Our impression of the DPS Foundation 100 RP: This is the most versatile one ski quiver from DPS. The RP Shape lets you smear turns at slow speeds and high speeds. The long rocker tip makes the ski float easily through soft snow, crud, and fresh pow. Despite being a little heavier than the USA made Pagoda carbon construction The Foundation construction still skis incredibly well for the price plus will keep your wallet a little heavier for après.

DPS Description: The Foundation 100 RP is on the path for legend status. Classic RP shaping combines a 15m radius with a shorter effective edge than its C2 brethren to promote performance that is both forgiving to pivot and slide, yet powerful and reactive when locked into a carve. Get the most out of your all-mountain 100mm selection with a durable and damp ski that makes your skiing easier while elevating your performance.

A supremely damp, powerful, and durable construction. Employing best-in-class components from start-to-finish, weight was not a factor during the design process. Triaxial fiberglass wraps the bamboo and poplar bi-phase wood core, while unidirectional carbon stringers add torsional stiffness. The result is an on-snow feel that produces a wonderful blend of power and dampness, and is readily accessible to a wide range of skier profiles. Every model in the Foundation series shares DPS’ C2 and RP chassis shaping that yields design and performance consistency from shape-to-shape and length-to-length.