The Skitrab ORTLES NEXT 90 is designed for experienced skiers looking for a versatile touring ski capable of meeting the demands of freerando without sacrificing performance on the ascent. With a 92 mm waist, this ski strikes a compelling balance: wide enough to provide good float in fresh or transformed snow, yet compact enough to remain efficient on long ascents. Handcrafted in Bormio, Italy, it embodies the artisanal craftsmanship evident in every detail of its construction. The promise is clear: a ski that accompanies the skier from the start of the alpine pasture all the way to the descent, without any major compromises in either direction.

A freerando profile designed for mountain versatility

The ORTLES NEXT 90 touring ski is designed for challenging outings where the descent matters just as much as the ascent. Its tip-to-tail rocker, with a raised tip spanning 330 mm and a raised tail spanning 130 mm, makes it easier to initiate turns and improves performance in variable snow conditions, while minimizing loss of grip in heavy or crusty snow. The 21-meter turning radius on the 164-cm model makes this ski ideal for sharp, controlled turns, suited for steep slopes and mountain couloirs. Its flexible flex at the tip and tail makes it forgiving and accessible—a valuable quality when fatigue sets in at the end of the day. The 122-92-109 mm dimensions make it a well-balanced ski, equally at home on groomed snow and in light powder.

Lightweight and Construction: The Liwood Core for Effortless Ascents

Weighing 1,140 g each in the 164 cm size, the Skitrab ORTLES NEXT 90 skis boast a lightweight design that directly reduces the effort required with every step on the ascent. This is thanks to the Liwood Air core, a lightweight wood technology that retains the responsiveness needed for effective power transfer during descents. The 14-layer construction incorporates fiberglass and basalt reinforcements: the basalt fiber absorbs vibrations and improves the ski’s flex, resulting in greater comfort on rough terrain and an extended lifespan. Shock Absorber technology rounds out the package by reducing tip chatter, a noticeable benefit on hard-packed snow or uneven surfaces.

Compatibility with skins and related equipment

The ORTLES NEXT 90 features a notch at the tip and a notch at the tail, compatible with the Ski Trab Attivo binding system. Two pre-cut skins are available as dedicated accessories for this model:

• Skin Mohair 90: all-mohair skin for maximum glide on the ascent, ideal on cold, compact snow.
• Skin Mix 90 (65% mohair / 35% nylon): a blended skin offering a good balance between grip and glide, suitable for a variety of conditions.

Two backpacks from the Ortles line, the ORTLES26 2.0 and the ORTLES30 2.0, are also listed as accessories specifically designed for this ski, allowing you to put together a complete kit for ski touring in the mountains.

For the experienced skier looking for a touring ski that combines true lightness on the ascent with aggressive performance on the descent, the Skitrab ORTLES NEXT 90 is a solid choice for varied terrain, from snow-covered slopes to exposed couloirs. Available in lengths of 164 and 171 cm, they accommodate a range of body types and skiing styles within the freerando category.