Atomic Big Daddy Ski Hire and Equipment Review

The yeti gets a new coat? of paint, that is. The Big Daddy's soulful graphics were inspired by the AFT. The team also asked us to eliminate the Chassis plate for lighter swing-weight and a lower center of gravity. Then we exchanged the Texalium topsheet for something more supple so you can feel the snow. Last year, the Big D set the standard for serious powder weapons. This year, it's elevated to a whole new level.

Big D's have put some girth on, they are 107mm underfoot, so 8mm wider than the "skinny" Pimp's. If you like your Daddies fat, fast and floaty in the deepest fluff or landing the biggest cliffs, you've got ‘em. The DP Pro Model from Stockli are beasts, although the Mothership Ti's from Line, AK Rockets provide equal thrills and a 189cm Seth Pistol would be amazing fun, if a little softer and better suited to "lighter" skiers.