Returning unchanged for 2025, the Atomic Maverick 88 Ti with Salomon Strive 14 GW Bindings continues to deliver the precision and power that has made it a favorite since its debut. The 88 Ti stands out in its category for its excellent weight-to-power ratio, as well as its versatility. While many skis in this class are more geared toward carving performance, the Maverick 88 Ti excels as a jack-of-all-trades, offering more off-trail capabilities than its peers. We paired the 88 Ti with the Strive 14 because of this binding’s well known reputation for safety, reliability, and ease of use. Featuring an LDN toe piece that optimizes contact and response, these bindings integrate seamlessly with boots and skis, allowing for a natural flex and balanced stance, making them the perfect choice to pair with this ski.

Why we like it:

The 2025 Atomic Maverick 88 Ti is an outstanding carver that provides greater versatility than most other metal-powered skis in the ~90 mm all-mountain category.

Who it's for:

Advanced to expert skiers who value a blend of carving performance and versatility will find the Maverick 88 Ti highly capable.

Highlights:

The 2025 Atomic Maverick 88 Ti is impressively lightweight for a ski with two full sheets of titanal, a feature not commonly found in this category. This design results in a powerful and precise ski that remains comfortable throughout a full day of skiing. The Atomic Flow Profile enhances soft snow maneuverability and responsiveness, ensuring adaptability to any condition. The Strive 14 GW, with its lightweight build and low-profile chassis, delivers a smooth and responsive ride all day long. It remains nimble in deep snow and light on your feet as the day progresses. The LDN Toe Pieces offer a low stand height, optimizing power transfer and improving the connection to your skis. The Automatic Toe Adaption feature effortlessly adjusts to GripWalk boots without the need for manual adjustments. Additionally, the Snow Scrapers on the toe pieces effectively remove snow and ice, ensuring a secure fit that enhances both safety and performance for direct power transmission

Things to consider:

The Maverick 88 Ti trades top end carving performance compared to some other models. However, the trade-off is increased off-trail and soft snow capability.

Fit & sizing considerations:

These skis run true to size. For maximum maneuverability and shorter turn shapes, consider sizing down.