Van Deer SL Ski Set + MARKER COMP 13 Bindings

The Van Deer SL is a slalom ski designed for expert skiers and athletes seeking top-level performance on groomed slopes. Developed and approved by Marcel Hirscher and manufactured in Austria, it is part of the Race series and directly translates World Cup standards into everyday skiing. Paired with Marker Comp 13 FDT GW bindings, the Van Deer SL Ski + MARKER COMP 13 Binding Pack offers a cohesive setup focused on precision, responsiveness, and absolute control in turns. This pack is designed for experienced skiers capable of making the most of a competition-grade ski on groomed runs.

A demanding slalom program, focused on groomed runs

The Van Deer SL Ski Pack + MARKER COMP 13 Bindings is designed exclusively for alpine skiing on hard snow and groomed runs. Its performance profile is geared toward slalom: short, tight turns linked together with precision. With a turning radius of 12.5 m for the 165 cm length, the ski demands a sharp, precise line that rewards a technical skier capable of committing fully to the edges and maintaining a sustained edge angle throughout the turn. This is not a versatile or all-mountain ski: it is optimized for a specific discipline on specific terrain and tolerates very little imprecision in handling.

Dimensions designed for grip and precision in short turns

The dimensions of the 165 cm ski are 118.5 mm at the tip, 67.5 mm at the waist, and 103.5 mm at the tail. This narrow waist width is characteristic of slalom skis: it promotes rapid weight transfer from one edge to the other and crisp grip on hard snow. The 12.5-meter turning radius enables short, dynamic turns, ideal for the closely spaced gates of a slalom course or for technical skiing on groomed runs. The Race edges and Race base round out this profile, ensuring maximum grip on compact snow.

A Race Room construction for stiffness and efficient power transfer

The ski’s structure is based on a torsion-box sandwich architecture known as Race Room. Here are the construction elements that define its performance:

• Ash-poplar wood core: combines stiffness and lightness for a lively and direct response to every push.
• Double layer of Titanal: enhances stability at high speeds and improves the transfer of the skier’s power to the snow.
• Prepreg composite layers: ensure uniform structural cohesion and contribute to the ski’s overall responsiveness.
• Full-length ABS sidewalls: protect the ski’s lateral structure and contribute to the sidewall’s mechanical strength.
• Corundum surface: ensures increased resistance and durability of the base, compatible with high-precision edge sharpening.

The FDT plate, integrated between the ski and the binding, maintains the ski’s natural flex while providing smooth shock absorption, which preserves the skiing feel without artificially stiffening the ski.

Marker Comp 13 FDT GW bindings: safety and GripWalk compatibility

The Marker Comp 13 FDT GW bindings round out the package with a DIN release range of 3 to 13, suitable for committed skiers who generate significant forces when turning. GripWalk compatibility allows for the use of boots with GW soles, offering superior walking comfort without compromising power transfer while skiing. Their combination with the FDT plate ensures mechanical continuity between the ski, the binding, and the boot.

The Van Deer SL Ski Pack + MARKER COMP 13 Bindings is designed for expert skiers who ski on groomed runs with a strong technical focus: precision line choice, aggressive edge engagement, and a series of short turns. Its high level of technical demand makes it a tool reserved for those who have already mastered the fundamentals of alpine skiing and wish to improve or excel in a precision discipline.