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Constructed from the bottom up for 2025/26, the Dynastar M-Free 100 brings contemporary vitality to the beloved M-Free collection, mixing playfulness and energy in a flexible, on a regular basis bundle. Drawing on classes realized from its bigger siblings, the M-Free 108 and 112, this ski delivers a journey that’s energetic and energetic whereas additionally offering a moist and strong really feel when tipped on edge. The duality leads to a big candy spot that permits the pilot to resolve when it’s time to view the mountain as a playground or lay top-to-bottom trenches.
Specs
Ski Lengths: 162, 170, 178, 185, 192 cm
Flip Radius: 17 m @ 178 cm
Ski Dimensions: 130 – 100 – 122 mm @ 178cm
Weight: 1,800 g / ski @ 178cm
Development
Dynastar’s revolutionary building, up to date dimensions and a broader vary of lengths (see under) distinguish the M-Free 100 from the older M-Free 99, which it should change in 2025/26.
The Hybrid Core 2.0 wraps poplar wooden and polyurethane (PU) in fiberglass to create a ski that’s a lot steady underfoot, but enjoyable and playful whenever you need it to be. The wooden—which is oriented so the predominant grain runs in three instructions: longitudinally, vertically and horizontally—supplies the vitality and pop, whereas the PU provides a moist, strong really feel. Moreover, this eco-friendly building additionally reduces using steel, fiberglass and bonding brokers in comparison with earlier Dynastar constructions.
First Impression
The M-Free 100 was designed for inventive all-mountain skiers who admire a moist really feel when pushing the velocity restrict in combined situations. Once I first hopped aboard this new providing the snow was agency with occasional off-piste softness. I discovered the big candy spot moderately simply and didn’t hesitate to begin popping off rollovers then shortly laying it on edge, feeling the facility of the carve speed up me into my subsequent flip. Due to the beneficiant tip and tail rocker, it doesn’t really feel hooky in any respect, so casually throwing them sideways turned a enjoyable method to exit turns. Whereas it excels in softer, chopped-up snow and begs to spice up aspect hits, it’s nonetheless pleased to carve groomers in all however the iciest situations.
The comparatively quick flip radius enhances agility for fast pivots and slashes, particularly within the bumps or tight timber, whereas the 100mm waist supplies sufficient width for smooth snow float with out feeling sluggish. The M-Free 100 provides a dynamic, energetic journey, translating the energetic, surfy really feel the M-Free household is thought for right into a narrower, extra versatile bundle.
In comparison with the older M-Free 99, the brand new building boosts stability, edge grip, carving energy and rebound. Whereas not as exact because the Nordica Enforcer 99 or Blizzard Anomaly 102, it has a bigger candy spot and is extra playful. Conversely, when matched up in opposition to the brand new Salomon QST 100, Atomic Bent 100 and Armada ARV 100, it has extra carving energy and edge maintain than these three fashions, however doesn’t possess the identical playfulness—particularly at decrease speeds. Whereas it’s positively not a park-centric ski just like the Line Power 101 or K2 Reckoner 102, the M-Free 100 will work simply wonderful for the occasional park lap.
Dynastar has crafted a ski that appears like the right youthful little one of the M-Free household. Its energy lies in an all-mountain and freeride format, excelling in the kind of combined situations you’d discover a couple days after a storm when playful, inventive shredding is on the menu. It’s an brisk and strong performer that thrives in a wide range of situations from smooth, chopped-up snow to arduous pack. Whereas not really at residence on icy groomers (only a few choices within the 100mm waist class are), you may nonetheless discover loads of edge grip underfoot to carry a flip. Whether or not you’re a skier out west on the lookout for one of the simplest ways to take pleasure in a excessive strain system or an east-coaster who seeks out each little bit of contemporary snow you’ll find, the M-Free 100 can be an excellent journey for 2025/26.
