FAUNA ALPARKA 163 - 2025/25 Ski Test Review

When designing the Alparka, we set out to make a light ski with the perfect balance of flex and energy, whether you want to swerve or throw down on hardpack and could handle some fresh snow or spring slush. We combined a tough & flexible ash core with carbon bands for extra pop & stability. Built off extra thick edges built for impact durability and a fast, sintered race quality base to match. All packed into a full symmetric ski with an 80% camber and low rocker & taper. After multiple prototypes, we finally settled on a construction that did that for us.

We were kitted out in Helly Hansen gear which really kept us super dry and warm when we really needed it. The Elevation Pro Shell jacket and Bib pants was a lovely combo, I had a lot of comments on this gear :)

Mens Shell Jacket and Bib Pants
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The Mens Alpha Insulated Jacket
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The Ladies Elevation Jacket and pants
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