Salomon QST X Review | 2025 Forecast Ski Test

SALOMON QST X
Category: Powder
Gender: Unisex
Abilities: Intermediate / Advanced / Expert
Lengths: 178, 184, 192
Length Tested: 184
Dimensions: 140/116/127 @ 184
Turn Radius: 25m
Weight: 1,900g (per ski)
Core: Karuba / Poplar Woodcore
MSRP: $949.95 CAD
More Info: salomon.com

I absolutely loved the Salomon QST X. I found this ski to be surprisingly maneuverable and playful, especially considering its substantial width. Even though it’s on the softer side of things compared to some powder skis, it still demonstrated impressive stability underfoot and had no problem crushing crud, cruising at high speeds, and stomping big airs. I had a blast on the QST X during one of the best powder days of the year, and skied it in everything from steep, open faces to playful pillow fields to tight trees. It performed incredibly well in nearly every type of powder-focused terrain, however I do feel it’s best suited towards bigger, open lines. I also had the chance to take this ski out on a late-season tour, and was thrilled with the ease of its uphill performance as well. —Gavin Andison

Reviewer: Gavin Andison
Age: 24
Height: 5’8”
Weight: 150 lbs
Occupation: Red Mountain Resort Event Coordinator
Years Skiing: 20
Preferred Ski: 183-185cm Length / 110-115mm Underfoot
Preferred Terrain / Conditions: Playful Terrain / Powder

Location: Red Mountain Resort in Rossland, B.C., Canada