2027 Salomon Depart 02 Skis

The 2027 Salomon Depart 02 builds on the brand’s renewed freestyle vision with a slightly narrower platform and a quick, responsive feel. With a fun twin shape, full woodcore, and balanced rocker-camber-rocker profile, it blends park precision with all-mountain versatility. At just under 100 mm underfoot, the Depart 02 feels nimble edge to edge while still offering enough surface area for creative lines beyond the terrain park.

Why we like it:

It strikes a rare balance between playful looseness and real carving composure. The Depart 02 feels just as comfortable locking into a clean arc as it does sliding a rail or buttering off a side hit.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert freestyle skiers who want a park-driven ski that keeps its composure across the rest of the mountain. Ideal for riders who value switch skiing, technical tricks, and a responsive platform that can handle firm snow laps between park sessions.

Highlights:

The Depart 02 features full sandwich sidewalls paired with a Karuba and Poplar full woodcore, delivering a lively yet stable flex pattern. Fiberglass laminates enhance snap and energy, while wide steel edges add durability for park impacts and firm snow grip. The FS Park profile utilizes 21 percent tip rocker and 18 percent tail rocker with camber underfoot, giving the ski a playful feel with dependable edge hold when carving. TI Binding Reinforcement underfoot adds strength and retention for repeated hard landings.

Things to consider:

While versatile, the Depart 02 is still rooted in freestyle design. Directional skiers who rarely ski switch or who prioritize high-speed charging in chopped snow may prefer a flatter tail and a more metal-heavy construction. Its lighter, more playful build favors creativity over brute-force dampness.

Fit & sizing considerations:

The Depart 02 skis true to size with a balanced twin tip feel. Freestyle-oriented skiers may size down slightly for quicker spins and improved maneuverability, while those using it as a daily driver can stick with their typical all-mountain length for added stability.