2026 Nordica Dobermann Multigara DC

The 2026 Nordica Dobermann Multigara DC gets a slight graphic change for this year but otherwise returns unchanged. This ski is firmly entrenched in the front side category and is specific to high-end skiers looking for the ultimate in performance and precision. There are a few hybrid style race skis out there—these that have a narrow waist but a relatively short turn radius, and the Multigara takes the quality to the next level. This is a great option for a beer league racer, an early-morning ripper, or a demo team tool for the most precise and reactive skiing on the planet. Thanks to the Double Core construction and the top-shelf materials, the Multigara is in a class of its own when standing against the other front side skis at the top end of the spectrum. Clean and crisp carves are the hallmarks of the Multigara as it’s quite a demanding ski.

Nordica has done a nice job at implementing new horizontal construction techniques in their high-end skis. The Double Core construction is the big story here, combining multiple horizontal laminates to create a silky smooth and buttery feel at any speed. Nordica uses two thinner layers of performance wood, two full sheets of metal, and a pulse core layup in the ski. The elastomer of the pulse core works great with the titanal laminates to help dampen vibrations and bring chatter to a minimum. The smooth flex of the wood cores feels different than the compact vertical stringers of other wood cores as it flexes very evenly. In the 175, we’re getting a weight of 1750 grams per ski, which isn’t a ton, but they feel a lot sturdier than the weight lets on. Most of this is due to the stiffness underfoot and the resulting grip. The edge grip makes a lot of sense here as the FDT plate consists of zinc and aluminum, keeping a very rigid connection between the toe and heel system plates. Tester Dave Raybould notes that “It felt very smooth right out of the gate. Easy to initiate turns. A great “all-mountain” ski for an ex-racer or instructor who likes a performance ski but also wants to explore different terrain and different turn shapes/sizes on the same run. In that sense it is versatile in that you can make it do short, medium and long radius turns both carved and skidded.”

The shape and style of the Multigara leans steadily towards the on-piste world. At 70 mm underfoot, these skis are very narrow. They’re still not race-narrow, but for the common skier, this 70 feels like a hockey blade. With 121 mm tips and 101 mm tails in the 175, the ski generates a 16-meter turn radius. This is in the mid-range between slalom and GS, allowing the skier to make clean and moderately shaped turns. The Multigara likes to attack the fall line but can still sweep sideways across the pitch with ease. There’s no rocker or taper to speak of here—the Multigara is a traditionally cambered and classically profiled ski. Tester Camden Waller says that “The Dobermann Multagara DC is a beast of a ski. It’s strong and solid but requires a lot of work at all times. I found myself focusing more on loading the ski rather than just enjoying the ride. This ski will definitely appeal to a certain demographic, but it wasn’t the most fun for me.”

Due to the powerful feel and stiff flex, this is a tough ski for a lot of skiers. Additionally, the price and the application will narrow down the field here. These aren’t cheap skis, but they are strong and well-made. Since they have a mold of their own and make different turns than anything else out there, Multigara is a specific tool for a very particular task. This is a top of the class setup that delivers power and performance to the edges, but it does take technique and skill to get there.