Extrem Project Eco 83 — Review

Overview

The Extrem Project Eco 83 is a frontside‑focused all‑mountain ski: 83 mm underfoot, light tip and tail rocker, and a short turn radius. It shares geometry with the regular Project 83 but is tuned to be a touch softer and more forgiving. Headline feature: it’s Extrem’s most sustainable production ski, built in Åre, Sweden with a high proportion of recycled/bio‑based materials and renewable hydro power.

On‑snow performance

Groomers & carving

Lightning‑quick edge‑to‑edge with intuitive turn initiation. The short sidecut rewards short to medium turns at moderate to brisk speeds.
It’s stable enough for daily frontside laps, but not a metal‑laminate charger; at very high speeds, you’ll notice less mass/damping.

Hardpack & ice

The factory tune (88°/1°) and rubber inserts in tip/tail provide confident bite and reduce chatter for this category.
On scraped, refrozen snow it holds well, though it won’t match the steamroller calm of a Ti‑reinforced ski.

Bumps & trees

Low swing weight and a compliant flex make it easy to pivot, feather, and change lines—great for moguls and tighter spaces.

Mixed snow & side‑of‑piste

In pushed‑around snow it stays lively and easy to steer.
At 83 mm, float is limited and the tip can deflect in heavy chop—this is first and foremost a frontside fun carver.

Build, sustainability, and tune

Poplar/beech wood core (liveliness + stability), prepreg fiberglass, and 1.5 mm racing rubber in tip/tail for damping.
Isospeed 7515 high‑density base with a custom stone grind, extra‑wide ABS sidewalls, and thick steel edges (~2.3 × 2.2 mm) for durability and service life.
Sustainability highlights: ~70% recycled ABS, ~50% recycled bases and topsheets, ~20% recycled steel edges; manufactured with 100% renewable hydro energy.

How it compares

Extrem Project 83 (regular): Eco 83 skis lighter and more forgiving with slightly less high‑speed damping.
Blizzard Brahma 82: more metal‑driven power and stability at speed, but heavier and more demanding than the Eco 83.
Elan Wingman 82 Ti / Fischer RC One 82 GT: stronger edge bite and racey feel; the Eco 83 is more playful and accessible.
Salomon S/Max 10: similar frontside intent; the Eco 83 is a tad wider and notably greener.

Sizing & mounting

Lengths: 162/169/176/183 cm. Size down for maximum agility (short turns, slower speeds) or up for extra stability and grip.
Mount point: −75 mm (162/169), −80 mm (176), −85 mm (183) from true center. The factory line feels balanced; a touch forward quickens turn‑in.

Who is it for?

Intermediate to advanced skiers who spend most days on groomers and want an easy, lively carver with a smaller environmental footprint.
Lighter experts and instructors who love short to medium turns and all‑day comfort.

Key takeaways

Agile carver: short radius and narrow waist deliver rapid edge changes.
Comfortable & forgiving: compliant flex with solid damping for the class.
Built to last, built greener: thick edges, quality base, and recycled content.
Limitations: not a crud‑crusher or warp‑speed charger; limited float.

Specs and what they mean

Rocker profile: light tip/tail rocker. Eases turn initiation and smearing/pivoting while keeping effective edge on hard snow.
Tip/waist/tail widths: 119–122 / 83 / 109–112 mm (by length). Narrow waist = quick edge‑to‑edge; progressive tip/tail shape stabilizes the carve.
Weight (per ski): ~1.41–1.80 kg (162–183). Lower weight = agility and reduced fatigue, with a small trade‑off in top‑end dampness.
Turn radius: 13–16 m (162–183). Short radius favors quick, controlled arc‑to‑arc skiing.
Factory tune: 88°/1°. A proven all‑round bevel for direct bite and predictable engagement.
Base & edges: Isospeed race base + thick edges. Fast glide and long service life with repeated tunes.
Available lengths: 162, 169, 176, 183 cm. Choose length based on speed, mass, and terrain focus.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Who is the Extrem Project Eco 83 for?
A: Frontside‑oriented intermediates to advanced skiers who value agility, ease of use, and sustainability. The Project Eco 83 excels at short to medium carving turns and all‑day comfort.

Q: How does it compare to the regular Project 83?
A: The Project Eco 83 shares the sidecut but is tuned softer and more forgiving. The standard Project 83 is a bit damper at high speed; the Eco feels livelier and lighter on your feet.

Q: Can it handle ice?
A: Yes. The 88°/1° tune, thick edges, and rubber inserts provide strong edge hold for its class. On boilerplate, a metal ski still offers more ultimate calm.

Q: What length should I choose?
A: Think chin‑to‑nose height for agility, or eye height for more stability and grip. Lighter skiers can size down; heavier or faster skiers should size up.

Q: What bindings and mount?
A: Pair with a quality frontside/all‑mountain binding matched to your DIN range. The factory line is balanced; moving a bit forward quickens initiation.