The Best Big Mountain Charger Skis of 2027

Featured Image: Elise Sterck

Big Mountain Chargers live for chopped-up corn and conditions most skiers would avoid. Like a truck, these skis plow through crud, bumps and unfavorable features while still delivering a fun ride when most skis would get bucked around. If you want a reliable ride for your biggest mountain missions, look no further than FREESKIER’s 2027 Big Mountain Charger lineup. 

Atomic Maven 103 CTI

Lengths 156, 162, 170, 178 cm

DIM 128.5-103-117.5 mm @ 162 cm

Radius 16 m @ 162 cm

Sporting a fresh topsheet design for 2027, the Maven 103 returns with its big-mountain capabilities intact in a lightweight package. These skis are geared toward girls who prioritize turn technique over everything else, which is why you'll see professional big-mountain skiers like Amie Engerbretson gravitating toward them.

J Skis The Hotshot

Lengths 167, 174, 181, 188 cm

DIM 137-104-123 mm @ 181 cm

Radius 18.2 m @ 181 cm

Jason Levinthal (aka "J") is the mad scientist who created one of the first twin-tip skis in his parents' garage back in the 90s. The Hotshot rolled out of J's laboratory with high-energy maneuverability that excels in a variety of conditions and is happiest off piste. While the Hotshot has been in the J Skis lineup for a while now, the newest iteration is part of the brand's Charge Collection and comes in significantly lighter (240 g less) than its predecessor.

Kastle Transcend 104

Lengths 165, 171, 177, 183, 189 cm

DIM 138-104-127 mm

Radius 17.5 m @ 177 cm

The new Transcend line showcases a significant shift in Kastle's design perspective. Developed with input from North American athletes and tuned for the steep terrain of places like Jackson Hole, the 104 blends the Austrian brand's trademark stability with a robust freeride personality. The result is a directional big-mountain ski that remains damp and confident while offering just enough forgiveness to feel intuitive in technical terrain.

Nordica Enforcer 104

Lengths 167, 173, 179, 185, 191 cm

DIM 136-104-126 mm

Radius 19 m @ 185 cm

The Nordica Enforcer 104 returns unchanged for 2027, save for a topsheet facelift, but this should come as no surprise. Fully overhauled in 2025, this has become a fan favorite for hard-charging, advanced skiers around the country. The Enforcer 104 stands at the top of its class as a directional all-mountain ski that shines when digging trenches on corduroy or busting through chop.

Atomic Maverick 105 CTI

Lengths 170, 178, 185, 191 cm

DIM 136-105-125 mm @ 191 cm

Radius 20 m @ 191 cm

Developed in collaboration with Atomic's North American athletes, the Maverick series was designed for directional, big-mountain charging. A standout in the lineup, the Maverick 105 is a utility player that returns with proven construction and an updated top sheet for 2027.

Renoun Citadel 107

Lengths 163, 170, 177, 184, 191 cm

DIM 138-107-125 cm

Radius 19 m @ 184 cm

The Citadel 107 is a big-mountain charger that thrives in demanding terrain and opts for a strong approach down the fall line, rather than a methodical one. It has a directional backbone and a clear preference for speed, but there's a level of nimbleness that makes it more versatile than most skis in this category.

ZAG UBAC 110

Lengths 173, 180, 188 cm

DIM 141.5-110-127 mm @ 180 cm

Radius 20 m @ 180 cm

The UBAC 110 was built to handle both sides of the backcountry equation. Touring-specific skis tend to prioritize uphill performance, which compromises enjoyment of the descent. Alpine skis, which can always be mounted with touring bindings, certainly provide ample amounts of downhill confidence, but are usually too heavy for long ascents.