2026 Dynastar M-Pro W 98

Now in their second year of all-mountain excellence, the 2026 Dynastar M-Pro 98 W is a fun, stable, and versatile ski for high speed cruising and off-trail adventure. These skis get all the benefits from the latest Dynastar’s technology, and as a carryover model for this year, we get another chance to get on these awesome skis. Ideally suited for advanced and expert skiers who like the feel of metal and a nice round turn, these skis will rip groomers and dance through powder with ease, grace, and poise.

Following in the footsteps of the high-performance E-Cross series, the Hybrid 2.0 core technology is incorporated here, using three different wood layers that work together in a multi-dimensional format. By milling one part of the wood core and joining it with another, Dynastar fuses two different parts together without using adhesive. This approach is impressive in that it achieves a refined build without using a lot of materials while also delivering instant feedback as a result. Polyurethane strips are placed on the outer portions of the core, which does a great job at keeping the ski light while greatly reducing unwanted vibrations. The metal layer falls more into the E-Cross's H-shaped Titanal laminate. The long, thin placement in the forebody and long, wide placement in the tails changes to a shorter shape in both front and back of the ski. This allows for easier mobility and release from the tails, which is quite the opposite from last year’s model. It also encourages easier entry into a turn with additional flotation and flex from the tip. Speaking to Dynastar’s vision of greater accessibility, this new M-Pro W 98 requires slightly less skier input and a more relaxed feel. Tester Annie MacDonald notes that the ski was “much stiffer than I expected. Packed a punch and was really stable! Surprised at how well the ski performed in all-terrain. Stiff enough to carve in the hard pack but also performed well in the heavy corn!”

For the shape, we’re seeing a 1 mm drop in the waist width from the previous ski, which is essentially unnoticeable. However, where we do notice the change is in the turn radius and shape in the extremities. Dropping down from 18 meters in the 170 cm length to 16 meters, which significantly changes the character, with a turnier feel and more energetic performance. The tip gains 7 mm of width which is a decent change and delivers a smoother, more intuitive turn initiation. As for the tail, moving away from strictly business to a friendlier demeanor, Dynastar added more tail rocker to allow for better release in bumps or tight trees and a more balanced feel from tip to tail. Tester E.V. Hamilton states “Anything. I was not expecting to be able to freight train through slushy bumps in these… but I did. These skis inspire confidence. They are solid, surprisingly stiff (in the best way!) and made me totally feel in control in wet bumpy snow. Of everything I skied in the last two days, these are absolutely my favorite. I can tell I would love them on a more typical VT day. They feel like they’re meant for ripping down groomers or a super G race course … but they look like fat floaty powder skis. I am in love.”

Built and shaped for all-mountain dominance, the Dynastar M-Pro W 98 continues into the 2026 season with a more approachable demeanor and friendlier shape while maintaining the high level of power and precision that has put it in the top tier of all-mountain skis. The metal-filled construction certainly holds up to the demands of aggressive skiers while the alterations made open up the audience to allow advancing intermediates to access its sweet spot. Our testers were fairly unanimous in their approval and positive experiences on these skis.