The Best All-Mountain Playful Skis of 2027

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For the skiers who say yes to any terrain and are always down for an adventure, All-Mountain Playful skis are for you. These skis can rip groomers just as well as they can give you a little extra pop for those sneaky side hits or park runs. If this sparks your fancy, explore FREESKIER's 2027 All-Mountain Playful picks below and find your next partner in crime for exploring the mountain. 

Nordica Unleashed 98 CA

Lengths 156, 162, 168, 174, 180, 186 cm

DIM 130-98-119 mm @ 180 cm

Radius 16 m @ 162 cm

Returning unchanged for 2027, the Unleashed 98 CA remains one of the most versatile skis in Nordica's arsenal. Softer extremities provide an easygoing, surfy feel, complemented by just enough underfoot composure to remain predictable at speed. When the snow is softer and you're craving side hits, this is the one to reach for.

Liberty Scope 99

Lengths 152, 158, 164, 172, 180, 186 cm

DIM 130-99-120 mm

Radius 19.5 m @ 180 cm

Bamboo is back in Liberty skis for the 2027 season. For years, this material was a mainstay in Liberty's products, acting as an energetic supplement to the other wood that took up the majority of the core. The Scope 99 is one of numerous skis that receives this treatment, and for a twin-tip mid-waisted ski, bamboo is truly a no-brainer.

Dynastar M-Free 100

Lengths 162, 170, 178, 185, 192 cm

DIM 130-100-122 mm @ 178 cm

Radius 17 m @ 178 cm

Dynastar's M-Free 100 takes the nimble feel of the softer M-Free 94 and adds a bit more backbone and float, making it a well-rounded option across a wide range of conditions. While it has a surfy personality, its slightly stiffer build gives it more confidence at speed. The M-Free 100 truly distinguishes itself in variable conditions.

Blackcrow Verna Cor

Lengths 167.1, 174.1, 181.1. 188.1

DIM 129-100-119 mm @ 174.1 cm

Radius 17 m @ 174.1 cm

Brand new to Blackcrows' family, the Vena Cor features an eye-catching swallowtail shape and serves as the more versatile, wider sibling to the Mirus Cor. Much like the Mirus, the Vena offers a tight turn radius and a soft flex, providing the ideal platform for a freestyle skier who loves a snappy and energetic personality.

Blizzard Canvas 100

Lengths 162, 168, 174, 180, 186 cm

DIM 132-100-120 mm @ 180 cm

Radius 17.5 m @ 180 cm

Blizzard's newly introduced Canvas 100 adds a more playful dimension to an Austrian brand known for hard-charging precision. From first turn to final jib, this ski blends an energetic feel with the complete control one expects from Blizzard. It transitions seamlessly from clean carves to energetic pops, setting it apart from the brand's more traditional offerings.

K2 Mindbender 101

Lengths 164, 171, 178, 185, 192 cm

DIM 130-101-122 mm

Radius 20 m @ 185 cm

The Mindbender line has been completely overhauled with a unique design that embodies the best qualities of the previous Mindbender models and benefits from a new design introduced by K2 engineers: the 101 sits at the very center of that. Instead of rinsing and repeating, the new collection has introduced a damping technique that stands apart from anything else in the industry.

Ellis Sabr 100

Lengths 174, 180, 186 cm

DIM 130-100-120 mm

Radius 19.6 m @ 180 cm

A relative newcomer to the ski world, Ellis is the brainchild of Kevin Schaefer and Sean O'Brien, co-founders and industry veterans who cut their teeth at brands like DPS, 4FRNT, Blackcrows and Never Summer. The new Sabr 100 is the narrowest ski in their lineup, featuring a midweight poplar core that feels stout underfoot, enhancing edge control and providing confidence as you tear through hardpack turns.

Rossignol Sender 100

Lengths 162, 170, 178, 184, 190 cm

DIM 131-100-123 mm

Radius 18 m @ 178 cm

If your perfect ski day involves hunting side hits, weaving through tight glades and sneaking in a park lap before heading to the lot with the homies, the Sender 100 belongs under your boots. Compared to the popular Soul series, the Sender 100 feels more playful, yet it still carries the turn-driven DNA Rossignol skis are known for. It doesn't fully lean into the extraordinarily soft flex that some skis in the 100-mm class possess. Instead, it strikes a middle ground that blends stability with freedom, keeping things fun.

Salomon Depart.02

Lengths 164, 172, 180, 188 cm

DIM 134-100-122 mm @ 180 cm

Radius 15 m @ 180 cm

When Salomon introduced the world to the iconic 1080 ski, they incidentally shaped the future of freeskiing more than any brand before. Nearly three decades later, they're once again pushing the culture and sport forward with the Départ series. Brought to life by an all-star crew that includes Sämi Ortlieb, Nico Vuignier and Gavin Rudy, the new Départ.02 builds on the success of the 01, now in a more slender build with a softer core.

K2 Mindbender 101 W

Lengths 157, 164, 171 cm

DIM 130-101-122 mm

Radius 17 m @ 171 cm

The Mindbender collection got a complete makeover for 2027 and that includes the new Mindbender 101 W. The new line incorporates a revolutionary proprietary technology from K2 called Dark Matter, which delivers a damp feeling and plenty of stability without the extra weight.