3.70 / 5 |
| Rating: Versatility | 3.35 / 5 |
| Rating: Overall | 3.39 / 5 |
