{"product_id":"depart-02-2027-black-glitter-silver-met-ski","title":"Départ 02 2027 Black\/ Glitter \/ Silver Met Ski","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Salomon Départ 02 2027 Black \/ Glitter \/ Silver skis are designed for creative skiers who see opportunities for new tricks everywhere on the mountain. From rails and kickers in the snowpark to side hits along the piste: this freestyle ski is all about playfulness, pop, and freedom of movement. The relatively soft flex makes presses and butters easier, while the full poplar wood core provides a lively rebound. Thanks to the twin-tip shape and the Rocker-Camber-Rocker profile, you can switch-ski with ease and try out creative lines. A versatile freestyle ski for riders who love to develop their own style, both inside and outside the park.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerrain: Freestyle \u0026 Park\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Départ 02 is right at home in the snow park, where its playful character really shines on rails, kickers, and other freestyle features. On the piste, too, it invites you to seek out side hits and ride alternative lines. Its relatively wide waist offers extra support in softer snow, while the construction maintains sufficient grip on hard surfaces. For pure race-oriented carving or deep powder snow, more specialized skis are a better choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfile: Rocker-Camber-Rocker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rocker-Camber-Rocker profile combines camber underfoot with raised tips and tails. The camber provides grip, pop, and support when taking off and landing jumps. The rocker zones make the ski easier to turn and provide extra freedom of movement for butters, presses, and spins. This gives the Départ 02 a playful feel without losing control when you’re skiing hard on the edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape \u0026 Sidecut: Twin Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe twin-tip construction allows you to ski both forward and switch. The raised tip and tail support a freestyle-oriented riding style and make landings in both directions easier. At a length of 180 cm, the Départ 02 has a geometry of 134-100-122 mm and a turning radius of 15 meters. The 100 mm waist width provides a stable platform for jumps and landings, while the relatively short radius ensures agile turns and quick changes of direction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlex \u0026 Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Départ 02 features a relatively supple, freestyle-oriented flex that encourages creative tricks. The Full Poplar Woodcore delivers a lively response and ample rebound for powerful takeoffs on ollies and jumps. Fiberglass reinforcements support the construction, while the Full Sandwich Sidewalls ensure direct power transfer to the steel edges. The wider steel edges and 100% recycled base make the ski suitable for intensive use in the park.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLevel: Intermediate to Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis ski is designed for intermediate to advanced skiers who enjoy freestyle skiing or want to further develop their tricks. The accessible flex helps with practicing presses, butters, and rotations, while the construction provides enough support for bigger jumps. Experienced park riders who prefer a playful ski over an extremely stiff model will also feel right at home on this one. For absolute beginners who are primarily learning their first turns, a more traditional on-piste ski is easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnologies: Full Poplar Woodcore \u0026 Ti Binding Reinforcement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Full Poplar Woodcore uses a solid poplar wood core for a lively ride and natural rebound. The wood core also helps filter out vibrations and ensures consistent contact with the snow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTi Binding Reinforcement is a titanal reinforcement under the binding that improves power transfer and provides extra edge grip on hard snow. This gives you more control when approaching kickers and during hard landings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Sandwich Sidewalls support precise edge grip and a predictable response. This helps you maintain sufficient control when heading from the park onto the piste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhich ski length should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Départ 02 is available in 164, 172, 180, and 188 cm. A shorter length makes spins, butters, and technical rail tricks easier because the ski feels more maneuverable. A longer length offers more stability for bigger jumps, higher speeds, and landings. Thanks to the rocker in the tip and tail, the ski feels relatively playful. Choose your length based on your body type, skill level, and the freestyle tricks you want to focus on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBindings \u0026 Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Salomon Départ 02 2027 comes without bindings. The ski does not have an integrated binding system and is sold as a flat ski, allowing you to choose a suitable ski binding separately. This must be professionally mounted and adjusted according to your ski boots, weight, skill level, and riding style. When mounting the bindings, take into account the recommended mounting position, compatibility with your ski boots, and the correct brake width.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStoked Expert Advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Départ 02 is an interesting choice for freestyle skiers who like to experiment with tricks and see the entire mountain as their playground. The combination of a supple flex, lively wood core, and stable twin-tip shape makes it especially fun for park riders who want to develop their own style. Are you looking for a playful ski that lets you mix and match rails, kickers, and side hits? 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