The Best Men's All Mountain Skis of 2026

Atomic’s top-selling model for years, the Bent 100 received numerous construction updates last season—including a revised build with an ash inlay to replace the metal layer, a boost in tail rocker and the introduction of a bevel in the tip and tail, called HRZN 3D Bent, to boost flotation in fresh snow. The updates significantly improved the ski’s overall performance and were well-received by skiers everywhere. For that reason, Atomic chose to bring the Bent 100 back, unchanged, for 2026.

After making its debut in the Maverick collection in 2024, the Maverick 105 CTI returns for 2026 with its trusted construction and a fresh new topsheet. Atomic first launched the Maverick line four seasons ago as a directional all-mountain series designed in North America.

Positioned at the center of Blizzard’s freeride Rustler collection, the Rustler 10 serves as a versatile platform for skiers who prioritize both stability and maneuverability. The Rustler 10’s metal and wood construction might suggest a demanding ski, but strategic metal placement and tip and tail rocker creates unexpected playfulness.

The new M-Free 100 falls under Dynastar’s freeride ski line and is the narrowest in the lineup, under the M-Free 108 and 112. The M-Free 100 has a balanced flex and feels much more consistently stiff from tip to tail than the old 99, which felt solid through the front two-thirds but was quite soft in the tail. For advanced skiers who wanted a twin-tip ski with a stiffer, more consistent presence, the 99 left something to be desired.

The Ranger series returns as Fischer’s flagship freeride collection for 2026, with the 102 mm model positioned as the versatile centerpiece. The Ranger 102 delivers exceptional edge hold through sweeping groomer arcs while maintaining composure in choppy snow, all wrapped in either an eye-catching purple topsheet or a more muted sand topsheet.

The completely redesigned 2026 Head Kore 100 Ti delivers exceptional stability and control for aggressive skiers tackling steep terrain at speed. Positioned at the center of the unisex lineup, which spans from 88 mm to 118 mm waist widths, the 100 Ti targets advanced skiers seeking a powerful all-mountain tool.

The Nomad 100 was all new last year—marking the first major update to the Nomad line in eight years. It’s a soft ski with nice snap and low swing weight thanks to its wood and carbon core. The softer flex pattern creates a distinctly playful feel that sets it firmly in the all-mountain category as a jib-oriented ski. However, the ski’s soft and playful nature can prove problematic when laid on edge because of the lack of torsional rigidity.

The 2026 K2 Reckoner 102 returns with proven construction that continues to set it apart from more traditional all-mountain skis in its category. Rather than chasing pure directional performance, K2 has created a playful aura that makes this ski a favorite among freestyle riders who want to leave the park.

After receiving positive feedback following a major overhaul last season, the Enforcer 104 returns with  a new topsheet and all the features that made this directional all-terrain ski a standout in Nordica’s lineup.

The new 2026 Rossignol Sender Free 100 represents a deliberate return to playful freestyle skiing for the French brand. After receiving copious amounts of feedback on the widely popular Sender Free 110,  Rossignol identified a specific gap in their lineup. While the aggressive Super Black Ops 98 delivers a long effective edge and stiff construction for charging freeriders, the brand needed something more buttery and approachable in the 100-mm category.

The 2026 Rossignol Sender Soul 102 returns unchanged from its highly successful debut season, maintaining all the features that earned it widespread acclaim and FREESKIER Editors’ Choice recognition. After successfully filling the void left by the legendary Soul 7’s discontinuation, Rossignol has wisely preserved this ski’s proven formula that blends nostalgic Soul DNA with modern Sender performance and power.

The 2026 Salomon QST 100 represents the fourth generation of this iconic line, and a complete reinvention. Salomon has shifted the QST collection to focus on improved energy transfer and torsional rigidity through new construction and introduces a unisex philosophy across the board. The QST 100 emerges with a distinct personality within Salomon’s freeride collection, replacing the very popular QST 98.

The Stormrider 102 represents the widest and most powder-focused offering in Stöckli’s all-mountain freeride Stormrider collection. True to the Swiss manufacturer’s race heritage, this handcrafted ski excels at holding an edge when charging on groomers. However, unlike its narrower siblings, the Stormrider 102 features a substantial shovel and 102 mm waist that provide impressive floatation in soft snow while maintaining stability in variable terrain.

The 2026 Völkl Blaze 104 serves as the brand’s playful all-mountain option that bridges the gap between the pure freestyle focus of the Revolt series and the directional stability of the Mantra line. At the end of the day, the Blaze prioritizes accessibility over pure power.

Völkl has added another new ski to its Revolt lineup, rounding out the crew by touching on Völkl’s race heritage while staying true to the Revolt line’s freestyle DNA. The Revolt 101 sits in the middle of the collection, between the Revolt 104 and the Revolt 96.