By Liam Anderson
J skis Fastforward
Overview and character
The Fastforward is a playful, frontside‑focused all‑mountain ski built for riders who want precise carving on groomers with the agility to dart through trees and bumps. With a 92 mm waist it feels nimble in short turns but retains enough platform for confident long‑radius carves. The subtle tip rocker and 6 mm camber underfoot allow the ski to enter turns smoothly while delivering immediate response when you apply pressure. The overall design emphasizes energy transfer and edge control without becoming top‑heavy, making it easy to move and redirect quickly.
Key specs explained
The specs explain much of the ski’s behavior. The 124/92/111 mm tip/waist/tail profile gives quick turn initiation and a stable contact area at speed; 6 mm of camber provides snap and edge grip. Tip length and lower tail height reduce swing weight and make pivots easier, while the listed effective edge and sidecut radius determine how the ski holds and arcs through turns. The maple core with narrow Titanal strips creates a lively but damped underfoot feel; full‑height sidewalls plus thick edges and a sintered base prioritize durability and maintainability.
On‑snow performance
On snow the Fastforward feels immediate: sharp edge hold, quick turn initiation and a lively personality that rewards active skiers. The narrow Titanal laminate underfoot helps control chatter and gives reassurance on harder snow and compressed bumps. In trees and tight terrain the ski is surprisingly agile thanks to its shorter effective edge and modest tip volume — it pivots easily and feels forgiving on quick transitions. While it won’t float like a wide powder board in deep snow, it handles variable conditions and chopped up corduroy very well.
Strengths and trade‑offs
Strengths include a durable, tunable platform – thick edges and a sintered UHMW base mean the ski will take many hits and maintain tune life. The combination of aspen in the tips with multiple maple laminates keeps swing weight down while still providing a powerful, damped feeling where it matters. Drawbacks are the limited flotation in deeper powder due to the 92 mm waist and modest tip width, and some riders may find longer sizes feel a touch heavier at slow, technical maneuvers. At high speeds it’s capable but not a dedicated big‑mountain charger.
Who should buy and comparisons
Who should buy this ski and how does it stack up? The Fastforward is ideal for skiers who spend most of their day on piste, in lifts‑served all‑mountain terrain, or skiing tight lines in trees and bumps but still want metal‑backed stability. Comparable skis are other 90–95 mm waist all‑mountain frontside models with a metal laminate for added control. Choose the Fastforward if you want a snappy, playful ride with robust construction. For sizing, lean toward your normal ski length for all‑mountain balance; go shorter for maximum playfulness.
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