Black Crows Atris Skis 2027

The Atris has earned a loyal following over the years, and for good reason. It's one of those skis that manages to do a lot of things well without feeling like it's making major compromises anywhere.

For 2027, nothing has changed except the topsheet, and honestly, that's not a bad thing. The current Atris is one of the strongest versions Black Crows has ever built.

At 105 mm underfoot, the Atris sits in a sweet spot for skiers who want a true freeride ski that can still handle everyday resort conditions. It's wide enough to float in fresh snow but narrow enough that you don't feel like you're dragging around a powder ski when conditions are firm.

What stands out most about the Atris is how balanced it feels. Some skis in this category lean heavily toward playful. Others lean heavily toward directional charging. The Atris sits comfortably in the middle. It has enough backbone to stay composed at speed and blast through chopped-up snow, while still feeling easy to pivot, slash, and maneuver when terrain gets tight.

For a ski with this much rocker and soft-snow bias, edge grip is surprisingly good. It won't carve like a frontside ski, nor does it have the bulldozer feel of something like a Blizzard Rustler 10, but it holds an edge well enough to inspire confidence when conditions firm up.

Where the Atris really shines is off-piste. Trees, bowls, soft bumps, powder stashes, spring slush, natural features—this ski feels at home wherever the snow is interesting. Turn initiation is quick, it releases from a carve easily, and it encourages a more playful style of skiing without feeling loose or nervous.

One of the reasons the Atris appeals to such a wide range of skiers is that it's approachable. Advanced and expert skiers will appreciate its versatility and balanced personality, while strong intermediates looking to step into the freeride category won't find it overly demanding or intimidating.

This isn't a ski built for spending all day laying trenches on groomers. It's built for skiers who leave the groomer whenever something more interesting appears.

And that's exactly why so many people love it.