By Ethan Sullivan
Moment Deathwish 112
Overview
The Deathwish 112 is a wide freeride/all‑mountain ski built around a Triple Camber profile: rocker in the tip and tail with low center camber and micro‑camber pockets fore and aft of the binding. That profile gives it a rare blend of surfy float in powder and surprisingly reliable edge bite on firmer snow. It’s aimed at riders who want a playful, energetic ski for pow, chop and varied conditions while retaining composure and speed at higher velocities.
Construction and materials
The construction centers on a vertically laminated poplar and European beech core; the beech addition increases power and dampens chatter. Extruded ABS sidewalls add stiffness and make repairs straightforward. A carbon‑hybrid layup (triaxial fiberglass plus carbon) boosts torsional rigidity and pop, while VDS rubberized damping reduces vibration. The 7500 series carbon‑infused sintered UHMWPE base is durable and fast, and beefy 2.2 mm Euro edges provide long life and secure edge hold.
Specs and what they mean
Specs explain on‑snow behavior: the 138 mm tip promotes early planing and helps initiate turns in soft snow, the 112 mm waist balances float and edge purchase across mixed snow, and the 129 mm tail aids planing and stability through turn exits. Offered in 174/179/184/190 cm with radii from 22–27 m, shorter lengths are more nimble while longer skis deliver more high‑speed stability. Pair weights run ~3.8–4.4 kg, so swing weight is noticeable but not excessive.
On‑snow performance
On snow the ski feels like a committed freerider that’s still lively and forgiving. In powder it planes and surfs effortlessly, in chop and crud it soaks up impacts and maintains directional control. Triple Camber gives better edge bite on harder patches than a pure rocker would, so you can confidently link firmer turns when needed. A slightly rearward progressive mount point boosts drive and float. Expect a bit more swing weight than a narrower frontside ski and a tradeoff in on‑edge quickness on icy groomers.
Comparisons, who it’s for & drawbacks
Compared with other 110–115 mm freeride skis, the Deathwish 112 stands out for its damping, pop, and the Triple Camber versatility. It’s not a dedicated carving tool for hardpack specialists, nor is it the lightest backcountry tourer, but for aggressive freeriders who want one ski to do most of it—powder, choppy trees, high‑speed slashes—this is a strong contender. Consider shorter lengths for tight trees and longer for big mountain speed.
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