The 10 Best Park Skis of 2023-2024
By: Jordan Sunshine: Ski Buyer | October 18, 2023
As park skiing has evolved, so have park skis. There’s always been a bit of a divide in park skiing, between jibby, video-focused park skiers, who prioritize style, and competition skiers who are looking for light, precise skis to help them land technical tricks. Of course, skiers have always bridged that gap, filming great video parts, while also getting strong comp results, but for brands making park skis, it’s always been challenging to bridge that divide with a single ski. Luckily though, in recent years, more and more companies have figured out how to make versatile skis that appeal to every park skier, making choosing a park ski easier then ever.
New This Year:
The 2024 season heralds a broadened horizon for park skiing enthusiasts with the advent of wider, all-mountain park skis. Moving away from the traditionally narrower designs, the new wider profiles are tailored to enhance versatility and stability, whether cruising the mountain or showcasing skills in the terrain park. This shift towards all-mountain adaptability ensures skiers can effortlessly transition between playful park sessions and exploring the rest of the mountain. The wider dimension not only elevates the fun quotient but also broadens the scope of creativity, allowing skiers to push the boundaries of what's possible in the park and beyond. This year's lineup of park skis resonates with the evolving desires of freestyle skiers, offering a more inclusive platform to explore, experiment, and express on the snow.
This Year's Best Park Skis:
Atomic Bent 90
Sure, the Atomic Bent 90 Skis have their heart in the park, but their soaring popularity has returned some surprising feedback - they're a great all-mountain ski as well for anyone who values a light and maneuverable ski that still can hang on hard snow. With a Light Woodcore and Dura Cap construction, the Bent 90 can go as hard as you can and reward you in kind.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 90 mm | 1600 g | $549.95 |
Armada BDog
Phil Casabon AKA BDog is the one the the greatest street skiers of all time. And his signature ride, the Armada BDog Skis, are one of the greatest park and urban skis of all time as well. The BDog is super flexy, loaded with pop, and ready to rock your local terrain park or urban feature. They butter better than almost any ski on the market and are a prime tool for high level freestyle skiers looking to unleash their creativity.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 94 mm | 1775 g - 1950 g | $599.95 |
Season Kin
Forget gate bashing, aerodynamic optimization, and torture devices disguised as ski boots. Skiing is supposed to be fun, remember? The Season Kin Skis know it, and they won't let you forget. These twin tools of all mountain destruction are perfect for skiers who view the resort as one giant playground, boasting a playful, pressable flex and a versatile sub-100mm waist width that hits the sweet spot for life spent both in and out of the park.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 95 mm - 98 mm | 1700 g - 1900 g | $599.00 |
Line Skis Chronic 94
Slightly narrower than its predecessor but beefed up under foot for better edge grip and more power, the Line Skis Chronic 94 Skis are the best version yet of this much loved classic. Sporting an Aspen Veneer core, Bio-Resin layup, and Thick-Cut Sidewalls, the Chronic 94 is a strong performer anywhere from bump lines to groomer zoomers to the park.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 94 mm | 1920 g | $549.95 |
ZAG Slap 92
The ZAG Slap 92 Skis are the pick for all terrain riding when the conditions don't require a wider ski. They carve well, pivot on a dime, and have enough rocker to keep things fun when it snows a few inches overnight. Featuring ZAG's Heavy Duty Light Construction and a Semi Cap sideway design, the Slap 92 skis add a little French flair while you wait for the next storm.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (m) | Original Price |
| M: 92 mm W: 91 mm - 92 mm |
M: 1660 g - 1820 g W: 1550 g - 1610 g |
$779.00 |
Elan Playmaker 91
Elan's long ago nailed the smooth-turning all-mountain category with their Ripstick series, but what if you want to ride switch and toss a couple tricks into your routine on the way down the hill? Creative types can rest easy with the new Elan Playmaker 91 Skis, designed to roll forward or backward with equal ease and still give you optimal performance on edge. Built around a Tubelite wood core with dual carbon rods built into the wood, and with ample rocker at both ends, the Playmaker 91 is able to mix up all manner of tricks and turns to match your mood.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 91 mm | 1630 g | $599.99 |
K2 Poacher
Take over the podium on the K2 Poacher Skis, a long time fave for X games riders looking to take their skills to a new level. Built with carbon boost techology and a sturdy fir / aspen wood core, these skis are perfect for sending it big and finding your style.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 96 mm | 2079 g | $599.95 |
Line Skis Honey Badger TBL
Rage like Taylor Lundquist on the Line Skis Honey Badger TBL Skis, Taylor's first pro model and a sure-fire way to make sure your park progression goes forward without a hitch. Surprisingly versatile with its 92mm waist, the TBL Honey Badger will let you keep up with your crew on the upper mountain and excel once you get to the park.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 92 mm | 1499 g | $399.95 |
Faction Prodigy 1
When most of your skiing is done on firm snow, or if you tend to spend more time in the park than anywhere else, there's no reason to go wide. Get the Faction Prodigy 1 Skis and join the legions of satisfied park and pipe wizards who've mastered their craft on this ski and won't look anywhere else. Built for the long haul with a burly Poplar and Ash wood core, Microcap sidewalls and XL 2.5mm edges to keep stompin' when others fail.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (m) | Original Price |
| 88 mm | 1580 g | $499.00 |
Armada Edollo
Henrik Harlaut is a bonafide ski legend, and his pro model skis are legendary in their own right. Named after Harlaut's alter-ego "E-Dollo", and they are built to withstand the rigors of freestyle skiing. Just as he has pushed the envelope of what's possible on skis over the years, his pro model has pushed the envelope of what defines a modern park ski. The Armada Edollo Skis feature a full twin-tip design, making them versatile for both skiing forwards and backwards. Combined with a silky smooth medium flex, a bit more tip rocker than you'd expect out of a 98 mm waisted ski, they are truly built to crush everything in the park and beyond.
| Width (mm) | Weight Per Ski (g) | Original Price |
| 95 mm - 98 mm | 825 g - 1975 g | $649.95 |
Learn More With Our Other Ski Guides:
Skis - Size Chart & Buyer's Guide
Skis - Kids' Size Chart and Buyer's Guide
Skis - Rocker Technology Explained
Ski Bindings – How to Choose & DIN Setting Chart
Ski Boots - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Ski Boots - Boot Sole & Ski Binding Compatibility
Ski Boots – How to Make Your Boots Fit Better
Ski Poles - Size Chart
Skiing - Beginner Skiing Tips
Skiing - How to Fly With Skis
Skiing - How to Get in Shape
Ski Maintenance - Base Repair
Ski Maintenance – How to Store for the Summer
Ski Maintenance – How to Tune
Ski Maintenance – How to Wax
Outerwear - What to Wear Skiing
Outerwear - How to Wash & Waterproof
Outerwear - Regional Ski Guide
Gloves & Mittens - How to Choose
Goggles - How to Choose
Goggles - Wearing Goggles with Glasses
Helmets - How to Choose & Fit Guide
Footbeds - How to Choose
Ski Socks - Sizing & Buyer's Guide
Travel - How to Fly with Skis
Alpine Touring Skis - How to Choose
Avalanche Probes - How to Choose
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Airbag Pack
Backcountry - Choosing an Avalanche Beacon
Backcountry - Climbing Skins Size Guide
Backcountry - Dynafit / Tech Binding Basics
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Bindings
Backcountry - How to Buy Alpine Touring Ski Boots
Backcountry - How to Choose an Avalanche Shovel
Backcountry - How to Choose Climbing Skins
Backcountry Backpacks - How to Choose
Backcountry Basics - How to Get Started
The Selection Process:
Our ski buyers have an endless amount of knowledge on all things skiing stemming from years of experience in the ski industry in tandem with their countless hours spent on slopes everywhere from groomers to the remote backcountry around the world. evo's buyers assess all products coming to market, lean into this knowledge, and put together this selection of the best products. They have a unique perspective as they truly see everything offered across the category.
Jordan Sunshine
I was born and raised in northern Vermont and moved west as soon as I turned 18. I bounced around the PNW for a while eventually following evo’s store openings to Denver where I have called home since and although I will always take even the wettest of pow days, have come to appreciate any day skiing in the sun, be it with friends or my kids.I have been skiing since I was 2 and started working in a ski shop when I was 14, which was way more fun than washing dishes. Over the years I have worked as a ski tech, boot fitter, liftie, product copywriter, and eventually came to manage evo’s Portland and Denver stores. Now I am the Ski Buyer, overseeing ski hardgoods and backcountry accessories.
