ON3P Woodsman 108 — Review

Overview

The ON3P Woodsman 108 is a directional, all‑mountain/freeride hammer with ON3P’s Signature Rocker. It marries real damping and mass with a surprisingly agile feel, backed by class‑leading durability. If you ski off‑piste, blast through chop, and still want enough edge hold to get home on groomers, the Woodsman 108 is squarely in its element. A lighter Woodsman 108 Tour mirrors the shape for backcountry days.

Shape & construction

• 100% vertically laminated bamboo core: lively, damp, and durable underfoot.
• 2800 hybrid fiberglass/carbon: torsional strength and stability at speed.
• Full UHMW sidewalls, thick 4001 base, and heavy‑duty edges: built to take hits and keep sliding.
• Extra‑wide binding mat: better screw retention and torsional support around the mount.
• Signature Rocker: long tip/tail rocker with camber underfoot, plus a lengthened tip engagement zone for float and easy turn initiation.

On‑snow performance

• Groomers & firm: For 108 mm underfoot, it carves well. The shorter radius underfoot helps quick edge changes. It’s not a frontside carver; medium‑to‑long arcs are its sweet spot.
• Chop & tracked: This is the calling card. The mass and damping keep it composed and reduce deflection so you can stay on the gas when the resort is worked.
• Powder: High tips and extended tip engagement provide trustworthy float. The directional twin tail supports you without being hooky. Not as loose/slarvy as a true surf twin (e.g., ON3P Jeffrey), but very confidence‑inspiring down the fall line.
• Trees & bumps: Short effective edge makes it maneuverable; the weight requires active legs. Consider sizing down if you live in tight terrain.

Mount & sizing

• Recommended mount: directional, around -8 cm. Drive the shovels? Stick to -8 to -9. Want a touch more play? +1 to +2 cm works; don’t go too far forward.
• Lengths: 171/176 for lighter riders or trees; 181 as the all‑rounder; 186/191 if you prioritize speed, open terrain, or are heavier.

Tour vs Freeride

The Woodsman 108 Tour uses a bamboo‑paulownia core, thinner 1.4 mm base, and 2.0 mm edges. Net: roughly 400–500 g per‑ski savings over the Freeride, much better on the skintrack, and still impressively stout for the way down. You give up a touch of damping and impact resistance; for long spring missions an even lighter/narrower ski may be preferable.

Comparisons

• Moment Wildcat 108: Looser and more playful; Woodsman is more directional with slightly better damping.
• Nordica Enforcer 104 Free: Stronger on‑piste edge hold; Woodsman floats better and feels more composed in chop.
• Salomon QST 106: Lighter and more forgiving; Woodsman is heavier, more stable when the snow is rough.
• Blizzard Rustler 10/11: Rustler 10 is quicker edge‑to‑edge but less planted; Rustler 11 floats more but is less precise on firm.

Pros & cons

• Pros: Excellent damping/stability; standout durability; versatile rocker; confidence in chop.
• Cons: Heavier on the foot; not a hard‑snow carver; rewards speed and good input; too heavy for big tours unless you choose the Tour.

Key takeaways

• Damp and stable: Plows through resort chop with control.
• Directional all‑mountain: Prefers medium to big turns at speed.
• Built to last: Thick base/edges and robust layup.
• Touring option: The Tour keeps the shape, drops real weight.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Who is the ON3P Woodsman 108 for?
A: Advanced to expert skiers who frequent off‑piste, chop, and storm days. If you prioritize hard‑snow carving or ultralight touring, there are better tools.

Q: How does it compare to the ON3P Jeffrey 110?
A: The Jeffrey is looser and more freestyle‑oriented. The Woodsman is more directional with better support in the tail and more composure at speed and in rough snow.

Q: What length should I choose?
A: 181 cm is the safe all‑round pick. Size down for trees/tighter terrain or lighter riders; go 186/191 for speed, open spaces, or heavier skiers.

Q: Where should I mount my bindings?
A: ON3P recommends about -8 cm. Stay -8 to -9 for directional skiing; go +1/+2 for a touch more playfulness.

Specs (explained)

• Rocker/camber/rocker (Signature Rocker): blends float and easy turn entry with the grip/rebound of camber.
• 108 mm waist: true all‑mountain width—stable in chunder, floats well, still manageable on groomers.
• Radius ~19–22 m (by length): natural medium‑big turns and stability at speed.
• Weight (per ski, Freeride): 1.90–2.34 kg from 171–191 cm; great damping but you feel the mass.
• Lengths: 171/176/181/186/191 cm for precise fit by size, terrain, and style.