Down THROWDOWN Carbon 105 — Review

The Down THROWDOWN Carbon 105 is a playful, all‑mountain freestyle daily driver built to blur lines between park laps, trees, side hits, and soft‑snow days. A symmetrical freestyle rocker with camber underfoot gives it a loose, surfy feel that still bites when you tip it on edge.

On‑snow performance

Groomers/hardpack: The 19 m radius (182 cm) and underfoot camber provide predictable edge hold and medium‑radius turns. The short running length makes it ultra‑pivoty and easy to feather. It’s not a high‑speed carver, but it stays composed for a playful 105.
Chop/crud: Its relatively low mass (listed 3825 g, very likely per pair) keeps it lively. PU walls, rubber damping, and triax glass help, but it won’t bulldoze refrozen chop like heavier builds (think ON3P Jeffrey 108 or Blizzard Rustler 10). It rewards an active, slashy style.
Soft snow/pow: At 105 mm with symmetrical rocker, it planes early and rides predictably forward or switch. Perfect for trees and playful lines up to ~8 inches/20 cm. For storm days beyond that, a wider ski will float easier.
Park/switch: Symmetrical rocker and the recommended mount (−35 mm from true center) produce a balanced swing weight, confidence on switch landings, and easy takeoffs. The carbon stringer adds energetic pop. Heavy‑duty 2.3 mm edges and a sintered base support durability.

Construction & durability

Full poplar core with a hardwood insert underfoot for binding retention.
Triax fiberglass plus a full‑length carbon stringer for snap and weight savings.
PU/ABS sidewalls with Semperdur rubber damping, double‑annealed 2.3 mm edges, CPS sintered base, and a new mini‑cap top edge (25/26) to resist chipping.

Mounting & setup

Recommended line: −35 mm from true center. Move +5 mm for a more freestyle‑centric stance; −5 to −10 mm for a touch more directional support.

Comparisons

Armada ARV 106: Heavier and damper; the Down feels lighter, quicker, and poppier, but less planted in rough snow.
Line Sir Francis Bacon: Softer and butter‑ier; the Down offers more underfoot support and better edge fidelity on firm.
Atomic Bent 110: Looser and surfier in deep snow; the Down is crisper on groomers and lighter feeling edge‑to‑edge.

Who it’s for (and who it isn’t)

Yes: Freestyle‑leaning skiers who ride switch, love side hits and trees, and want a lively daily driver.
Not ideal: Directional chargers seeking maximum damping and multiple length options. Currently, it’s offered in 182 cm only.

Specs explained

Rocker profile: Symmetrical freestyle rocker + camber underfoot. Playful and forgiving with reliable edge bite when pressured.
Sidecut 129‑105‑126 mm: A versatile 105 mm waist; slightly narrower tail than tip for intuitive release.
Radius 19 m (182 cm): All‑mountain sweet spot—stable enough yet still agile.
Weight 3825 g (likely per pair): Light‑mid class for this width, aiding spins, but not a bulldozer in chop.
Length 182 cm: Suits a broad range; limited sizing is the main drawback.

Key takeaways

Playful all‑mountain freestyle: Surfy, pivot‑friendly, confident switch.
Lively pop and low swing weight: Easy spins, quick slashes, energetic feel.
Respectable edge hold: Camber keeps it honest on firm snow.
Less crud‑smashing stability: Heavier skis feel calmer at top speed.
Built to last: 2.3 mm edges, sintered base, mini‑cap for chip resistance.

Frequently asked questions

Q: How stable is the Down THROWDOWN Carbon 105 at speed?
A: It’s composed for a playful 105, but not a charger. Lighter construction favors agility; if you often ski fast in rough snow, consider a damper, heavier alternative.

Q: Can it be a one‑ski quiver?
A: For freestyle‑oriented riders who split time between groomers, park, trees, and soft snow, yes. If you prioritize deep‑pow flotation or race‑like carving, pick a specialist.

Q: What bindings pair well?
A: Solid alpine or hybrid options like Pivot/Attack/Griffon fit the brief. For occasional touring, a Shift/CAST setup works—mount near −35 mm to keep the balanced feel.