By Mason Turner
Atomic Maverick 115 cti
Who it’s for and overall feel
If you want a powder-biased freeride tool that still carves and charges between storms, the Maverick 115 CTI hits a rare balance. With a 115 mm waist, directional shape, and a surprisingly quick 17–19 m sidecut, it feels intuitive from first turn. It planes fast, pivots when you ask, and stays composed when you open it up. Advanced to expert skiers who like to drive the front of the ski will get the most out of it, though its forgiving tip keeps it accessible in tight trees.
Construction and design
Under the hood, a Power Woodcore of poplar and ash is wrapped in CTI reinforcement—carbon and titanal working together for torsional grip and quiet damping. The Powder Rocker profile (about 30/50/20 tip/camber/tail) gives early rise for float, real camber for energy, and a modest tail rocker for support. The HRZN 3D tip increases surface area without extra length, helping the ski stay on top and roll cleanly into turns. Sidewalls are durable and transmit edge pressure predictably on firm snow.
Powder performance and playfulness
In soft snow the ski is confident and playful. The HRZN tip resists diving in blower while the shortish sidecut makes quick slashes easy in trees and wind pockets. It favors a directional stance but never feels locked in; smearable and surfy when you get light on the tails, yet supportive for landing airs and stomping spines. Compared with looser shapes like the Bent 120 or Anima, it tracks straighter and offers more rebound, trading a touch of slarviness for drive and precision.
Stability on mixed snow
When the powder gets chopped, the CTI layup and moderate weight (about 2150 g in 193) keep chatter in check. There’s enough mass to smooth refrozen debris and crud without feeling sluggish. On groomers, the 50% camber and reduced tail rocker set a long edge for a confident carve; it grips better than many 115-mm skis and prefers medium to long arcs. It won’t bulldoze like a metal tank such as a Katana 108 or Cochise 110, but it’s notably calmer than featherweight 116–118 mm options.
Sizing, specs, mount, and alternatives
Lengths run 177, 185, and 193 cm with 17/18/19 m radii. Tip/tail widths scale slightly (about 139.5–141.5 mm front, 128.5–130.5 mm rear) around a 115 mm waist. The Powder Rocker planes fast, camber adds pop and edge hold, and the firmer tail boosts support exiting turns. Weight near 4300 g per pair in 193 helps stability. Most skiers should start on the recommended mount; nudge forward for more pivot, back for maximum drive. Consider Rustler 11 or QST 118 for softer feel, Katana 108 if you crave more metal.
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