The Salomon QST X is Salomon's dedicated powder ski, built with input from its athlete team. It pairs a 116mm waist with long tip and tail rocker, a light karuba and poplar wood core, C/FX carbon, and Cork Damplifier tips and tails for a nimble, drifty ride when the snow stacks up.
That width and rocker are the trade-off. On firm groomers it takes more effort to roll edge to edge than a 100mm ski, and it is happiest when there is soft snow to sink into. Double Sidewall construction adds ABS underfoot for edge control, so it still holds when you hit a hard patch.
It is made for strong skiers who chase storm days, pillow lines and deep trees and want a ski that surfs and slashes. If most of your days are on hardpack, the QST 100 or 106 will be the better everyday ski.
The 178 measures 138/116/125 with a 24 m radius, and the 192 measures 140/116/127 with a 26 m radius. The partial twin tail lets you drift and ski switch, and the speckled sidewalls are made with recycled ABS.
We love the QST X for the deepest days of the year, when you want to float, surf and slash your way through fresh snow.
A true powder width for float in deep snow.
Long rocker for easy turning, surfing and drifting.
Light wood core with C/FX carbon for power and maneuverability.
Cork in the tips and tails keeps it quiet and stable.
Extra ABS underfoot for edge control, made with recycled ABS.
| Dimensions (178) | 138 / 116 / 125 mm |
| Radius (178) | 24 m |
| Dimensions (192) | 140 / 116 / 127 mm |
| Radius (192) | 26 m |
| Profile | Tip and tail rocker |
| Tail | Partial twin |
| Core | Karuba and poplar |
| Construction | C/FX carbon, Double Sidewall, Cork Damplifier |
| Bindings | Not included |
This guide is for alpine (downhill) skis. Ski length depends on your height, your ability, and how you like to ski. Use this chart as a starting point, then talk to us about the ski itself: rocker, width, and turn shape all change how long a ski feels.
| Height | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced | Expert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10" / 147 | 120–130 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 145–155 |
| 5'0" / 152 | 125–135 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 150–160 |
| 5'2" / 157 | 130–140 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 155–165 |
| 5'4" / 163 | 135–145 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 160–170 |
| 5'6" / 168 | 140–150 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 165–175 |
| 5'8" / 173 | 145–155 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 170–180 |
| 5'10" / 178 | 150–160 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 175–185 |
| 6'0" / 183 | 155–165 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 180–190 |
| 6'2" / 188 | 160–170 | 170–180 | 180–190 | 185–192 |
| 6'4" / 193 | 165–175 | 175–185 | 185–192 | 190–192 |
Not sure? Ask us online or stop in. Want to try before you buy? Demo a ski and we deduct the rental from the purchase.
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