OUR REVIEW OF THE SIMOND WILDER 85
Our complete test of the Simond Wilder 85 was conducted in the field under different snow conditions. Find the detailed analysis of the uphill behavior, downhill performance, strengths, limitations, and our verdict in the magazine.
PRESENTATION OF THE SIMOND WILDER 85
A ski touring designed for efficiency in the mountains
The Simond Wilder 85 was developed for practitioners looking for a lightweight, versatile, and accessible touring ski. With its 85 mm underfoot, it falls into the category of skis intended for long ascents, high elevation outings, and alpine routes where uphill performance remains a key criterion.
Designed to accompany hikers throughout the season, it aims to offer a balance between lightness, precision, and ease of use to meet the needs of a wide range of practitioners.
A construction focused on lightness and versatility
The Wilder 85 benefits from a design developed to optimize the weight-performance ratio. Its architecture combines a wood core with technical reinforcements intended to maintain the rigidity and robustness necessary for regular ski touring practice.
This construction aligns with Simond’s desire to offer a ski capable of limiting fatigue during ascents while retaining the essential qualities to evolve serenely in the various terrains encountered in the mountains.
A width of 85 mm suitable for touring
With its 85 mm underfoot, the Wilder 85 prioritizes efficiency during ascents and evolutions on hard or transformed snow. This width allows for maintaining a contained weight while offering enough versatility to tackle a wide variety of conditions throughout the winter.
Its modern shape combines maneuverability and precision to meet the demands of practitioners looking for a ski easy to handle and capable of accompanying both nearby outings and more ambitious projects.
A four-season touring program
The Simond Wilder 85 is aimed at skiers who prioritize a practice focused on the mountains and elevation. Its positioning makes it a model particularly suited for long hikes, raids, and alpine routes requiring lightweight and efficient equipment.
Thanks to its intermediate width, optimized construction, and versatile program, the Wilder 85 presents itself as a solution for practitioners looking for a touring ski capable of accompanying them in most of their mountain adventures.
CHARACTERISTICS
- Sidecut: 108-85-122
- Measured weight: 2880 g
- Sizes: 154 161 168 176 cm
- Radius: 19 m
- Price: 670 € (with skins and bindings)
- Similar since: 2020/2021
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