2026 Dynastar M-Cross 88 W

Fine-tuned and ready to rip, the 2026 Dynastar M-Cross 88 W is an ideal choice for advanced skiers who want a smooth and stable ride with quiet and elegant power. While we get a new graphic for 2026, the nuts and bolts as well as the footprint remain the same.

Now in the second year of the build, we get another season to feel the power and sophistication of the ski. The big thing that we see here as far as sophistication in the build is Dynastar’s Hybrid Core 2.0 technique. Filtering into most of their performance line of skis, it incorporates poplar wood but in a multi-dimensional format. Through this layering process, two layers of the core are fused together through force, eliminating the need for adhesive. This not only increases the sustainability of the ski but it greatly enhances instant rebound and feedback. Combining polyurethane along the sides provides an impressive level of dampness and smoothness from tip to tail, absorbing any unwanted vibrations. On top of the core, Dynastar uses an H-shaped metal laminate which places emphasis along the edges of the ski, enhancing edge grip and power to allow for exceptionally clean, sharp carving capabilities. With a silent nature and lively pep, groomer performance is off the charts while still leaving plenty of room for off-piste exploration. Tester Coleen Shepherd notes that it’s an “awesome ski. Smooth, initiated turns easily and is fun to play in and out of the bumps.”

As innovative as the construction is, the footprint is equally notable. From a shaping perspective, the most noticeable characteristic that separates this ski from the rest is the tip width. In the 167 cm length, the width of the shovel is 134 mm, which pairs with a 116 mm tail width and 87 mm waist width. This is a significant size for the front of a ski of this width and has a lot to do with performance. Contributing to easy turn initiation and good flotation, it also boasts decent torsional stiffness which allows you to get up on edge and pulls you into a turn with ease. Combined with a long camber profile and minimal tip and tail rocker, which accentuates a long effective edge and impeccable edge grip, the overall shape is ideal for all-mountain carving purposes with enough agility to experience the bumps and trees as well. Ashley Turner states that she “had a lot of fun on these skis. They were very maneuverable and playful in the softer snow. They held an edge well in the shady firmer snow as well.”

The 2026 Dynastar M-Cross 88 W is an awesome all-mountain ski that can carve it up with the best of them. While the tail is on the stiffer side and can be a bit disconcerting for intermediate skiers, the easy initiation of the shovel and the shorter arc makes it totally accessible as long as you’re aware of the tail stiffness.