The 2025 Salomon QST Lumen 98 with Marker Squire 11 Bindings is an exceptionally versatile, energetic, and playful women's setup crafted to take skiers anywhere they wish to go. Combining wood, carbon, flax, and cork, the QST Lumen seamlessly integrates the essential traits of an all-mountain ski: robust grip and power on firm snow, with playfulness and agility in soft snow and powder. It truly embodies the concept of “Quiver of One”. We paired the Lumen with the Marker Squire 11 because of the Squire’s high performance and dependability for lighter weight all mountain and freeride skiers. With a light weight construction and a safe, reliable release, the Squire 11 is a go to choice to keep performance high and weight low.

Why we like it:

The QST Lumen’s unparalleled versatility and high performance make it a standout choice. It offers a blend of intuitive handling and impressive capabilities, suitable for a wide range of skier abilities.

Who it's for:

Advanced and expert skiers looking for a single ski that can handle a variety of conditions will appreciate the QST Lumen’s versatility. Intermediate skiers seeking a ski that will grow with their skills, including in bumps, trees, and powder, will benefit from the Lumen’s friendly feel and high performance.

Highlights:

The QST Lumen features a full Poplar wood core, providing both stability and liveliness. To enhance strength and torsional stability without adding unnecessary weight, Salomon incorporates a woven layer of Carbon and Flax, which delivers impressive grip on firm snow. Additionally, a layer of cork in the tip helps to reduce vibrations and smooth out any tip chatter at high speeds. The ski’s generous rocker profile and significant taper in both the tip and tail enhance its maneuverability, making it well-suited for tackling technical terrain such as bumps and trees with confidence and ease. Marker’s Triple Pivot Light 2 Toe and Hollow Linkage Heel systems work in tandem to provide powerful energy transmission to the ski, allowing for maximum edge grip and control of the ski. Lighter weight skiers can rest easy knowing the Squire 11 will be easier than ever to step into thanks to a re-designed heel piece. Perhaps the most underappreciated feature of the Squire 11 is the anti-ice rail, which sits on top of the toepiece and can be used to scrape the sole of your boots clean before stepping in.

Things to consider:

While the QST Lumen 98 is a robust and versatile ski capable of handling a wide range of conditions, skiers who prefer to focus on a specific type or style of skiing may find more specialized options better suited to their needs.

Fit & sizing considerations:

The skis are true to size or slightly short due to their taper and rocker. For better stability at speed or improved performance in deeper snow, consider sizing up. For maximum maneuverability in tight or technical terrain, sizing down is recommended.