Salomon launched the QSTs (short for Quest in case you hadn't twigged) this season and the range comes in widths underfoot running from 85mm up to a nicely fat 118.
The QST 92 reviewed here comes in a decent choice of 161, 169, 177 and 185 lengths, while there is a women-specific Lux version.
The French manufacturer has used Koroyd in the tips and tails of the QST, a new lightweight material that was first used in helmets and has now filtered through into ski and snowboard construction.
We won't bore you with the exact technical details, as all you need to know is that this thermoplastic copolymer is light, strong and in Salomon's words gives the QST 92 "more float, less flop".
A full wood core is married to a fibre layer consisting of carbon and flax woven together, again keeping the weight down while providing strength and liveliness to the ski.
The QST 92 is definitely nice and light to steer, responding eagerly to the flicks, tweaks and weight shifts of the rider. But be prepared to be bounced around a little if your attention wanders in choppy conditions.
The full sandwich sidewall construction, reinforced edges and a titanal insert under the binding platform means the QST 92 performs adequately on piste, with a slight rise in the tail coaxing you to ride switch once in a while.
It's a ski suited to those making early forays into softer snow, who like a light and responsive ride.
