Van Deer tour 75 — Review

The Van Deer Tour 75 is a sport touring ski built on the Race Tour 65 lightweight construction philosophy but with a wider 75 mm waist. Verified sidecut is 111-75-97 mm across both lengths (161, 171 cm) with radii of 18 m and 19 m and weights of 910 g (161) and 990 g (171). Positioned between the pure race Tour 65 and wider descent-oriented Tour 85/95.

At 75 mm underfoot and 910-990 g, the Tour 75 combines race-tour uphill efficiency with better descent versatility than the Race Tour 65. The 18-19 m radius suits controlled medium-length carves on firm off-piste and hardpack. Off-piste versatility is limited by the narrow waist; this is a sport-touring tool, not a freeride tour.

Lightweight touring construction derived from Race Tour 65. Constant 111-75-97 mm sidecut, radii 18 m (161) and 19 m (171), weights 910 g and 990 g. Pairs with Kohla Tour 75 mohair skin (100% mohair).

Compared to the Van Deer Race tour 65 the Tour 75 is 10 mm wider with more descent versatility. Against the Dynafit Blacklight 80 it targets a similar sport-touring segment with a slightly narrower waist. Compared to the Dynafit Radical 88 it is narrower and lighter with less all-round range.

Pros

• Verified specs at both lengths.
• Race Tour 65 lightweight construction with wider 75mm waist.
• 910-990 g competitive for sport-touring segment.
• Sensible balance for ambitious sport tourers.

Cons

• 75 mm waist limits off-piste float.
• Only two lengths (161, 171 cm).
• Not for freeride touring or deep powder.
• Premium boutique pricing.

Verdict: A sport-touring 75 mm ski that balances race-tour uphill efficiency with sensible descent range. Best for ambitious sport tourers who want a light ski with more versatility than the Race Tour 65.