By Andrew Ingold
Head Standard review
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Overview
Overview: The 75th‑anniversary Standard is a modern reissue of a classic name, built as a sporty front‑side all‑mountain ski. With a Speed Rocker profile (slightly raised tip and camber underfoot) and a relatively narrow waist of roughly 70–72 mm, it targets skiers who want quick, precise carves and a playful feel on groomers while remaining capable in variable front‑side conditions. Offered in five lengths (149–177 cm), it marries historical lineage with contemporary materials and feels refined, responsive and energetic on edge.
Construction and features
Construction and features: The ski employs a high‑end sandwich construction with Graphene Worldcup elements, added Titanal layers and Crossforce Carbon reinforcement in the tip and tail, paired with a race‑structured UHM base and a Better Balance plate. EMC vibration management is used to reduce chatter and improve high‑speed stability. The result is a blend of stiffness and controlled flex that delivers precise energy transfer, strong edge hold and damping appropriate for a performance front‑side ski without feeling cumbersome.
On‑snow performance
On‑snow performance: The Speed Rocker makes turn initiation easy and forgiving while the camber underfoot preserves solid edge bite and rebound for carving. The narrow waist (≈70–72 mm) and tip/tail geometry (tip ≈124–130 mm / tail ≈109–110 mm) favor short to medium turn radii (roughly 11.9–14.3 m depending on length) and agile edge changes. This ski feels lively and quick edge‑to‑edge on groomers; its narrower profile limits flotation in deep, off‑piste snow and requires confident technique at very high speeds.
Who it suits and comparisons
Who it suits and comparisons: This ski is aimed at advanced to strong intermediate skiers who spend most of their time on pistes and want a sporty, race‑inspired all‑mountain tool. Think of it alongside other high‑end front‑side performance skis: a carving‑focused, playful option with modern damping and materials. Drawbacks are its narrow waist for riders who prioritize deep‑snow flotation and the lack of an official published weight, which can complicate choosing the ideal length and stiffness without trying it first.
Specs explained & buying advice
Specs explained & buying advice: Key specs and what they mean: Speed Rocker = easier turn initiation; camber underfoot = edge grip and rebound; tip/waist/tail (≈124–130 / 70–72 / 109–110 mm) = flotation, edge hold and turn release; radius (≈11.9–14.3 m) = preferred turn size. Weight is not published — ask retailers for per‑ski grams if that matters. Recommendation: demo before you buy, choose a length based on your weight and desired turn radius (longer for stability), and consider the PR/Protector plate/binding packages available.