Stöckli Edge FT – Lightweight freeride-touring, real backbone

Overview

The Stöckli Edge FT targets advanced to expert ski tourers who want a playful, light platform that still holds its own when the snow turns firm or choppy. With tip and tail rocker, a super light wood core, and Stöckli’s Vario Sidecut, it blends easy float and pivot with unusual composure for its weight class.

Pros and cons

Pros: Strong stability for the weight; calm on edge in variable and firm snow.
Pros: Playful in soft snow; pivots and slashes easily with supportive freeride tip and tail rocker.
Pros: Efficient on the skin track; low swing weight, touring-tail notch, snow-shedding topsheet.
Cons: Premium price; not as damp as heavy, metal-laminate resort skis.
Cons: Mid-90s waist won’t float like a 105–110 mm powder board on the deepest days.

On-snow performance

Powder & soft snow: The Freeride/Big Powder Tip provides lift without tip dive; the longer, flatter tail rocker keeps the ski loose and maneuverable. It feels more playful than many pure touring skis.
Chop & mixed: The sandwich build and Titanal Technology EVO surface add welcome damping. The ski stays composed at moderate to higher speeds—especially in 176/185 cm with the longer radii.
Firm & steep: For its mass, edge hold is impressive. The 2° side bevel and graphite race base encourage precise engagement. It’s not Stormrider-level damp, but it outperforms most sub-1,600 g tour skis on hardpack.
Uphill efficiency: The super light core and thin glass layup keep weight down (about 1,470 g in 176 cm). Titec EVO reduces snow build-up; the milled touring tail secures skins neatly.

Construction highlights

Super Light wood core (paulownia with birch inserts underfoot): low weight with reinforced binding zone.
Thin Glass Laminate: torsional strength without much mass.
Titanal Technology EVO (surface/coating): extra durability and subtle damping without a full metal layer.
Vario Sidecut: longer lengths get slightly wider tips/tails and bigger radii for more float and stability.
Racing-Graphite base with 1.5° base / 2.0° side bevels: quick glide, forgiving initiation, strong edge bite.

Comparisons

Black Crows Camox Freebird (95): Similar weight class and purpose; Edge FT feels more precise and calmer on firm snow.
Blizzard Hustle 9 (94): Hustle is a bit more resort-friendly and poppy; Edge FT tours lighter and feels subtler in techy terrain.
Atomic Backland 95: Excellent on the uphill; Edge FT is more confident when speeds rise or snow turns inconsistent.
Stöckli Stormrider 95: Heavier, damper, and stronger on-piste; Edge FT is the better choice for big vert and long days.

Sizing advice

167 cm: Shorter, technical terrain or lighter riders seeking agility.
176 cm: Balanced “do-it-all” length for most skiers.
185 cm: Heavier riders, open terrain, or higher speeds; the most float and stability.

Specs by length and what they mean

167 cm – 128-92-117, 16.5 m, ~1390 g/ski: Quick pivoting and agile in tight spaces.
176 cm – 130-94-119, 18.4 m, ~1470 g/ski: The all-round sweet spot for mixed conditions.
185 cm – 132-96-121, 21.0 m, ~1550 g/ski: More support at speed and in soft or broken snow.

What these specs mean

Dimensions (tip/waist/tail): Drive float, edge contact, and release; wider tip = lift, slightly narrower tail = easier smear.
Radius (m): Bigger = stability and longer turns; smaller = snappier, shorter turns.
Weight (g per ski): Lower weight climbs easier; a bit more mass adds downhill composure.
Rocker profile: Tip and tail rocker help with float and pivot; cambered midsection preserves grip.
Base/edge bevels: 1.5° base + 2° side blends forgiving initiation with secure hard-snow hold.

Key takeaways

Light but capable: Touring weight with confidence on firm and mixed snow.
Playful precision: Easy to slash in pow yet accurate edge-to-edge.
One-ski touring quiver: Excels in real backcountry conditions most days.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Who is the Stöckli Edge FT for?
A: Advanced to expert ski tourers who prioritize low weight without sacrificing downhill security. The Stöckli Edge FT shines in mixed backcountry conditions.

Q: Is it resort-capable?
A: Yes, as a light freeride option for sidecountry or tour-to-lift days. Expect less damping than heavy, metal-laminate resort skis.

Q: Which bindings pair well?
A: Pin-tech or hybrid touring bindings (e.g., Marker Alpinist, ATK Raider, Salomon MTN Summit, Dynafit Rotation) keep weight low and downhill performance solid.

Q: How does it compare to Camox Freebird or Backland 95?
A: It’s more precise and composed at speed, with similar uphill efficiency. For the deepest days, a wider ski still floats better.