The 2023 Salomon QST Jr is a junior all-mountain ski designed to help young skiers progress with confidence across groomers and soft snow. With an intuitive shape and forgiving flex, it’s a reliable learning tool that promotes better technique while keeping the experience fun.

Why we like it:

This is a ski that puts young skiers on the right path from day one—balanced, stable, and unintimidating.

Who it's for:

Beginner to lower-intermediate kids who are ready for their first real pair of skis and want to explore the whole mountain without feeling held back.

Highlights:

A lightweight composite core paired with a balanced flex gives this ski a smooth, predictable feel that’s easy to control. Tip rocker and camber underfoot make for effortless turn initiation and edge grip in a range of conditions. The included C5 GW J75 bindings are GripWalk-compatible and offer a wide DIN range to accommodate growing skiers, while the adjustable design helps fit a variety of boot sizes.

Things to consider:

More aggressive or rapidly advancing juniors may outgrow this ski fairly quickly and want something stiffer with more performance upside.

Fit & sizing considerations:

Ski sizing here should match the skier’s height or slightly below for maximum control; choose the shorter end if confidence or speed is still developing.