By Emma Lawson
Movement Alp tracks 96
Overview
The Alp Tracks 96 is a lightweight, versatile alpine-touring ski featuring a progressive tip rocker, solid camber underfoot and a gentle tail rocker. With a 96 mm waist it balances uphill efficiency and downhill capability: wide enough to give flotation in softer snow yet narrow enough to provide quick edge-to-edge response on firmer snow. Built in Switzerland, it offers refined finish and an athletic, responsive feel that will appeal to experienced tourers who want a ski that performs efficiently on the skintrack and confidently on the descent.
Downhill Performance
On the descent the Alp Tracks 96 rewards with precision and stability. Race Edge and a sintered Speed Base contribute to crisp edge hold and good glide, while cork tip spacers dampen vibrations on rougher snow. The sidecut and turn radius (18–19.5 m depending on length) produce a progressive turn behavior: shorter lengths feel quicker and more playful; longer lengths track well at speed and hold in long arcs. That makes the ski versatile across conditions — groomers, tracked-up spring snow and firmer backcountry lines are all within its range.
Uphill & Touring Efficiency
Uphill efficiency is a standout thanks to an ultralight paulownia core and a pre-preg carbon layup that reduces weight without sacrificing torsional stiffness. Per-ski weights run roughly 1180 g (162 cm) to 1340 g (186 cm), which is competitive for a performance-oriented 96 mm ski. A double mounting plate under the bindings adds security for heavier charges on technical descents and Movement offers Colltex-cut skins sized for this model, simplifying real-world touring setup and durability for long days.
Construction and Specs Explained
Construction and specs explain how this ski balances weight and performance: the paulownia core gives low mass with decent dampening; carbon laminates provide snap and torsional rigidity; sandwich sidewalls increase edge support and longevity. The rockered tip improves flotation and turn initiation, camber underfoot preserves edge grip and rebound, and the small tail rocker helps release turns cleanly. Turn radius impacts how the ski handles — lower numbers mean quicker, shorter turns; higher numbers favour stability at speed. Together these elements make a lightweight yet sporty package.
Who should buy and comparisons
Who should choose this ski and how does it compare? The Alp Tracks 96 is aimed at advanced tourers who demand downhill performance without heavy uphill penalties. Compared to other mid-fat (≈96 mm waist) touring skis, it leans toward a stiffer, more precise feel that prioritizes carve and edge control rather than playful surfy behavior. Possible drawbacks include less ideal performance in deep, unconsolidated powder and for riders who prefer a very surfy, float-first design — wider models excel there.
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